Donovan Memorial Park Splash Pad
Chadwicks, NY
Seasonal splash pad at Donovan Memorial Park in Chadwicks with pavilion rentals, park space, and a long-running reputation as a local summer cool-off spot.
Photo 1 of 2. View of Donovan Memorial Park splash pad area in Chadwicks.
Editorial notes
What stands out
A good no-frills seasonal splash option for nearby families, especially if you want park space and the ability to add a pavilion-based meetup.
Good fit
- Local families looking for a straightforward outdoor splash stop.
- Kids who enjoy simple spray play more than a full pool trip.
- Birthday meetups or group hangs anchored by a pavilion rental.
Consider another option if
- Families seeking a large, heavily themed spray park.
- Visitors who need year-round operation.
- Anyone who wants fully documented accessibility and feature specs in advance.
Know Before You Go
- Season
- Official 2025 town posting indicated a seasonal summer window.
- Hours vary with season or weather
- Yes
What to Expect
For kids
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Ground sprays
- Splash structure
For caregivers
- Pavilions
- Free parking
- Pavilion rentals
- Partly shaded
- Short walk away
- Open access
- Visit type
- Short seasonal local outing
Read more about this location
Donovan Memorial Park Splash Pad is the Town of New Hartford's seasonal water-play area in Chadwicks. Official town recreation pages identify Donovan Memorial Park on Elm Street as the splash-pad park, and a 2025 town PDF describes it as a water-activated playground at Donovan Town Park with a summer operating window. Local coverage and search-result evidence indicate families use it as a straightforward outdoor splash stop, often paired with the park and pavilion space for casual meetups. This listing fits families who want a simple seasonal splash outing rather than a large destination water park.
Parties & Rentals
Starting at $40
Best for do-it-yourself birthday gatherings using the park and a reserved pavilion.
Accessibility
Considerations
Families needing accessible restroom, surface, or transfer details should verify directly with the town before visiting.
Location
9400 Elm St
Chadwicks, NY, 13319
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Sources & Updates
3 public sources on record ยท Last checked Apr 10, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 10, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 3 public sources
Public sources
- Town of New Hartford - Park Informationtownofnewhartfordny.gov
Checked: official park identity, city match, booking URL, pavilion rental pricing
- Town of New Hartford - Splash Pad 2025 PDFtownofnewhartfordny.gov
Search results surfaced the PDF text even though extraction was limited.
Checked: seasonal operation, hours summary
- Rome Sentinel roundupromesentinel.com
Checked: address, seasonal opening timing, image
What changed
April 10, 2026
Created listing from official Town of New Hartford park information and supporting 2025 seasonal references.