Jack Mann Splash Pad
Longview, TX
Large free city splash pad at Lear Park with pavilions, restrooms, a destination playground, and plenty of room for a longer family outing.
Editorial notes
What stands out
The strongest splash-pad outing in this region for families who want water play plus a real park day, not just a quick spray stop.
Good fit
- Families wanting a bigger outing with both splash play and a major playground
- Mixed-age sibling groups
- Parents who value pavilions, restrooms, and easy park add-ons
Consider another option if
- Families wanting a fenced-in splash area
- Visitors needing guaranteed year-round operation
- Parents who want a quieter, smaller neighborhood pad
Know Before You Go
- Reservations
- Pavilion rentals available through Longview Parks and Recreation
- Bring
- Towels
- Bring
- Sun protection
- Bring
- Water shoes for hot surfaces
- Bring
- Dry clothes for after play
- Hours vary with season or weather
- Yes
What to Expect
For kids
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Drop-in visits
- Birthday parties
For caregivers
- Pavilions
- Free parking
- Playground
- Walking trails
- Sports fields
- Pavilion rentals
- Visit type
- Works as either a quick splash stop or a longer half day park outing
Read more about this location
Jack Mann Splash Pad is Longview's best-known public splash pad and sits within the larger Lear Park complex beside KidsView Playground. Families can pair water play with playground time, restrooms, pavilions, trails, and the broader sports-park setting, which makes it one of the stronger all-in-one summer stops in the region. The city lists it as free and notes that it is regularly closed on Wednesdays, with daily operation otherwise running from 9 a.m. to sundown.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
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| Monday | 09:00 – sundown |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:00 – sundown |
| Wednesday | closed |
| Thursday | 09:00 – sundown |
| Friday | 09:00 – sundown |
| Saturday | 09:00 – sundown |
| Sunday | 09:00 – sundown |
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.
Accessibility
Considerations
Surface and specific water-element accessibility were not detailed on the official page
Location
100 H.G. Mosley Pkwy.
Longview, TX, 75604
Other options nearby
Rotary Park Splash Pad
Free splash pad at Rotary/AMBUCS Park with restrooms, a playground, pavilion, and trail access in central Longview.
Spring Hill Park Splash Pad
Free splash pad at Spring Hill Park paired with a universally accessible playground, restrooms, pavilion space, and ball fields.
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
- City of Longview - Splash Padslongviewtexas.gov
Checked: name, hours, free admission, address, reservation availability, rules
- City of Longview - Park and Facility Locationslongviewtexas.gov
Checked: restrooms, pavilions, playground, larger park amenities
