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Leonard Abess Park Splash Pad

Jacksonville, FL

Free seasonal splash pad at Leonard Abess Park in Jacksonville, suited to quick drop-in summer visits.
Plan This Visit

Best for

Toddlers, Preschoolers, Big kids, Mixed ages

Hours

Open daily 10:00-19:00 during season

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

A good eastside-area pick for a free, uncomplicated cool-down with kids.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For
  • Families in east Jacksonville
  • Budget-friendly water play
  • Short local visits
Less Ideal For
  • Families wanting destination-grade features
  • Visitors needing detailed official amenity breakdowns

At a Glance

Venue type

Splash pad

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Water features

Ground sprays

Cost

Free

Visit options

Drop-in visits

Season model

Extended warm months

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Part of a larger park

Yes

Operator type

City parks department

Hours vary with season or weather

Yes

Verified only

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Monday10:00 AM - 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
Sunday10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Hours SummaryOpen daily 10:00-19:00 during season
Season WindowFirst weekend in May through last weekend in October

Pricing Snapshot

AdmissionFree

About the Venue

Leonard Abess Park Splash Pad is part of Jacksonville's official JaxParks splash-pad roster. Families can use it as a free neighborhood-style spray-play stop during the city's seasonal operating window. It is a sensible choice when you want a simple local water-play outing without the bigger commitment of a beach or pool day.

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Quick Summary

Best for

Toddlers, Preschoolers, Big kids, Mixed ages

Hours

Open daily 10:00-19:00 during season

Contact Information

Address

12743 Leonard Abess Blvd

Jacksonville, FL, 32225

Source & Verification

Last updated

April 10, 2026

Verification summary

Last verified: April 10, 2026

Checked against 2 public sources.

Source

Ai Region Research

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