Beat the Heat! 5 Free Splash Pads in Mid-Michigan

Looking for a place to cool off this summer but you can't afford the fee to get all of the kiddos into a waterpark? No worries! We found 5 Free Slash Pads in Mid-Michigan that you can bring the whole neighborhood to at no charge!

Tecumseh, Michigan's Splash Pad at Cal Zorn Recreation Area

First, I can't think of a better name for a park to host a free splash pad than Cal Zorn Recreation Area. "Hey kids! Truck up, we're going to Cal Zorn to cool down!". That just kinda rolls off the tongue, doesn't it?

• Hours: 11 am to 8 pm daily (seasonally)
• Address: 901 W Walnut St, Tecumseh
• Bonus: There is a park for your furry buddy here too! The Dog Daze Park is perfect for your pup.

St. Johns, Michigan's City Park Community Spray Park

The funds for this splash pad were raised by a group of citizens, guided by the St. Johns Parks and Recreation Department, to bring this free resource to the community. The cost? FREE

• Hours: 10 am to 8 pm daily (seasonally)
• Address: 805 W Park Street, St Johns
• Large groups are encouraged to call ahead so the park can prepare, call 989-224-8944 x 227 with your date, time, number, and how long you plan to splash.

Grand Ledge, Michigan's Splashpad at Jaycee Park

Grand Ledge's Jaycee Park offers  2,000 square feet of fun with 19 water sprays that are fun and accessible for all. So bring a cooler, maybe some Caprisuns and some peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, and cool off for the low, low price of zilch.

• Hours: 10 am to 8 pm daily (Memorial Day to Labor Day)
• Address: 535 E River St, Grand Ledge
• It looks like you can even push the button that activates the spray!

Portland, Michigan's Splash Pad at William Toan Park

It's so close, I wonder if there is a William Toan Overture? This park in Portland offers you the chance to 'Push da button!' and activate the spray. Kids, even adults like to push buttons and Portland is giving you that chance and all it will cost you is...not a dime.

• Hours: 10 am to 8 pm daily (Memorial Day to Labor Day)
• Address: S Water Street Portland
• Don't go in the pad! Restrooms are conveniently located near the play area

Coldwater, Michigan's Heritage Park Splash Pad

Where better to beat to the sweltering Michigan summer heat than a place named COLDWATER! Come on! Plus the beautiful Heritage Splash Pad at Heritage Park in Coldwater charges you zip to splash.

• Hours: 10 am to 8 pm daily (seasonally)
• Address: 1776 Heritage Dr, Coldwater
• Bonus: Heritage Park is over 200 acres, so there is a ton to explore

Related: Cool Off Jackson! Enjoy Free Fridays at Cascades Splash Pad

There you have it, 5 free ways to spend time with the kiddos without spending any money on admission. Have fun, stay cool, and be safe!