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The Water Hole at John Venezia Community Park

Northeast Colorado Springs, U S A F Academy, CO

Free seasonal splash area at John Venezia Community Park with timed sessions in a larger northeast Colorado Springs park setting.
Plan This Visit

Best for

Toddlers, Preschoolers, Big kids, Mixed ages

Hours

Monday-Sunday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Parking

Parking available

Visit style

Short-to-medium park outing

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

A strong pick for families who want a free splash stop in a larger park and do not mind timed sessions.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For
  • Neighborhood summer outings
  • Families combining water play with other park time
  • Kids who enjoy open splash play without paid admission
Less Ideal For
  • Families wanting all-day staffed water attractions
  • Visitors who prefer fully enclosed splash venues

At a Glance

Venue type

Splash pad

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Water features

Ground sprays

Family amenities

BenchesFree parking

Cost

Free

Shade level

Little shade

Bathroom access

Short walk away

Fencing

Open access

Visit options

Drop-in visitsTimed entry

Season model

Memorial Day to Labor Day

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

Monday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Season WindowMemorial Day to Labor Day
Session FormatTimed sessions with 30-minute safety breaks
What To Bring
TowelsSun protectionWater shoes

Pricing Snapshot

AdmissionFree

About the Venue

The Water Hole at John Venezia Community Park is a city-run seasonal splash stop in northeast Colorado Springs. Families get free access, structured session times, and the benefit of being in a larger community park that can stretch a short splash visit into a broader outdoor outing. It is a practical choice for families who want a public splash pad feel without pool admission costs.

Atlas Perspective

Indoor Play Atlas Notes

Booking FrictionLow
Energy LevelModerate
Noise LevelModerate
Visit StyleShort-to-medium park outing

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Quick Summary

Best for

Toddlers, Preschoolers, Big kids, Mixed ages

Hours

Monday-Sunday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Parking

Parking available

Visit style

Short-to-medium park outing

Contact Information

Address

U S A F Academy, CO

Source & Verification

Last updated

April 10, 2026

Verification summary

Last verified: April 10, 2026

Checked against 1 public source.

Source

Ai Region Research

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