Amenities at Edith Pettus Park in Clarksville, Tennessee.
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Edith Pettus Park Splash Pad

Clarksville, TN

Free city splash pad at Edith Pettus Park with picnic space, pavilions, a playground, and sports fields for an easy neighborhood summer stop.
Plan This Visit

Best for

Strong for toddlers through early elementary, workable for mixed ages

Hours

Daily 10:00-19:00 during splash pad season.

Visit style

Neighborhood park outing

Birthday parties

Available

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

A practical free neighborhood option with enough surrounding park amenities to stretch a splash stop into a fuller outing.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For
  • Families wanting a free city splash pad
  • Mixed-age siblings
  • Picnic-and-playground combos
  • Local repeat visits
Less Ideal For
  • Families seeking heavy shade guarantees
  • Visitors wanting a destination-scale splash attraction
  • Those needing confirmed enclosed boundaries

At a Glance

Venue type

Splash pad

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Family amenities

BenchesPicnic tablesPavilions

Nearby park amenities

PlaygroundSports fields

Cost

Free

Bathroom access

No visible restrooms

Fencing

Open access

Visit options

Drop-in visits

Season model

Summer season

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Part of a larger park

Yes

Verified only

Yes

Operator type

City parks department

Hours vary with season or weather

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Monday10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Facilities
  • 2 pavilions
  • Benches
  • Picnic tables
  • Playground
  • Basketball court
  • Football field
  • Practice field
Hours SummaryDaily 10:00-19:00 during splash pad season.
Season WindowOpens May 18 per the city's 2026 aquatics page; seasonal outdoor operation.
Stay LengthCommonly 45-120 minutes depending on whether families use the playground and fields.

Pricing Snapshot

AdmissionFree
ParkingNot specifically detailed on the official page
Value NoteNo admission fee and part of a larger neighborhood park.

About the Venue

Edith Pettus Park Splash Pad is a multi-feature splash pad operated by Clarksville Parks & Recreation and located inside a 9.8-acre neighborhood park. Families can combine water play with the playground, picnic tables, basketball court, and open field space, making it a flexible option for a short cool-off or a longer park outing. It is especially useful for mixed-age sibling groups who want simple, free outdoor play in summer.

Atlas Perspective

Indoor Play Atlas Notes

Age FitStrong for toddlers through early elementary, workable for mixed ages
Energy LevelModerate
Noise LevelModerate
Parent ComfortGood if you want space to spread out and use multiple park features
Visit StyleNeighborhood park outing

Birthday Party Snapshot

Birthday PartiesGood fit for casual birthday meetups rather than hosted indoor-style parties.
NotesThe official page lists pavilions but does not provide a direct reservation link on-page.
Pavilion Rental AvailableNo

Accessibility & Comfort

Considerations
Specific accessible restroom or splash-surface details were not stated on the official page.Families with higher accessibility needs should confirm exact site conditions directly.
Known Features
BenchesOpen park layout

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Quick Summary

Best for

Strong for toddlers through early elementary, workable for mixed ages

Hours

Daily 10:00-19:00 during splash pad season.

Visit style

Neighborhood park outing

Birthday parties

Available

Contact Information

Address

345 Farris Drive

Clarksville, TN, 37040

Source & Verification

Last updated

April 10, 2026

Verification summary

Last verified: April 10, 2026

Checked against 2 public sources.

Source

Ai Region Research

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