Top 10 Local Water Play Spots in Folsom, El Dorado Hills, and nearby

Promontory Park (2700 Alexandra Drive)

Perhaps the best and busiest splash pad around, Promonotory Park features many different forms of water fun including misting butterflies, a spray tunnel, dump buckets, and water geysers in the ground. A playground suitable for all ages is attached to the spray ground for when the kids need a break from the water. Picnic tables are available for lunching there and a steep, grassy hill entices kids to see how fast they can roll down it. Two bathrooms are available on site and a fresh-water shower washes the chlorine off after hours of play. The only drawback to the park is the lack of shade, so be sure to bring an umbrella or other shade feature to set up on the grass surrounding the park.

Peter Bertelsen Memorial Park (831 Redwood Lane)

One of the oldest parks in EDH, Peter Bertelson Memorial park was named in honor of a fallen El Dorado Hills firefighter who died in the line of duty in 1965. The splash pad consists of a tunnel spray feature for kids to run through (pictured above). A playground is adjacent to the spray ground and there is a large, grassy area for kids to run. Restrooms are located in the pavilion and there are also shaded picnic tables and wooded areas for kids to go exploring.

El Dorado Hills Community Pool (1021 Harvard Way)

Call for dates/hours: (916) 933-6624

This amazing community pool offers a beach entry area for the little ones, a wading pool for kids 6 and under, diving boards, shade, lounge chairs and tables, a snack bar, air conditioned restrooms and shower facilities, an inflatable obstacle course (check website for availability), and lap swim for adults 16+.

Nisenan Community Park (700 Golf Links Drive)

Featuring a circular arrangement of geysers set in the concrete, this water feature operates at the touch of a button and is good for kids of all ages. This park is a bit tucked away from the hustle and bustle of Folsom and offers some wooded/grassy areas and walking paths for kids to explore. You will also find a playground, restrooms, and picnic tables at this hidden gem.

Livermore Community Park (6004 Riley Street)

This park is home to a unique spray ground featuring a waterfall, a creek with running water, and geysers built into the ground. A playground, sand volleyball court, restrooms, shaded picnic area, and steep, rocky hill kids love to climb rounds out the other amenities at this fun park.

John Kemp Community Park (1322 Bundrick Drive)

This spray ground is best suited for the younger set and features geysers spraying no more than three feet in the air. A fantastic play structure is connected to the spray ground, providing the chance for the kids to run between water fun and slides. Shaded picnic tables, sports fields (soccer and baseball), and two bathrooms round out the amenities at this park.

Folsom Aquatic Center (1200 Riley St.)

Call for dates/hours: (916) 355-8318 The Folsom Aquatic Center is the perfect place to enjoy warm summer days with Family and Friends. It is located next to Lembi Park and features lap pools and a kiddie pool with a beach entry. It also features two play structures with buckets, a slide, sprayers, and water cannons. There is also a large waterslide for the older kids.

Hours of Operation:

May – August 11 A.M.-7P.M.

Call for dates/hours: (530) 677-2231

Cameron Park Lake Swimming Lagoon(2989 Cambridge Road)

Located off of Cambridge Rd. features a safe water play haven for kids with its shallow life guarded swim lagoon. A playground, tennis courts, and walking/jogging trails offer families a way to dry off and exert energy. Fishing, boat rentals, and a community center pool offer additional summer fun.

Hours of Operation:

May – September 11 A.M.-1P.M., 2-5 P.M.

Call for dates/hours: (916) 369-9844

White Rock Neighborhood Splash Park (10488 White Rock Road)

Located off the Zinfandel exit, this spray ground is absolutely worth the short drive. This splash park features water cannons, dump buckets, geysers in the ground, and two water slides. The large yellow slide requires riders to be at least 46" tall and the small orange slide requires riders to be at least 42" tall. You can purchase a wristband to use the water slides for just $1 (unlimited sliding) or use the remainder of the splash pad for free. This splash park is gated, making it easier ensure roaming kids stay in the area. If you tire of the water activities, there is a playground just outside the gates with a shaded picnic pavilion, walkways, restrooms, and sports fields.