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Laurel Clark Fountain Splash Pad

Name: Laurel Clark Fountain Splash Pad
Address: Bottom of Sam Johnson Parkway, Racine, WI, 53403, US
Telephone: (262) 636-9201

Downtown lakefront, Racine, WI

Interactive lakefront splash fountain in downtown Racine with seasonal weekend hours, nearby bath house access, and easy walkable attractions.

Plan This Visit

Best for

Mixed ages, with the easiest fit for younger kids who enjoy free-form fountain play

Hours

Friday-Sunday 11:00-18:00

Parking

Street and off-street parking

Visit style

Short destination stop

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Editor's Take

Best when you want a free downtown lakefront splash stop rather than a long all-day spray-park session.

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Best Fit

Best For

Families pairing splash play with a downtown or lakefront walk.
Touring visitors exploring Racine's waterfront attractions.
Quick free splash stops in warm weather.

Less Ideal For

Families wanting daily all-week operation.
Anyone expecting a large traditional spray-ground layout.
Visitors wanting a fenced neighborhood park environment.

At a Glance

Venue type

Interactive fountain

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Water features

Ground sprays

Family amenities

Concessions

Nearby park amenities

Skate parkLake or creek accessWalking trails

Cost

Free

Shade level

Little shade

Bathroom access

Short walk away

Fencing

Open access

Surface type

Textured concrete

Accessibility and comfort

Wheelchair accessible

Visit options

Drop-in visits

Season model

Extended warm months

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Verified only

Yes

Operator type

City parks department

Hours vary with season or weather

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Mondayclosed

Tuesdayclosed

Wednesdayclosed

Thursdayclosed

Friday11:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Saturday11:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Sunday11:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Amenities

Bath house northeast of the fountain
Concession stand nearby at the boat launch
Walkable downtown businesses and restaurants
Bike path access
Skate park nearby
Lake Michigan access nearby

Hours SummaryFriday-Sunday 11:00-18:00

ParkingStreet and off-street parking

Rules

Shower before enteringNo food, drink, gum, glass, or street shoes in the splash padNo animals in the splash pad areaChildren should be supervised by a responsible adult

Season WindowTypically first Saturday in May through last weekend of September

Weather NotesWater is tested daily and the feature may shut off when water quality requirements are not met.

Pricing Snapshot

AdmissionFree

NotesNo admission fee is listed on the official city page.

About the Venue

Laurel Clark Fountain, often simply called the Splash Pad, is Racine's interactive downtown water feature at the bottom of Sam Johnson Parkway. It offers a scenic splash stop near Lake Michigan, the bike path, library, boat launch, skate park, and downtown businesses. The setup is especially appealing for families who want a free splash outing that can easily turn into a broader lakefront or downtown day, though the posted operating schedule is more limited than many daily municipal splash pads.

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