As the temperatures climb, it’s the perfect time to find fun ways to cool off with the family, and luckily, there’s no shortage of options nearby. Whether your little ones love racing through splash pads or you’re looking for a pool where everyone can swim, float, or lounge, there are plenty of public spots across the area that welcome everyone, no membership required. From low-key splash pads to full-sized pools with slides and shallow zones, there’s something for every age and comfort level. So pack the towels, sunscreen, snacks, and water toys—it’s time to make a splash and soak up every bit of summer fun!
Splash Pads & Playground Water Features:
- Newton’s Gath Memorial Pool Splash Pad: 256 Albemarle Road Newtonville,
Hours: June 16-27 weekdays 4pm-8pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 11am-6pm
Hours: June 30 on weekdays 1pm-dusk; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 11am-6pm
Daily & Season passes available for residents and non residents. Check the website for pricing - Davis Playground: Eden Ave, Newton
- Daniel Warren Jr Playground: 131 Elliot Street, Brookline
Hours: May 24-September 13, 8am-8pm - Rosemary Recreation Complex Splash Deck: 178 Rosemary Street, Needham
- Olsen Spray Deck: 95 Turtle Pond Parkway, Hyde Park
- Soule Recreation Center: 652 Hammond Street, Chestnut Hill
- City of Waltham Spray Parks: multiple
Hours: 10am-8pm
Please visit Waltham’s website for more information
Public Pools & Pond Beaches:
- Crystal Lake: 30 Rogers Street, Newton
Hours: June 16-27 4pm-7pm
Hours: June 30th on, weekdays 9:30am-7pm; weekends 11am-7pm
Daily & Season passes available for residents and non residents. Check the website for pricing - Gath Memorial Pool: 256 Albemarie Road, Newtonville
Hours: June 16-27 weekdays 4pm-8pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 11am-6pm
Hours: June 30 on weekdays lessons 9am-12pm & open swim 1pm-dusk; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 11am-6pm
Daily & Season passes available for residents and non residents. Check the website for pricing - Morses Pond: 47 Turner Road, Wellesley
Hours: June 23-August 17 10am-5pm daily
Season passes available for residents and non residents. Check website for pricing - Memorial Beach at Dug Pond: West Street Natick
Hours: weekdays 12pm-7pm; Sat/Sun 11am-6pm
Daily & Season passes available for residents and non residents. Check website for pricing. - Rosemary Recreation Complex: 178 Rosemary Street, Needham
Hours: May 24-June 20 weekends 11am-4pm;
Hours: June 21-August 8 weekdays 12:30pm-7:30pm; weekends 10am-6:30pm
Hours: August 9- August 31 weekdays 12:30pm-6:30pm, weekends 11am-4pm
Daily & Season passes available for residents and non residents Check website for pricing. - Evelyn Kirrane Aquatics Center: 60 Tappan Street, Brookline
Hours: Pool schedule is updated weekly. Please check website for times
Daily & Season passes available for residents and non residents. Check website for pricing. - Westwood Recreation Pool: 240 Nahattan Street, Westwood
Hours: Check website for weekly schedules
Daily & Seasons passes available for residents and non residents. Check website for pricing.
