Meekins Field Splash Pad
Kill Devil Hills, NC
Seasonal public splash pad at Meekins Field Park in Kill Devil Hills with easy drop-in water play and a larger park setting for longer family outings.
Editorial notes
What stands out
A strong warm-weather stop for Outer Banks families who want simple splash play without committing to a pool or beach day.
Good fit
- Families looking for a free seasonal splash stop in Kill Devil Hills.
- Toddlers through elementary-age kids who enjoy quick outdoor water play.
- Parents who want a splash outing paired with a broader park visit.
Consider another option if
- Families looking for lifeguarded swimming or full water-park attractions.
- Visitors needing guaranteed year-round operation.
- Families who want a tightly enclosed destination venue with extensive shade.
Know Before You Go
- Season
- Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day
- Bring
- Swimsuits or quick-dry clothes
- Bring
- Towels
- Bring
- Sunscreen
- Bring
- Water shoes for hot pavement
- Bring
- Dry clothes for the ride home
What to Expect
For kids
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Ground sprays
- Drop-in visits
For caregivers
- Free parking
- Playground
- Pavilion rentals
- Little shade
- Short walk away
- Open access
- Visit type
- Short repeatable outdoor splash outing
Read more about this location
Meekins Field Splash Pad is a public outdoor splash pad at Meekins Field Park in Kill Devil Hills. It is promoted by the Outer Banks tourism authority as open daily from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day, weather dependent, making it one of the clearest splash-pad options in the Outer Banks region. Families can pair water play with the broader park amenities at Meekins Field Park, and the site is set up for casual drop-in visits rather than a staffed water-park experience.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
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| Monday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
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
Accessibility and comfort
Wheelchair accessible
Accessibility and comfort
Accessible restroom nearby
Location
1634 N. Croatan Highway
Kill Devil Hills, NC, 27948
Sources & Updates
3 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
- 3 public sources
Public sources
- Outer Banks tourism listingouterbanks.org
Official tourism authority listing describes the splash pad at Meekins Field Park and gives daily seasonal hours.
Checked: name, address, seasonal operations, daily hours, active status
- Dare County news referencedarenc.gov
Confirms Meekins Field location at 1634 North Croatan Highway.
Checked: park address
- Town of Kill Devil Hills Facebook postfacebook.com
Secondary confirmation of seasonal operation and 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. hours.
Checked: seasonal opening, daily hours
What changed
April 10, 2026
Created listing from official Outer Banks tourism source and supporting local confirmations.