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💦Water Parks, Splash Pads, and more!

Great places to stay cool this summer

By C. Magana Macaroni Kid Fontana May 12, 2021

Looking for fun places to take the kids and stay cool at the same time.

Scroll down to find Water Parks, Splash Pads, and Community Pools near you.

When visiting any of these locations, please be respectful of all health and safety procedures put in place.


***Call and/or check the websites PRIOR to your visit, as location days and hours may change without notice or may have limited use of the facilities.***


HAVE FUN and DON'T FORGET the SUNSCREEN

  Fitness & Aquatic Center Rialto

COMMUNITY POOL

Fitness center, group exercise, and the indoor pools are open with limited capacity.  Reservations are required so call ahead to reserve your spot.

  •  Address:  1243 S Riverside Avenue Rialto, CA 92376
  • Phone Number:  909-820-2611


💦Don Day Neighborhood Center Fontana

COMMUNITY POOL

Recreational Swim is available through Sept. 4th, 2023

Mondays, Wednesdays - 7pm - 9pm

Tuesday, Thursday, Fridays  - 1pm - 4pm

Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Catch a Movie on select Saturdays: Dive in Movies from 7pm - 9pm

  • Address:  14501 Live Oak Ave, Fontana, CA 92337
  • Phone Number: (909) 349-6997


💦Fontana Park Aquatic Center Fontana

WATER SLIDES, SPLASH PAD, COMMUNITY POOL

Pools, waterslides, and a splash pad are some of the things you can enjoy at the Aquatic center.  Just outside there is also a dog park, playground, large checkerboards, and so much more.

Recreational Swim is available through Sept. 4th

Monday, Wednesday, Friday - 1pm - 4pm

Saturdays, Sundays - 12pm - 4pm

  • Address:  15610 Summit Ave. Fontana, CA 92336
  • Phone Number: (909) 854-5111


  Martin Tudor Splash Park Fontana

SPLASH PAD, WATERSLIDES, and COMMUNITY POOL

You can enjoy the outdoors at Martin Tudor Jurupa Hills Park daily. There are BBQ areas, fields, playgrounds, volleyball, and much more.

Splash pad and slides are open through Sept. 4th, 2023

Tuesday, Thursday - 1pm - 4pm

Saturdays and Sundays from 12pm - 4pm

  • Splash Park address: 11660 Sierra Ave, Fontana, CA 92337
  • Splash Park Phone Number: (909) 428-8822
  • Regional Park Address: 11925 Sierra Ave. Fontana, CA 92337  
  • Regional Park Phone Number: (909) 349-6900


💦Miller Park Fontana

SPLASH PAD and COMMUNITY POOL

Miller Park is located near the Lewis Library and Technology Center.  So, before you cool off outside in the pool or splash pad area, check out a few books to read.

Recreational swim through Sept. 4th, 2023

Monday, Wednesday - 1pm - 4pm

Tuesday, Thursday - 7-9pm    *Thursdays: Summer Concerts in the Park - expect a larger crowd and less parking.

Saturday, Sunday - 12-4pm

  • Address:  17004 Arrow Blvd. Fontana, CA 92335
  • Phone Number: (909) 349-6900


🎬💦Heritage Pool Fontana

COMMUNITY POOL

Recreational Swim through Sept. 4th, 2023

Tuesday, Thursday - 1pm - 4pm

Wednesday, Friday - 7pm - 9pm *Fridays: Dive-in Movie

Saturday, Sunday - 12pm - 4pm

  • Address:  7350 W Liberty Pkwy, Fontana, CA 92336
  • Phone Number:  (909) 349-6970


💦The Cove Waterpark Riverside

WATERPARK

Summer is coming and it's starting to heat up.  The whole family will stay cool as you splash around in a variety of water play and slide areas.

For hours and admission, click on the following links.  Calendar      Admission

  • Address: 4310 Camino Real Riverside, CA 92509 (approx. 12 miles from Fontana 92336)
  • Phone Number:  (951) 360-1974


  Splash Pads Riverside

SPLASH PADS

Swing by one of six splash pads located throughout the city of Riverside.  Parks with Splash Pads include: Andulka, Arlington Heights, Doty Trust, Fairmount, Orange Terrace and Sycamore Highlands.

For park address and more information, click here.


🌞Veterans Park Splash Pad Colton

SPLASH PAD

Splash pad open daily.  Be sure to wear proper swim attire.  Water shoes and sunscreen are highly recommended.  Call for hours.

  • Address: 290 East "O" St. Colton, CA 92324
  • Phone Number: (909) 370-5065

  Victoria Gardens Rancho Cucamonga

SPLASH PAD - call for hours of operation

This outdoor shopping mall has quite a bit to offer.  From train rides and craft markets, to dining and of course shopping, there is a little something for everyone.  Located in the center, you will find a large grassy area along with a small splash pad for the little ones to cool down.  Make sure you take a change of clothes to continue shopping after cooling off.

  • Address: 12505 N Mainstreet, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739
  • Phone Number: (909) 803-1280


💦 Citrus Park Corona

SPLASH PAD

  • Baseball Field, Drinking Fountain, Picnic Area, Playground, Restrooms, Soccer Field, Splash Pad, ADA accessible
  • Address: 1250 Santana Way Corona, CA 92881
  • Phone Number: 951-736-2241


💦 Ridgeline Park Corona

SPLASH PAD

  • Barbecue, Covered Shelter, Drinking Fountain, Picnic Area, Restrooms, Softball Field, Splash Pad, ADA accessible
  • Address: 2850 Ridgeline Drive Corona, CA 92882
  • Phone Number: 951-736-2241


  Cucamonga-Guasti Regional Park Ontario

WATER SLIDES and SPLASH PAD

Stay cool locally at Guasti.  Boating, Fishing, Swimming (lagoon and water slides). 

The splash pad is open.

Waterslides closed. Call for updated info.

  • Address:  800 N Archibald Ave, Ontario, CA 91764
  • Phone Number:  909-387-2757


  Glen Helen Regional Park San Bernardino

WATER SLIDES, SPLASH PADS, COMMUNITY POOL

At Glen Helen you can enjoy fishing in two lakes, swimming in a pool, slide on dual water slides, play in the splash pad, and have a picnic in the shelter areas.

Splash pads, pool, and water slides are open.

Check website for hours before heading over.

  • Address:  2555 Glen Helen Parkway, San Bernardino, CA 92407 (approx. 7 miles from Fontana)
  • Phone Number:  909.887.7540


  Perris Hill Water Park San Bernardino

COMMUINTY POOL and WATERPARK

Swimming pool, water park, horseshoe pits, and lots more outdoor activities to enjoy.

  • Address:  1135 E. Highland Ave. San Bernardino, CA 92404 (approx. 13 miles from Fontana 92336)
  • Phone Number: (909) 384-5233


  Splash Pads San Bernardino

SPLASH PADS

Swing by one of five splash pads located throughout the city of San Bernardino.  Parks with Splash Pads include: Anne Shirrells Park, Byce E Hanes Park, Lytle Creek Park, Tom Minor Park, and Wildwood Park.

For park address and more information, click here.


💦Raging Waters San Dimas

WATERPARK

Raging Waters in San Dimas is now open. So, get ready to cool down in the summer's heat.

For hours and admission click on the following links.  Calendar     Tickets and Passes

  • Address:  111 Raging Waters Drive San Dimas, CA 91773 (approx. 25 miles from Fontana 92336)
  • Phone Number:  (909) 802-2200


💦Prado Regional Park Chino

SPLASH PAD

This park is loaded with outdoor recreation and adventure offering, fishing, camping, hiking, biking and nature trails, splash pad, disc golf, and much more.

  • Address:  16700 S. Euclid Ave., Chino, CA 91708  (approx. 22 miles from Fontana 92336)
  • Phone Number:  909.597.4260


💦Monte Vista Park Chino

SPLASH PAD

 The Splash Pad may not be reserved for private parties. It is open to the public at all time during operating hours. Proper swim attire must be worn to participate. Regular street clothes are not allowed.

  • Address:  13196 Monte Vista Avenue Chino, CA 91710
  • Phone Number:  (909) 334-3260


💦The Shoppes at Chino Hills Chino Hills

 Interactive Fountain Hours: 09:30 AM – 8:30PM

  • Address:  13920 CITY CENTER DRIVE CHINO HILLS, CA 91709
  • Phone Number: (866) 909-0305


💦Great Wolf Lodge Garden Grove

WATERPARK

Indoor water park, dining, attractions, and hotel stay.  

  • Address:  12681 Harbor Boulevard, Garden Grove CA 92840 (approx. 49 miles from Fontana 92336)
  • Phone number:  (888) 960-9653


  Knott's Soak City Buena Park

WATERPARK

Head on over to Knott's Soak City for some waterslide fun.

Admission   Calendar

  • Address:  8039 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA 90620 (approx. 51 miles from Fontana 92336)
  • Phone Number:  (714) 220-5200


  Newport Dunes Aquatic & Watersports Adventures Newport Beach

INFLATABLE WATERPARK

SoCal’s largest inflatable water park in Newport Beach.  There are over 13 inflatables and water park attractions to choose from.

  • Address:  1131 Back Bay Dr. Newport Beach, CA 92660 (approx. 53 miles from Fontana, 92336)
  • Phone: (949) 729-3863


💦Legoland Waterpark Carlsbad

WATERPARK

Do your little builders like to splash around as well.  Head on over to Legoland to stay cool in the water.  Reservations required.

  • Address:  One LEGOLAND Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008  (approx. 97 miles from Fontana 92336)

  • Phone Number:  888-690-5346 


  Sesame Place Chula Vista

WATERPARK and Themepark

There are so many fun water rides at Sesame Place to splish & splash in! We’ve got exciting body slides, tube slides, a family raft slide, a lazy river, a family-friendly wave pool, and multiple splash pads.

For hours and admission, click on the following links.  Hours     Admission

  • Address:  2052 Entertainment Circle, Chula Vista, CA 91911 (approx. 125 miles from Fontana 92336)
  • Phone Number:  (619) 222-4SEA


💦Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Valencia

WATERPARK

Opens May 15th for season pass holders and May 22nd for general public, reservations required.

Hours   Admission

  • Address:  26101 Magic Mountain Parkway, Valencia, CA 91355 (approx. 76 miles from Fontana 92336)
  • Phone Number:  (661) 255-4100


Cooling Centers

Are you just looking for a place to beat the heat and stay hydrated.

When the temperature is over 100 degrees, you can go to different locations to keep cool.


City of Fontana Cooling Centers

  • Fontana Community Senior Center (16710 Ceres Ave.)
  • Heritage Neighborhood Center (7350 W. Liberty Pkwy)


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