Fixed locationSplash Pad + Pool Combos

The Water Mine Family Swimmin' Hole

Reston, VA

Large Fairfax County waterpark in Reston with a tot spray pad, interactive playground, toddler pond, lazy river, and multiple slides.

Plan This Visit

Best for

Broadest fit in the region, from toddlers to teens

Visit style

Half-day to full-day destination outing

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

A top pick when you want the variety of a real waterpark but still need strong toddler and younger-kid options.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For

Mixed-age families
Kids who want both slides and gentler spray play
Long summer outings with enough to do for toddlers through teens

Less Ideal For

Families wanting a free stop
Parents who only want a quick 30-minute splash visit
Visitors trying to avoid admission planning

At a Glance

Venue type

Splash pad + pool combo

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Water features

Ground spraysSplash structureSmall slidesToddler zone

Family amenities

Concessions

Cost

Paid

Shade level

Partly shaded

Bathroom access

On site

Fencing

Partially fenced

Surface type

Mixed surfaces

Accessibility and comfort

Wheelchair accessibleAccessible restroom nearby

Visit options

Drop-in visitsBirthday partiesPrivate rentals

Season model

Summer season

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Part of a larger park

Yes

Verified only

Yes

Operator type

County parks department

Hours vary with season or weather

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Park ContextLocated within Lake Fairfax Park

RentalsRental areas available; groups of 20 or more are required to book appropriate rental areas

Rules Summary

Weather, capacity, or emergencies can affect operationsRules and re-entry procedures are posted by the park authority

Season StartMay 23, 2026

TicketingTickets can be purchased online in advance, by phone, or in person; release windows begin two weeks ahead during season

What To Expect

lazy river
interactive water playground
tot spray pad
toddler pond
waterslides
log walk obstacle course

Pricing Snapshot

Ages Two And UnderFree

Group Rate 20 Plus Weekday County$13.50

Group Rate 20 Plus Weekend County$15.75

Notes

Tickets released in advance during seasonDaily admission varies by height and weekday versus weekend

Season Pass Single$135

Weekday Over 48 In County$17.25

Weekday Over 48 Non County$20

Weekday Under 48 In County$14.25

Weekend Over 48 In County$18.25

Weekend Over 48 Non County$22

Weekend Under 48 In County$15.25

About the Venue

The Water Mine Family Swimmin' Hole is one of Northern Virginia's biggest family water destinations, built around an Old West theme inside Lake Fairfax Park. Families get a tot spray pad, a multi-level interactive water playground, Tenderfoot Pond for smaller kids, a lazy river, obstacle course, and larger slides for bigger kids. It is much more of a half-day or full-day outing than a quick splash stop, and tickets are sold on a dated basis during the season.

Atlas Perspective

Indoor Play Atlas Notes

Age FitBroadest fit in the region, from toddlers to teens

Booking FrictionModerate because ticket planning matters

Energy LevelHigh

Noise LevelHigh

Visit StyleHalf-day to full-day destination outing

Accessibility & Comfort

Considerations

The Water Mine includes multiple activity types, so families can choose calmer zones like Tenderfoot Pond and the tot spray padVisitors with detailed accessibility needs should also review Water Mine procedures and Fairfax County accessibility resources

Wheelchair accessibleAccessible restroom nearby