Fixed locationSplash Pads and Spray Parks

Starlite Beach Splash Park

Lake Huron waterfront, Alpena, MI

Seasonal city splash park at Starlite Beach in Alpena with beachside access and nearby public amenities.
Plan This Visit

Best for

Best for toddlers through younger grade-school kids

Visit style

Quick municipal splash stop

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

A solid warm-weather Alpena stop when you want simple splash play near the water rather than a destination water park.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For
  • Local families wanting a free city-run splash option
  • Quick summer cool-down stops
  • Pairing splash play with waterfront time
Less Ideal For
  • Families needing highly predictable season-long schedules
  • Visitors wanting a large spray structure or resort amenities

At a Glance

Venue type

Splash pad

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersMixed ages

Water features

Ground sprays

Cost

Free

Shade level

Little shade

Bathroom access

Short walk away

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

Hours NotesHours have been extended in some seasons; verify current daily schedule before visiting
What To Bring
TowelsWater shoesSun protection
Season WindowSeasonal; city announcements show late-spring openings and September closures

Pricing Snapshot

ValueBest value for simple municipal splash play
AdmissionFree

About the Venue

Starlite Beach Splash Park is Alpena's seasonal public splash pad at the waterfront Starlite Beach area. It works best for families who want a casual, low-cost outing that can combine beach time, a playground-style stop, and a quick cool-down in town. City releases confirm recurring seasonal openings, extended summer hours in some years, and fall seasonal closures.

Atlas Perspective

Splash Pad Atlas Notes

Age FitBest for toddlers through younger grade-school kids
Noise LevelModerate
Visit StyleQuick municipal splash stop
Energy LevelLow to moderate
Parent ComfortGood for short visits

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Quick Summary

Best for

Best for toddlers through younger grade-school kids

Visit style

Quick municipal splash stop

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Contact Information

Address

Starlite Beach

Alpena, MI, 49707

Source & Verification

Last updated

April 18, 2026

Verification summary

Last verified: April 10, 2026

Checked against 2 public sources.

Reviewed as

Municipal source review

What Changed

April 10, 2026

Built from official City of Alpena notices and archive references; exact current daily hours not posted on a stable landing page.

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