Lake Pacawa Park Splash Pad
Plover, WI
Large splash pad at Lake Pacawa Park in Plover with a playground, picnic shelters, lakefront setting, trails, and no admission fee.
The splash pad sits within a larger community park with shelters, playgrounds, and waterfront amenities.
Editorial notes
What stands out
A top-tier free regional option if you want more than a quick splash stop and prefer a bigger park that can carry a full morning or afternoon.
Good fit
- Families planning a longer park day instead of a short splash-only visit.
- Mixed-age siblings who want both water play and a playground.
- Caregivers who value restrooms, picnic shelters, and open green space.
- Summer meetups with room to spread out.
Consider another option if
- Families wanting a tightly contained splash zone.
- Parents seeking lots of built shade directly over the play area.
- Visitors who prefer a simpler neighborhood stop over a large park setting.
Know Before You Go
- Season
- Park season runs from the last Friday of April through the third Sunday in October; splash operation is seasonal within the warm months
- Hours vary with season or weather
- Yes
What to Expect
For kids
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Ground sprays
- Drop-in visits
For caregivers
- Picnic tables
- Pavilions
- Free parking
- Playground
- Walking trails
- Lake or creek access
- Visit type
- Flexible, from quick splash visit to half day park outing
Read more about this location
Lake Pacawa Park Splash Pad is the standout splash-pad destination in Plover, set inside one of the village's main community parks. The official village park page confirms a water splash pad alongside playgrounds, picnic shelters, restrooms, parking, trails, and ADA accessibility, while local tourism materials describe the splash pad as a 6,000-square-foot addition. That combination makes it an especially good choice for families who want a longer park day with room to spread out, pair splash time with playground time, and enjoy a more destination-style community park setting. It is one of the region's strongest free options for mixed ages.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
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| Monday | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Saturday | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sunday | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
Parties & Rentals
Party or event options reported
Best suited to casual birthday meetups using picnic shelters rather than hosted indoor-style party packages.
Accessibility
Accessibility and comfort
Wheelchair accessible
Accessibility and comfort
Accessible restroom nearby
Location
1831 Maple Drive
Plover, WI, 54467
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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
- Village of Plover - Lake Pacawa Parkploverwi.gov
Official village facility page confirms water splash pad and related amenities.
Checked: name, address, contact, hours, admission, features
- Come Over to Plover - Lake Pacawa Parkcomeovertoplover.com
Tourism page notes the 6,000-square-foot splash pad and all-abilities emphasis.
Checked: splash pad size, accessibility
What changed
April 10, 2026
Created listing from official Village of Plover park page and supporting local tourism information.