Richmond Park

Richmond Park offers a fantastic water play destination for families in Grand Rapids, conveniently located at 963 Richmond St. NW on the city's northwest side. This splash pad features exciting water attractions designed to keep children entertained throughout the day, including a thrilling waterslide and a playful mushroom fountain that younger visitors especially enjoy.

The park's large pool is thoughtfully designed with accessibility in mind, featuring a no-depth entry point that allows children and hesitant swimmers to wade in comfortably and safely. For those seeking a more adventurous experience, the waterslide provides exciting fun for older kids and water enthusiasts. The inclusion of a lift at the pool adds another layer of accessibility, ensuring that visitors of varying abilities can fully enjoy the water features.

The mushroom fountain near the pool area creates an ideal spot for younger children to splash, play, and cool off during hot summer days. This feature makes Richmond Park an excellent choice for families with children of different ages, as there are attractions suited to both toddlers and older kids.

Richmond Park operates with extended hours throughout the week, opening at 8:00 AM and closing at 9:00 PM every single day, from Monday through Sunday. These generous hours provide families with flexibility in planning their visits, whether they prefer early morning sessions or evening outings after school or work. The consistent daily schedule makes it easy for parents to plan ahead without worrying about varying operating times.

The combination of its accessible location on the northwest side of Grand Rapids, diverse water features, thoughtful amenities, and extended daily hours makes Richmond Park a reliable and enjoyable destination for families seeking a refreshing water play experience. Whether families are looking to cool off on a warm afternoon or spend an evening enjoying water activities together, this park delivers the fun and accessibility that modern families need.