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Elmer Thomas Splash Pad

Elmer Thomas Park, Lawton, OK

Free splash pad inside Elmer Thomas Park with daily hours and an easy add-on to a larger park day in central Lawton.
Plan This Visit

Best for

Best for toddlers through elementary-age kids

Hours

Daily 08:00-20:00

Price

City-operated splash pad with no admission charge.

Visit style

Short or medium-length park outing

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

This is the strongest currently verified splash-pad pick in the region for a simple free outing because the daily hours are much more family-friendly.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For
  • Families wanting a free splash stop with daily hours
  • Mixed-age sibling outings
  • Pairing water play with a larger park visit
Less Ideal For
  • Families wanting a staffed pool experience
  • Visitors seeking guaranteed shade or a fully fenced play area
  • Travelers looking for a feature-rich destination spray park

At a Glance

Venue type

Splash pad

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Nearby park amenities

Playground

Cost

Free

Visit options

Drop-in visits

Season model

Memorial Day to Labor Day

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Part of a larger park

Yes

Operator type

City parks department

Verified only

Yes

Hours vary with season or weather

Yes

Plan Your Visit

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
Park ContextLocated in Elmer Thomas Park and easy to combine with other park activities.
SupervisionVisiting minors must be accompanied by an adult.
What To Bring
Swimsuits or quick-dry clothesTowelsSunscreenWater shoes for hot surfacesDry clothes for the ride home
Hours SummaryDaily 08:00-20:00
Season WindowOpens Memorial Day weekend according to the city aquatics page.

Pricing Snapshot

ParkingLikely free park parking
SummaryCity-operated splash pad with no admission charge.
AdmissionFree

About the Venue

Elmer Thomas Splash Pad is the most flexible public splash-pad option clearly verified in the Lawton area, with daily operating hours and a location inside Elmer Thomas Park. Families can pair water play with the broader park setting, making it a better fit for longer outings than Lawton's shorter-hour neighborhood splash pad. The city lists it as free to the public, with minors required to be accompanied by an adult.

Atlas Perspective

Splash Pad Atlas Notes

Age FitBest for toddlers through elementary-age kids
Noise LevelModerate
Visit StyleShort or medium-length park outing
Energy LevelModerate
Parent ComfortStronger than average for a public splash pad because the daily hours make planning easier
Shade CoverageUnknown
Booking FrictionLow

Accessibility & Comfort

Known Details
Located within a public city parkNo detailed splash-pad accessibility feature list was published on the source used
Considerations
Check directly with the city for restroom accessibility, surface details, and closest parking if accessibility needs are a priority.

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Official aquatics image used by the City of Lawton.
City aquatics page image for Lawton's splash pads and related aquatic facilities.

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Clement Washington Sr. Splash Pad

Clement Washington Sr. Splash Pad

Lawton, OK
(580) 581-3400

Free neighborhood splash pad in Lawton with simple warm-weather water play and short weekday operating hours.

Quick Summary

Best for

Best for toddlers through elementary-age kids

Hours

Daily 08:00-20:00

Price

City-operated splash pad with no admission charge.

Visit style

Short or medium-length park outing

Contact Information

Address

501 NW Ferris Ave

Lawton, OK, 73501

Location
OklahomaLawton / Southwest OklahomaLawton, OK
Source & Verification

Last updated

April 18, 2026

Verification summary

Last verified: April 10, 2026

Checked against 1 public source.

Reviewed as

Municipal source review

What Changed

April 10, 2026

Created listing from official City of Lawton aquatics facility details.

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