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Splash Zone at Frances Meadows Aquatic Center

Gainesville, GA

Seasonal outdoor splash area at Frances Meadows with slides, zero-depth entry, interactive water play, deck seating, and paid admission.

Splash Zone at Frances Meadows Aquatic Center with shallow entry water play and family deck seating.

Official city image of the outdoor splash area.

Photo 1 of 3. Official city image of the outdoor splash area.

Editorial notes

What stands out

Best pick in the region for families who want a fuller water-play outing than a simple free sprayground.

Good fit

  • Mixed-age siblings who need both gentle splash play and bigger-kid features
  • Families who prefer a staffed aquatics setting over a simple park pad
  • Longer summer outings with more to do than quick run-through sprays

Consider another option if

  • Families seeking a free stop
  • Parents who want a quick in-and-out neighborhood splash pad
  • Visitors bringing outside food or expecting re-entry flexibility

Know Before You Go

Re-entry
No re-entry without paying again
Food
No outside food or beverage
Season
Seasonal outdoor operation through Labor Day
Rules
Non-smoking facility
Rules
Rain check policy applies for weather closures with receipt time restrictions
Bring
Proper swimwear

What to Expect

For kids

  • Toddlers
  • Preschoolers
  • Big kids
  • Mixed ages
  • Tipping bucket
  • Splash structure

For caregivers

  • Benches
  • Changing area
  • Concessions
  • Little shade
  • On site
  • Partially fenced
Visit type
Planned paid outing
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Splash Zone at Frances Meadows Aquatic Center is Gainesville's city-run outdoor water-play area built for families who want more than a basic spray pad. The setup includes a zero-depth entry area, interactive splash features, drop buckets, kiddie play elements, and larger body slides for older kids, plus deck space and chairs for caregivers. It works especially well for mixed-age families who want shallow water play without committing to a full waterpark trip. Because it is part of the aquatics center, admission, rules, and seasonal hours are more structured than a free park sprayground.

Hours & Admission

Posted hours

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Weekly posted opening hours
Saturday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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

Accessibility

Accessibility and comfort

Wheelchair accessible

Accessibility and comfort

Accessible restroom nearby

Location

1545 Community Way NE

Gainesville, GA, 30501

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Sources & Updates

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

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Apr 10, 2026
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