Child playing with water features at the Garden Rapids splash pad in Garden City.
Fixed locationSplash Pad + Pool Combos

Garden Rapids Splash Pad at the Big Pool

Finnup Park, Garden City, KS

Seasonal splash pad inside Garden Rapids at the Big Pool with free morning access, a paid water-park setting during pool hours, and a larger aquatic complex in Finnup Park.
Plan This Visit

Best for

Best for toddlers through big kids in a mixed-age family outing

Hours

Splash pad daily 08:00-20:00

Price

Free unless during pool operational hours.

Parking

Parking available

Visit style

Quick splash stop or longer half-day water outing

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

The region's clearest official splash-pad listing and the best choice for families who want a splash zone plus a bigger water-day option.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For
  • Families in Garden City wanting a true official splash pad listing with posted seasonal hours.
  • Mixed-age groups that may want both splash play and broader aquatic-center amenities.
  • Short free morning splash visits or longer paid pool-day outings.
Less Ideal For
  • Families wanting completely free access all day.
  • Visitors seeking a quiet neighborhood spray park detached from a larger aquatic complex.
  • Anyone planning outside the warm-weather operating season.

At a Glance

Venue type

Splash pad + pool combo

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Water features

Ground sprays

Family amenities

Free parking

Nearby park amenities

Walking trails

Cost

Paid

Shade level

Partly shaded

Bathroom access

On site

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

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
Notes
Free unless during pool operational hours.Located within Garden Rapids at the Big Pool in Finnup Park.
Pool HoursMonday-Friday and Sunday 13:00-18:00; Saturday 13:00-20:00
What To Bring
Swimwear or quick-dry clothesTowelsWater shoes for hot surfacesSun protection
Hours SummarySplash pad daily 08:00-20:00
Season WindowMay 23 to September 28 for the splash pad; pool season posted separately as May 23 to August 9

Pricing Snapshot

SummaryFree unless during pool operational hours.
Free AccessSplash pad is free outside pool operational hours
Season Passes

Punch Pass

$80 for 20 visits

Child Add On

$20

Couple Pass

$130

Family Pass

$200

Single Pass

$80
Daily Admission$5 during pool operational hours

About the Venue

Garden Rapids Splash Pad at the Big Pool is Garden City's main public splash-play option, set within the larger Garden Rapids aquatic complex in Finnup Park. The splash area operates daily from 8:00 to 20:00 seasonally, with free access outside pool operational hours and a $5 admission during pool hours. Families who want more than a quick spray-ground stop can pair the splash pad with the full aquatic center, while parents of younger kids may especially appreciate the zero-depth and spray-ground style setting. This is the strongest splash-pad-style fit in the region for families planning a full warm-weather outing in Garden City.

Atlas Perspective

Splash Pad Atlas Notes

Age FitBest for toddlers through big kids in a mixed-age family outing
Noise LevelModerate to high
Visit StyleQuick splash stop or longer half-day water outing
Energy LevelModerate to high
Parent ComfortBetter than a standalone pad if you want a full aquatic complex, but less simple than a tiny neighborhood splash stop
Shade CoveragePartial at best based on official materials
Booking FrictionLow

Accessibility & Comfort

Known Features
Zero-depth aquatic setting referenced by official tourism materialSplash pad format avoids deep waterMunicipal facility with public access paths
Considerations
Accessibility specifics beyond the splash-pad format were not fully detailed on the city page.Families with higher-access needs should confirm restroom and route details before visiting.

Gallery

Child using a water feature at the Garden Rapids splash pad.
Official city photo showing active spray features at the splash pad.
Pool playground view at Garden Rapids at the Big Pool.
Garden Rapids combines splash play with a larger outdoor aquatic complex.

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Quick Summary

Best for

Best for toddlers through big kids in a mixed-age family outing

Hours

Splash pad daily 08:00-20:00

Price

Free unless during pool operational hours.

Parking

Parking available

Contact Information

Address

504 E Maple Street

Garden City, KS, 67846

Source & Verification

Last updated

April 18, 2026

Verification summary

Last verified: April 10, 2026

Checked against 3 public sources.

Reviewed as

Municipal source review

What Changed

April 10, 2026

Compiled official Garden City splash pad details, pricing, season dates, and facility address.

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