Make a splash at Milwaukee’s outdoor pools—perfect for cooling off on a hot summer day. These family-friendly spots feature shallow areas for little swimmers, lap lanes, diving boards, and splash features at select locations.
Home to the largest floating water obstacle course in the U.S., Bear Paw Adventure Park is a unique outdoor destination for families who love a good splash and a little adventure. Kids ages 6+ can take on Adventure Island, while younger ones (ages 4–6) have their own Mini Island. There’s also a sandy beach, ropes course, dry-land activities, and a giant new slide called Randy’s Thrill Hill. More Info Here.
Dubbed “Waukesha’s Classic Swimming Pool,” you’ll find an Olympic-size pool with a lap lane always open, a separate wading pool for young kids, a one-meter diving board and two-meter slide, plus basketball and volleyball courts. The staff is comprised of Red Cross-certified lifeguards and instructors. More Info Here.
Located in Cedarburg’s Centennial Park, the Cedarburg Community Pooloffers a snake slide for young kids or a faster slide for older kids. There are diving boards and a human foosball court, too. Grab a bite to eat at the snack bar and get sandy in the kids play area. More Info Here.
Cool Waters has a heated pool with a giant tube and body waterslides, water slides for young children, interactive water toys, a playground, sand volleyball courts, and a café. More Info Here.
Race down the tube and body waterslides at Schulz Aquatic Center, float along in the lazy river, or swim in the heated pool. There are spray jets, water troughs, and a bucket dump for the kids, plus a concession stand once everyone gets hungry. More Info Here.
The Elm Grove Village Pool and Splash Pad are back for more water fun this year. Kids will find more than a half a dozen spraying water features, plus plenty of shaded seating areas to cool down. Keep an eye out for special family swim times at this friendly community pool in Elm Grove. There’s also a newly renovated pool house and splash pad. Check their website for the latest hours. More Info Here.
Fondy Aqua Park in Fond du Lac, WI, is a family-friendly destination with a Wibit Aqua Park featuring inflatable slides, climbs, trampoline, and more. The park also offers dual 90-foot-high inflatable slides, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, a sandy beach, and a picnic area. It’s the perfect place for water adventures and relaxing family fun. More Info Here.
This zero-depth entry pool at Horeb Springs Aquatic Center has water that’s relatively warm, two flume slides, sprinklers and a high diving board. You’ll appreciate the clean dressing rooms and full concession area. More Info Here.
McCarty Park Pool is a traditional, deep-well pool with a ramp entry, giant water slide, and two 1-meter diving boards. Offering open swim and night swim. More Info Here.
Take a relaxing dip in the shallow end or jump off the diving boards in the deep end at the Mequon Community Pool. There is a separate zero-depth wading area for babies and toddlers. Certified lifeguards staff the pool at all times. More Info Here.
The water slide at Pirate’s Hollow Community Waterpark is a drop slide, and there are also diving boards and water mushrooms. There is a zero-depth entry side for young children. More Info Here.
Sheridan Park is located on Lake Michigan, and there is a trail that will take you right down to the water. The views of downtown Milwaukee can’t be beat. Cool off at the pool, complete with flume slides, a water mushroom and a wading pool. Pro Tip: Sheridan Park is a great place to watch the fireworks on the fourth of July and watch planes taking off and landing at the airport. More Info Here.
Close to the city and packed with fun, TOSA Pool is the perfect place to spend a hot summer afternoon with the whole family. It is an award-winning public pool that offers a large, colorful play structure, water slides, in-pool umbrellas that provide shade, and swimming classes for kids and adults. You don’t have to be a member to swim, but there are fun members-only events throughout the summer. More Info Here.
Located about 45 minutes from the city, this family water park offers something for everyone. You’ll find an eight-lane, 50-meter pool leading into a fan-shaped zero-depth swimming area. More Info Here.
If you’re up for the 45-minute drive from Milwaukee, this heated municipal pool features a large zero-depth area, a 12-foot mushroom waterfall, floor fountains, and waterslides for the little ones. If you dare, you can take a thrilling ride down the 216-foot waterslide or plunge down the 24-foot drop slide. There is also a one-meter diving board and a 25-meter lap lane. When you’re done swimming, you can spend time in the sandy playground area, play volleyball, or chow down at the co […]
Splash into summer at this brand-new inflatable water playground opening Friday, June 6! Located at Regner Beach, the Westbury Bank Aquapark features 50 floating obstacles, including giant slides, a 27-foot swing, and climbing platforms up to 19 feet tall. It’s open to ages 6+ with a $8 admission for two hours of play (life jackets provided). Parental signature is required for kids under 18, and ticket presales will be available online soon through West Bend Parks & Rec. More Info Here.
Brookfield’s community pool is 50 meters, with a water slide, two diving boards, a sand play area, geysers, a playground, and more. There is a concession stand and plenty of shade. More Info Here.