Penn Park Splash Pad
Penn Park / south side of York, York, PA
Seasonal city splash pad in Penn Park with free admission, a playground nearby, and daily summer operating hours.
Official City of York park image for Penn Park, where the seasonal splash pad operates.
Editorial notes
What stands out
A straightforward free city splash pad that makes the most sense for local families pairing a short splash stop with playground time in Penn Park.
Good fit
- Families looking for a free summer splash stop in York.
- Toddlers through elementary-age kids who want quick outdoor water play.
- Pairing splash time with a larger park outing.
Consider another option if
- Families wanting a pool, slides, or a staffed waterpark experience.
- Visitors needing year-round operation.
- Parents seeking a tightly enclosed play space.
Know Before You Go
- Weather
- Outdoor operation is weather permitting.
- Season
- Seasonal summer operation
- Bring
- Swim clothes or quick-dry clothes
- Bring
- Towels
- Bring
- Sunscreen
- Bring
- Water shoes on hot days
What to Expect
For kids
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Ground sprays
- Drop-in visits
For caregivers
- Free parking
- Playground
- Little shade
- Short walk away
- Open access
- Visit type
- Short repeatable local outing
Read more about this location
Penn Park Splash Pad is York's city-operated outdoor splash pad inside Penn Park. It works best for families who want a simple warm-weather water play stop without committing to a full pool day, and the larger park setting adds a playground and other recreation space around the splash area. The City of York lists the splash pad as seasonal and typically open daily from 11:00 to 19:00 during the operating season, weather permitting.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
Check posted weekly hours
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| Monday | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 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.
Location
100 W College Ave
York, PA, 17401
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
- City of York Outdoor Park Facilitiesyorkcity.org
Official City of York page lists Penn Park with a splash pad and operating hours of 11 am to 7 pm seasonal.
Checked: venue name, splash pad existence, seasonal hours, official image, operator
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What changed
April 10, 2026
Created production intake listing for Penn Park Splash Pad from official City of York parks information.