Forest Hills Spray Ground
Charlottesville, VA
Free seasonal spray ground at Forest Hills Park operated by Charlottesville Parks & Recreation.
Forest Hills Spray Ground at Forest Hills Park.
Photo 1 of 2. Forest Hills Spray Ground at Forest Hills Park.
Editorial notes
What stands out
One of the easier no-cost summer splash options in Charlottesville for a short, low-planning outing.
Good fit
- Neighborhood park splash visits
- Families seeking free summer water play
- Kids who want to cool off without a full pool trip
Consider another option if
- Families wanting a larger destination water-play setup
- Visitors needing extensive on-page amenity details before arriving
Know Before You Go
- Season
- 2026 season runs May 16 through September 20
- Hours vary with season or weather
- Yes
What to Expect
For kids
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Drop-in visits
For caregivers
- Partly shaded
- Short walk away
- Open access
- Visit type
- Short summer outing
Read more about this location
Forest Hills Spray Ground is a city-operated outdoor splash area inside Forest Hills Park in Charlottesville. It is part of the city's seasonal spray-ground program and is designed for simple warm-weather water play rather than a full aquatic-center experience. Families looking for a free, casual splash stop in a neighborhood park setting should find it a practical option.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
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| Monday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Admission | Free |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Location
1022 Forest Hills Avenue
Charlottesville, VA, 22903
Other options nearby
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Greenleaf Spray Ground
Free seasonal spray ground at Greenleaf Park in Charlottesville with daily summer operating hours.
Sources & Updates
2 public sources on record · 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
- 2 public sources
Public sources
- Charlottesville Parks & Recreation - Spray Groundscharlottesville.gov
Official city page lists Forest Hills Spray Ground at Forest Hills Park.
Checked: name, address, season dates, hours, operator, phone
- City News Flash - Forest Hills Splash Padcharlottesville.org
Secondary confirmation that the Forest Hills location functions as a splash pad/spray ground.
Checked: historic operating reference