Poage Park Splash Pad

La Crosse, WI

Free seasonal ground-spray splash pad at Poage Park in La Crosse, ideal for simple neighborhood cooldown visits.

Editorial notes

What stands out

Good fit

  • Toddlers and preschoolers
  • Short free summer outings
  • Families who prefer simple spray pads over busy pools

Consider another option if

  • Kids looking for slides or larger splash structures
  • Destination-style water play days

Know Before You Go

Season
Generally Memorial Day through Labor Day, weather permitting
Hours vary with season or weather
Yes

What to Expect

For kids

  • Babies
  • Toddlers
  • Preschoolers
  • Mixed ages
  • Ground sprays
  • Interactive buttons

For caregivers

  • Free parking
  • Little shade
  • Short walk away
  • Open access
  • Textured concrete
Visit type
Quick local splash stop
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Poage Park Splash Pad is one of the City of La Crosse's smaller, straightforward splash options with ground sprays only. It is best for easy neighborhood visits when families want free outdoor water play without committing to a full pool trip. The pad is button-activated and generally operates from Memorial Day through Labor Day, weather permitting.

Hours & Admission

Posted hours

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Weekly posted opening hours
Monday9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday9:00 AM – 8:00 PM

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

Admission

Published admission prices
VisitorPrice
AdmissionFree

Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.

Location

501 Hood St

La Crosse, WI, 54601

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Other options nearby

Free city splash pad in Copeland Park with ground sprays and splash structures, open seasonally in North La Crosse.

Free seasonal splash pad at Springbrook Park with ground sprays and a simple button-activated layout.

Sparta Family Aquatic Center with outdoor pool features for family water play.

Outdoor aquatic center in Sparta with zero-depth kids' play, a tipping-bucket style feature, lazy river, tube slide, and private party rentals.

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