Fixed locationSplash Pads and Spray Parks

Petersen Park Spray Feature

Davenport, IA

Free neighborhood spray feature in Petersen Park with a playground, picnic shelter, and sports court amenities.
Plan This Visit

Best for

Best for toddlers through younger big kids

Hours

10:00-20:00 during Davenport Community School summer break schedule, weather permitting

Visit style

Quick neighborhood outing

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

A simple neighborhood splash option that works well when you want free water play without a big-park feel.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For
  • Short neighborhood visits
  • Families who like combining splash time with playground time
  • Casual summer meetups under a shelter
Less Ideal For
  • Families wanting restrooms confirmed on site
  • Visitors seeking a larger spray attraction
  • Those looking for more destination amenities

At a Glance

Venue type

Splash pad

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Family amenities

Pavilions

Nearby park amenities

PlaygroundSports fieldsPavilion rentals

Cost

Free

Shade level

Partly shaded

Bathroom access

No visible restrooms

Fencing

Open access

Visit options

Drop-in visits

Season model

Summer season

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Part of a larger park

Yes

Verified only

Yes

Operator type

City parks department

Hours vary with season or weather

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Monday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Facilities
Community picnic shelterPlaygroundBasketball courtBaseball diamond
Hours Summary10:00-20:00 during Davenport Community School summer break schedule, weather permitting

Pricing Snapshot

AdmissionFree

About the Venue

Petersen Park Spray Feature is a straightforward neighborhood splash stop in Davenport with a playground and community picnic shelter close by. Families looking for a lower-key alternative to larger parks may find this one especially convenient. It is best approached as a short local summer outing rather than a destination spray park.

Atlas Perspective

Indoor Play Atlas Notes

Age FitBest for toddlers through younger big kids
Energy LevelLow to moderate
Noise LevelModerate
Parent ComfortGood for a simple local visit
Visit StyleQuick neighborhood outing

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Quick Summary

Best for

Best for toddlers through younger big kids

Hours

10:00-20:00 during Davenport Community School summer break schedule, weather permitting

Visit style

Quick neighborhood outing

Contact Information

Address

3005 West Central Park Avenue

Davenport, IA, 52804

Source & Verification

Last updated

April 10, 2026

Verification summary

Last verified: April 10, 2026

Checked against 1 public source.

Source

Ai Region Research

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