Pools, Water Parks And Splash Pads: Louisville's Essential Spots To Cool Down This Summer

By LEO Weekly Staff on Fri, Jun 9, 2023 at 4:15 pm

We've already had a taste of the summer heat. We want to make sure you know how to stay cool and where you can go to swim or splash in the hot weather.

There are lots of public places to swim and places that are free, cheap, or have financial assistance to enjoy fun in the sun. If you're looking for information about a pool or splash pad that we missed, the Louisville Metro Government website has some good information here about public aquatics.

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Plainview Swim Center

10235 Timberwood Circle
Located in Jeffersontown, this pool has a 12-meter pool, dive pool and children’s pool. The admission for this pool is $13 per day for resident adults 18 and over and $10 for residents from 3-17. For non-residents, adults pay $16 per day and ages 3-17 pay $11.
Photo via Jeffersontown KY Website

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The Parklands at Floyd Fork

Broad Run Park: 11551 Bardstown Rd & Beckley Creek Park: 1411 Beckley Creek Pkwy
The Parklands at Floyd Fork have two locations where your little ones (or you!) can splash and get out of the heat for a while. Water cannons and a three-loop spray tunnel can be fun for all ages. No admission fee required.
Photo via The Parklands at Floyd Fork

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Calypso Cove Waterpark

9400 Mill Brook Rd
This waterpark has it all! With a vortex pool, water cannons, slides, interactive structures and features, heated water and an onsite snack area, Calypso Cove has everything you need for a fun day. While a membership is required, the YMCA offers financial assistance.
Photo via YMCA of Greater Louisville

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Clarksville Cove

800 S. Clark Blvd
This Indiana aquatic center has splash pads, two slides, a pool, a cafe and a private party area that you can reserve. Admission for Indiana residents is $8, the out of state rate is $16 and the rate for 2 years and younger is $2, but it includes a swim diaper. Season passes are also available.
Photo via Clarksville Cove

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Clear Creek Family Activity Center

717 Burks Branch Rd
The Clear Creek Family Activity Center in the Shebyville / Shelby County Parks system has an 8 lane swimming pool, an outdoor splash pool, a kid’s pool and slides. They offer water aerobics, lap and open swimming, plus more. The daily admission fee is $6.
Photo via Shelby County Parks

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Douglass Hills Pool

501 Gatehouse Ln
This neighborhood pool is open to the public, but remember to go grab a day pass at City Hall. The pool has a large pool and a wading pool, plus diving boards and a water slide.
Photo via City of Douglass Hiils

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Fairdale Pool

709 Fairdale Rd
This public pool is located in Nelson Hornbeck Park. Admission is $2 for 17 and under and $3 for 18 and over. Remember a form of photo identification!
Photo via Louisville KY Government Website

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Mary T Meagher Aquatic Center

201 Resevoir Rd
Located in Crescent Hill Park, this center offers lap swimming, water fitness and swim lessons. Daily admission fees start at $3 for children 3-12, $8 for adults and $4.50 for seniors (55 and older).
Photo via Louisville KY Government Website

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Tyler Park

1502 Castlewood Ave
Another public splashpark located near the Highlands.
Photo via Louisville Olmstead Parks Conservancy

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The Quarry

2201 Fendley Mill Rd
This 18 and up only quarry is perfect for lounging, swimming and adventuring. You can snorkel, paddleboard, pedal boat, kayak, canoe, play sand volleyball or relax in the water. It’s $10 to reserve your spot and $25 for admission.
Photo via The Quarry

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Silver Street Park

2043 Silver Street
Located in New Albany, Silver Street Park has tons of amenities, including a great public splash pad.
Photo via City of New Albany

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Skyview Park

2700 Watterson Trail
This Jefferstown splashground has 26 water features, plus they recycle water for the sports fields.
Photo via City of Jeffersontown

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William B. Stansbury Park

2302 S 3rd St
A free, public splashground near Old Louisville and Churchill Downs.
Photo via Louisville KY Government

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Sun Valley Pool

6505 Bethany Ln
Located in Valley Station, general admission is around $2-3 per person to visit this community pool.
Photo via Kevin M. on Foursquare

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E.P. Tom Sawyer Park

3000 Freys Hill Rd.
E.P. Tom Sawyer Park isn’t just for hiking or archery. It has the largest public outdoor pool in Louisville and a splash pad, too. For 18 and older the admission is $18 on the weekdays and $12 on the weekends; for ages 3 to 17, weekday rates are $8 and weekends are $10; and for children two and under, admission is free.
Photo via Kentucky State Parks

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Waterfront Park

1101 River Rd
Waterfront Park has an amazing free public splashpark. The area includes misters, a tipping water bucket and structures that resemble boats and a bridge.
Photo via Waterfront Park

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Jeffersonville Aquatic Center

2107 Middle Rd
Jeffersonville Aquatic Center offers swim lessons, a swim team and lap swimming alongside their pool. The daily rate for Jeffersonville residents is $8, for Indiana residents it’s $12, and for out of state residents it is $15. Season passes are available.
Photo via Jeffersonville Parks Department

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River Run

224 West Daisy Lane
Between the waterpark fun and the swimming workouts, River Run is a New Albany staple. Admission for Floyd County residents is $9, for Indiana residents it’s $12, and for out of state residents it’s $17. Season passes, group rates and birthday party rates are available.
Photo via SoIn

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Kentucky Kingdom & Hurricane Bay

937 Phillips Lane
One of the best waterparks in Louisville, Hurricane Bay has water rides and thrills for every thrill level. Just want to relax? You can rent a cabana or enjoy floating down Castaway Creek. Tickets range from $29.99 to $49.99. Child and senior discounts are available.
via Google Maps

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