Splash Pad at Hawthorn Park
Leavenworth, KS
Free splash pad at Hawthorn Park with activation button control, on-site restrooms, shelter access and playground amenities nearby.

Leavenworth's Hawthorn Park splash pad is a substantial free public spray area.
Photo 1 of 4. Leavenworth's Hawthorn Park splash pad is a substantial free public spray area.
Editorial notes
What stands out
One of the strongest municipal listings in the region because the city publishes the operational details families actually need.
Good fit
- Families who want a free splash pad with clearly posted logistics
- Kids who like open spray play rather than a giant structure
- Caregivers planning around restrooms and shelter access
- Pairing water play with a playground stop
Consider another option if
- Families wanting big slides or a full aquatic center
- Visitors needing year-round water play
- Parents seeking a tightly enclosed splash venue
Know Before You Go
- Season
- Seasonal; official page notes the 2025 season was closed, but the venue remains an active seasonal city feature
- Hours vary with season or weather
- Yes
What to Expect
For kids
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Ground sprays
- Drop-in visits
For caregivers
- Pavilions
- Picnic tables
- Playground
- Pavilion rentals
- Sports fields
- Partly shaded
- Visit type
- Easy repeat summer outing
Read more about this location
The Splash Pad at Hawthorn Park is one of the clearest, best-documented public splash pads in this region. The City of Leavenworth lists it as a free 55-by-60-foot splash pad with multiple spraying spouts, open from 10 a.m. until sunset during the season, and activated by a button in the concrete near the shelter walkway. Families also get the broader Hawthorn Park setting, including restrooms, a picnic shelter, playground equipment and adaptive play features. It is an especially practical choice for caregivers who want official details before heading out.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
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| Monday | 10:00 – sunset |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 – sunset |
| Wednesday | 10:00 – sunset |
| Thursday | 10:00 – sunset |
| Friday | 10:00 – sunset |
| Saturday | 10:00 – sunset |
| Sunday | 10:00 – sunset |
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.
Accessibility
Known Features
Specialized adaptive playground equipment nearby
Accessibility and comfort
Wheelchair accessible
Accessibility and comfort
Accessible restroom nearby
Location
1100 Ohio Street
Leavenworth, KS, 66048
Other options nearby

Civic Campus Splash Pad
Free seasonal splash pad at Basehor Civic Campus with benches, restrooms, bottle filling, trails and a large adjacent playground.

Bonner Springs Aquatic Park
Seasonal aquatic park with a spray area, zero-depth pool, family slide, concessions and changing rooms.
Sources & Updates
2 public sources 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
- 2 public sources
Public sources
- City of Leavenworth - Splash Pad at Hawthorn Parkleavenworthks.gov
Checked: name, address, hours, activation details, description, free admission
- City of Leavenworth - Hawthorn Parkleavenworthks.gov
Checked: shelter reservation context


