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Earl Jackson Pool and Splash Pad

Wilmington, NC

Affordable city splash pad and pool combo at Northside with long splash pad hours and low daily admission.

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What stands out

A standout for value: very low admission, long splash pad hours, and a true pool-plus-splash option in central Wilmington.

Good fit

  • Families wanting a low-cost water outing
  • Mixed-age siblings who want both splash play and pool access
  • Northside and downtown-area families looking for a quick local stop

Consider another option if

  • Families seeking a fully free splash pad
  • Visitors who prefer a park-based setting with playgrounds and picnic shelters right beside the water zone

Know Before You Go

Season
Splash pad currently listed with daily hours; confirm seasonal changes directly with operator.
Hours vary with season or weather
Yes

What to Expect

For kids

  • Toddlers
  • Preschoolers
  • Big kids
  • Mixed ages
  • Drop-in visits

For caregivers

  • Changing area
  • On site
Visit type
Budget friendly neighborhood water outing
Read more about this location

Earl Jackson Pool and Splash Pad is a community water-play spot in Wilmington's Northside neighborhood, operated by NSEA Swim in partnership with the City of Wilmington. Families get both a splash pad and a public pool at the same address, making it a flexible choice for siblings with different comfort levels around water. The splash pad runs daily with longer hours than the pool, and admission is especially budget-friendly. This is one of the clearest low-cost summer options in central Wilmington for quick cooling-off visits or a longer stay.

Hours & Admission

Posted hours

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Weekly posted opening hours
Monday8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.

Location

750 Bess Street

Wilmington, NC, 28401

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Sources & Updates

2 public sources on record · Last checked Apr 10, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.

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Apr 10, 2026
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