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Mary Moss Playground Spray Pad

Witherspoon-Jackson, Princeton, NJ

Neighborhood spray pad in Princeton's Witherspoon-Jackson area with a playground, picnic pavilion, poured-in-place surfacing, and easy walk-up access.

Spray pad and playground area at Mary Moss Playground in Princeton.

Editorial notes

What stands out

One of the best quick splash stops in the region for families who want simple water play with a nearby playground, but it is less convenient if bathrooms and parking are must-haves.

Good fit

  • Toddlers and preschoolers who like low-pressure spray play.
  • Neighborhood visits paired with playground time.
  • Families walking in from nearby streets or the neighborhood.

Consider another option if

  • Families needing on-site restrooms.
  • Visitors who prefer a larger destination-style spray park.
  • Caregivers relying on an adjacent parking lot.

Know Before You Go

Season
Typically Memorial Day through Labor Day.
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

  • Benches
  • Pavilions
  • Playground
  • Walking trails
  • Partly shaded
  • No visible restrooms
Visit type
Neighborhood drop in
Read more about this location

Mary Moss Playground is Princeton's only municipal spray pad and sits within the historic Witherspoon-Jackson neighborhood. The 2018 renovation created a family-friendly stop with in-ground water play, a playground, toddler swings, benches, a picnic pavilion, and a paved loop around the park. It works especially well for local families planning a shorter splash outing paired with playground time. Parents should note that there are no restrooms or dedicated parking lot on site.

Hours & Admission

Posted hours

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Weekly posted opening hours
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

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

Accessibility

Surface

Playground area includes poured-in-place rubber surfacing.

Accessibility and comfort

Wheelchair accessible

Location

35 Lytle Street

Princeton, NJ, 08540

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Other options nearby

County-operated spray park in West Windsor with in-ground sprays, misting features, shade tables, free admission, and timed first-come entry.

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Seasonal splash pad and pool complex in Ewing with changing rooms, restrooms, shade structures, and paid access through the township pool system.

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Sources & Updates

1 public source 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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