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16 Outdoor Water Parks, Pools, Splash Pads, & Local Swimming Around Lansing
Summer Means Water Parks, Splash Pads, Pools, and Beach Season is here!
As the temperatures begin to rise and the water beckons, it’s time to make your list of of all the fun things to do in Lansing this summer.
Be sure to add one (or several!) of these 16 water parks, splash pads, and outdoor pools to your summer bucket list.
Where to Find Water Parks, Splash Pads, & Beaches around Lansing This Summer
Pack the bathing suits, beach towels, and sand toys and head to these 16 places to cool off in water around the Lansing area!
Hawk Island
1601 E. Cavanaugh Rd, Lansing, 48910
Open Now – Labor Day Weekend
- Beach with Lake Access (swim at your own risk)
- Splash Pad
- Boat Rental
- Playground
- Walking Trail
There is a $3/vehicle fee for all Ingham County residents. $5/vehicle for non-residents.
*CATA offers free rides to select Ingham County Parks. Advance reservations required.
East Lansing Family Aquatic Center
6400 Abbot Rd, East Lansing, 48823
Opening day TBD – Labor Day Weekend. Open days are weather-dependent.
- Water Park with both shallow and deep water
- Waterslide
- Lifeguards on duty
- Chairs, lounge chairs, and Coast-Guard approved lifejackets available on a first come, first serve basis
Check their Facebook page for updates.
Hunter Park Pool
1400 E Kalamazoo St, Lansing, 48912
Opening Day June 2025
- Pool and Splash Pad
- Free
- Bring your ID to check-in plus a lock for their locker rooms. In most cases, personal items are not allowed on the deck.
- Only Coast Guard approved flotation devices are permitted
Moores Park Pool
420 Moores River Dr, Lansing, 48910
⊗ CLOSED for Renovations
- Pool
- Playground
- Along the Lansing River Trail
- Free
FUN FACT: Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, the J.H. Moores Memorial Natatorium—or as we call it, Moores Park Pool—is in need of significant renovations to save it. Read more on the history and efforts here.
Lake Lansing South
1621 Pike St, Haslett MI, 48840
Open Memorial Day Weekend – Labor Day Weekend
- Beach with Lake Access (swim at your own risk)
- Playground
- Bath House
- Picnic Area
- Pavilion Rentals
There is a $3/vehicle fee for all Ingham County residents. $5/vehicle for non-residents.
*CATA offers free rides to select Ingham County Parks. Advance reservations required.
Valhalla Park
2287 Pine Tree Rd, Holt, 48842
Open Memorial Day Weekend – Labor Day Weekend
- Beach with Lake Access (swim at your own risk)
- Restrooms and Changing Rooms
- Playground
- Trails
- Pavilions rentals
Park Lake
6244 Park Lake Rd, Bath, MI 48808
Open Now
- Beach with Lake Access (swim at your own risk)
- Port-a-Potty
- Small parking lot
BONUS: Wiswasser Park is across the street.
Burchfield Park
881 Grovenburg Rd, Holt, 48842
Open Memorial Day Weekend – Labor Day Weekend
- Beach with Lake Access (swim at your own risk)
- Playground
- Bathhouse
- Canoe and kayak rental
There is a $3/vehicle fee for all Ingham County residents. $5/vehicle for non-residents.
*CATA offers free rides to select Ingham County Parks. Advance reservations required.
Jaycee Park
525 E River St, Grand Ledge, 48837
Open Memorial Day – Labor Day Weekend
- Splash Pad
- Free
- Playground (part of the playground is currently closed)
- Walking Trail
- Restrooms
PRO TIP: Bring a change of clothes or towels to dry off.
Nixon Water Park
Generally open Mid June – Labor Day Weekend (official dates TBD)
- Waterpark
- Lifeguard on duty when available (participate at your own risk)
- Entrance fee
- Party Room rental available
- Skatepark nearby
St. Johns City Park/Spray Park
805 W Park St, St Johns, 48879
Generally open June 1 – Labor Day (official dates TBD)
- Splash Pad
- Free
- Restrooms
- Playground
- Picnic Tables
Sleepy Hollow State Park
7835 E Price Rd, Laingsburg, 48848
Beach is open year-round.
- Beach with Lake Access (swim at your own risk)
- Buoys up from Memorial Day Weekend through mid-September
- Entrance to Sleepy Hollow State Park requires Michigan Recreation Passport
Cascades Falls and Splash Pad
1401 S Brown St, Jackson, 49203
Open Memorial Day Weekend – Labor Day Weekend.
- Splash pad
- Lounge chairs available on a first-come, first-serve basis
- Onsite concessions available for purchase
- Entrance fee – $2/person ages 4+; kids 3 and under are free
- Bike Rentals
BONUS: The splash pad is fully-fenced in!
Motz Park
4630 N DeWitt Rd, St. Johns, 48879
Open Memorial Day – Labor Day
- Beach with Lake Access (swim at your own risk)
- Free
- Pavilion
- Trail
- Picnic Tables
- Restrooms
Toan Park Splash Pad
117 W Bridge Street, Portland, MI 48875
Open Memorial Day – Labor Day
- Splash Pad
- Free
- Walking Trail along the river
- Playground
- Picnic Tables
Bentley Park Splash Pad
Corner of M52 and Stewart St, Owosso, 48867
Open Memorial Day – Labor Day
- Splash Pad
- Free
- Pavilion
- Picnic Tables
- Restrooms
What Did We Miss?
Is there a favorite splash pad or water park we’ve forgotten? Comment below to let us know.
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