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Howard Smith Community Park Spray Park

Strafford, MO

Free neighborhood spray park in Strafford with seasonal daily hours, playgrounds, pavilions, grills, and a walking track at Howard Smith Community Park.

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What stands out

A practical small-town spray park with enough surrounding park amenities to turn a short splash stop into a longer outing.

Good fit

  • Toddlers and preschoolers who want simple spray play.
  • Families combining splash time with playground time.
  • Budget-friendly local summer outings.

Consider another option if

  • Visitors wanting elaborate structures or destination-style features.
  • Families seeking lots of built shade.
  • Anyone wanting year-round water play.

Know Before You Go

Season
Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend
Hours vary with season or weather
Yes

What to Expect

For kids

  • Toddlers
  • Preschoolers
  • Mixed ages
  • Ground sprays
  • Drop-in visits
  • Birthday parties

For caregivers

  • Pavilions
  • Free parking
  • Playground
  • Walking trails
  • Pavilion rentals
  • Partly shaded
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Howard Smith Community Park's spray park is Strafford's free summer splash option for local families. The city describes a sprayground within a broader park that also includes two playground areas, charcoal grills, two pavilions, and a one-third-mile walking track with a large grassy center area. That makes it a solid choice for siblings who want both water play and playground time in one stop. It is best for casual neighborhood visits rather than a destination-scale aquatic outing.

Hours & Admission

Posted hours

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Weekly posted opening hours
Monday12:00 PM – 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
Sunday12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

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

Admission

Published admission prices
VisitorPrice
AdmissionFree

Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.

Location

408 E. Bumgarner

Strafford, MO, 65757

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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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Last check on record
Apr 10, 2026
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