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Water features at Aurora Splash Pad in Pine Grove Park.
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Aurora Splash Pad

Pine Grove Park, Aurora, MN

Free seasonal splash pad at Pine Grove Park with a shaded park setting and an easy add-on to a playground or park day.
Plan This Visit

Best for

Best for mixed ages with strongest appeal for toddlers, preschoolers, and younger big kids.

Hours

Official city pages list summer daily hours, with seasonal variability.

Parking

Parking available

Visit style

Short repeat local outing

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

A straightforward free splash stop that works best for an easy local park outing rather than a feature-heavy destination trip.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For
  • Families wanting a free, casual summer cool-down stop.
  • Toddlers through elementary-age kids who like open-ended water play.
  • Visitors pairing splash time with a broader Pine Grove Park outing.
Less Ideal For
  • Families looking for a large spray park with major structures or buckets.
  • Visitors who need confirmed staffed supervision or formal amenities on site.
  • Cold or mixed-weather days when a short outdoor splash stop will feel limited.

At a Glance

Venue type

Splash pad

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Water features

Ground sprays

Family amenities

Free parking

Cost

Free

Shade level

Partly shaded

Bathroom access

No visible restrooms

Fencing

Open access

Surface type

Mixed surfaces

Accessibility and comfort

Wheelchair accessible

Visit options

Drop-in visits

Season model

Summer season

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Part of a larger park

Yes

Verified only

Yes

Operator type

City parks department

Hours vary with season or weather

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Monday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Park ContextLocated in Pine Grove Park near the former wading pool site and ice rink area.
What To Bring
Swimsuits or quick-dry clothesTowelsSunscreenWater shoes
Hours SummaryOfficial city pages list summer daily hours, with seasonal variability.
Season WindowSummer season
Weather NotesOutdoor operation is seasonal and weather dependent.

Pricing Snapshot

ValueBest as a no-cost summer park add-on.
ParkingLikely free park parking
AdmissionFree

About the Venue

Aurora Splash Pad is a city splash pad in Pine Grove Park, created in 2021 on the site of the former wading pool. It is positioned near the ice rink area and is designed as a simple, family-friendly summer cool-down stop for local kids and visitors. Families can pair water play with the larger park setting, which adds mature trees and room to linger beyond a quick splash stop.

Atlas Perspective

Splash Pad Atlas Notes

Age FitBest for mixed ages with strongest appeal for toddlers, preschoolers, and younger big kids.
Noise LevelModerate
Visit StyleShort repeat local outing
Energy LevelModerate
Parent ComfortBetter when paired with a broader park visit

Accessibility & Comfort

Wheelchair accessible

Gallery

Close view of Aurora Splash Pad spray features.
Official city image showing the splash pad play area at Pine Grove Park.
Aurora Splash Pad in Pine Grove Park.
The splash pad is one of Pine Grove Park's main summer attractions.
Another official view of Aurora Splash Pad.
Aurora's splash pad is free to use during summer daily operating hours.

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Quick Summary

Best for

Best for mixed ages with strongest appeal for toddlers, preschoolers, and younger big kids.

Hours

Official city pages list summer daily hours, with seasonal variability.

Parking

Parking available

Visit style

Short repeat local outing

Contact Information

Address

Pine Grove Park

483 W 3rd Ave N

Aurora, MN, 55705

Location
MinnesotaIron RangeAurora, MN
Source & Verification

Last updated

April 18, 2026

Verification summary

Last verified: April 10, 2026

Checked against 2 public sources.

Reviewed as

Municipal source review

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