River's Edge Park Splash Pad

Waite Park, MN

Large Waite Park splash pad with shaded seating, playgrounds, restrooms, trails, and a full park setting.

River's Edge Park sign and splash pad park setting in Waite Park.

Official city image for River's Edge Park, home to the splash pad.

Editorial notes

What stands out

One of the most complete family park-and-splash combinations in the region, especially if you care about shade, bathrooms, and extra things to do.

Good fit

  • Mixed-age families who need more than one activity
  • Longer summer park outings
  • Parents who value shaded seating and nearby restrooms
  • Playdates and casual birthday meetups

Consider another option if

  • Families wanting a tightly enclosed splash zone
  • Visitors expecting a lifeguarded aquatic center
  • Trips needing indoor or all-weather play

Know Before You Go

Season
Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, weather permitting
Bring
Towels
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Sunscreen
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Water shoes
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Playground gear
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Snacks or picnic supplies

What to Expect

For kids

  • Toddlers
  • Preschoolers
  • Big kids
  • Mixed ages
  • Ground sprays
  • Drop-in visits

For caregivers

  • Benches
  • Picnic tables
  • Drinking water
  • Free parking
  • Playground
  • Walking trails
Visit type
Can function as either a short splash stop or a half day park outing
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River's Edge Park Splash Pad is one of the strongest family splash pad stops in the St. Cloud area because it sits inside a large, amenity-rich city park. Families get free seasonal splash play plus shaded seating, restrooms, playgrounds, picnic areas, trails, water fountains, and plenty of room to stretch a short splash stop into a longer outing. It is especially useful for siblings with different interests since the park offers much more than the splash pad alone.

Hours & Admission

Posted hours

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Weekly posted opening hours
Monday11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday11:00 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.

Accessibility

Accessibility and comfort

Wheelchair accessible

Accessibility and comfort

Accessible restroom nearby

Location

1300 Great Oak Drive

Waite Park, MN, 56387

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Other options nearby

Sartell's only city splash pad, set inside popular Watab Park along the Watab River.

Autumn Ridge Park splash pad listing from the City of Sauk Rapids.

Neighborhood splash pad in Sauk Rapids with a large playground, picnic shelter, and restrooms at Autumn Ridge Park.

Sources & Updates

1 public source on record · Last checked Apr 10, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.

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Public sources

  • Page states the splash pad is generally open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, weather permitting, from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

    Checked: name, address, hours, season, ADA accessible, restrooms