Oasis Splash Pad at The Living Desert
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, Palm Desert, CA
Destination splash pad inside The Living Desert with daily hours, guest lockers nearby, and admission included with zoo entry or membership.
Editorial notes
What stands out
A smart pick when you want splash time folded into a bigger Palm Desert destination day rather than a standalone local park stop.
Good fit
- Families already planning a zoo visit
- Mixed-age groups needing a cool-down break
- Parents who want a full outing beyond just water play
- Visitors who value lockers and managed destination amenities
Consider another option if
- Families seeking a free municipal splash pad
- Quick neighborhood drop-ins
- Visitors who do not want to pay broader attraction admission
Know Before You Go
- Food
- Food is not allowed inside the splash pad.
- Supervision
- Children must be supervised at all times.
- Rules
- No glass containers.
- Rules
- No running, pushing, or rough play.
- Rules
- No water toys.
- Rules
- No climbing or sitting on spray features.
What to Expect
For kids
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Ground sprays
- Misting arches
For caregivers
- Changing area
- Partly shaded
- Short walk away
- Partially fenced
- Mixed surfaces
- Visit type
- Destination add on within a zoo day
Read more about this location
The Oasis Splash Pad at The Living Desert is a destination-style water play area built into a larger zoo day, making it especially useful for families who want to break up animal exhibits with a cooling stop. The splash pad is included with general admission or membership and runs with posted daily hours separate from the zoo's broader schedule. Expect a more structured visit than at a neighborhood spray park, with posted attire and safety rules, nearby lockers, and enough surrounding attractions to turn the outing into a full day.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
Check posted weekly hours
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| Monday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Admission Model | Included with membership or park admission |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Accessibility
Accessibility and comfort
Wheelchair accessible
Accessibility and comfort
Accessible restroom nearby
Location
47900 Portola Avenue
Palm Desert, CA, 92260
Other options nearby
Palm Desert Aquatic Center
Large aquatic center at Civic Center Park with a splash playground, zero-depth area, slides, shaded seating, and paid day admission.
Panorama Park Spray Pool
Neighborhood spray pool at Panorama Park with turtle-themed water play, shade structures, restrooms, play areas, and free parking.
Sources & Updates
1 public source 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
- 1 public source
Public sources
- The Living Desert Oasis Splash Padlivingdesert.org
Official page confirms daily splash pad hours and inclusion with admission.
Checked: name, hours, admission model, rules, address, phone
What changed
April 10, 2026
Created listing from the official splash pad page and omitted image URLs because direct usable photo URLs were not exposed in the retrieved page text.