Fixed locationSplash Pads and Spray Parks

Melio Gaspari Splash Park

Name: Melio Gaspari Splash Park
Address: 7100 Pyramid Way, Reno, NV, US
Telephone: (775) 424-1865

Spanish Springs, Reno, NV

Horse-themed seasonal splash park at Lazy 5 Regional Park with multiple sprayers, bucket features, and reservable covered pavilions.

Plan This Visit

Best for

Best for toddlers through big kids

Hours

Generally 10:00-17:30.

Visit style

Destination-style splash outing

Birthday parties

Available

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

A standout public splash-park choice in the region if you want more variety and party potential than a basic free pad.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For

Dedicated summer splash outings
Birthday meetups
Kids who like bucket features and themed sprayers
Families using nearby Lazy 5 park amenities

Less Ideal For

Families only seeking free admission
Visitors who need highly detailed accessibility data in advance

At a Glance

Venue type

Spray park

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Water features

Ground spraysTipping bucketSplash structure

Family amenities

PavilionsConcessions

Nearby park amenities

Pavilion rentals

Cost

Paid

Shade level

Partly shaded

Bathroom access

Short walk away

Fencing

Partially fenced

Visit options

Drop-in visitsBirthday partiesReservation required

Season model

Memorial Day to Labor Day

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Part of a larger park

Yes

Verified only

Yes

Operator type

County parks department

Hours vary with season or weather

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Monday10:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Tuesday10:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Wednesday10:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Thursday10:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Friday10:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Saturday10:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Sunday10:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Amenities

Packaged snacks, drinks, and ice creamTwo covered party pavilionsStaffed operations

Hours SummaryGenerally 10:00-17:30.

Rules

No cotton clothing, cutoff shorts, or athletic wear in the water.No tents, pets, music, BBQ grills, or portable amusement structures.No glass or alcohol.

Season WindowOpen seasonally from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, with daily operation during Washoe County School District summer break and weekends before and after.

Weather NotesMay close for lightning, red-zone air quality or higher, biohazards, or maintenance issues.

What To Bring

SwimsuitsSwim diapers if neededTowelsUmbrella without spike

Pricing Snapshot

Admission$4 per person

Free AgesChildren 2 and under are free

Party Pavilions$85 each for 2.5 hours plus per-person admission

Senior AdmissionSeniors 62+ are free

About the Venue

Melio Gaspari Splash Park is a seasonal Washoe County splash park located within Lazy 5 Regional Park in Spanish Springs. The official park page highlights multiple sprayers, bucket features, and a horse-themed setting that gives it more destination appeal than a basic park spray pad. Families looking for staffed summer splash play, predictable admission, and birthday-meetup potential will find it one of the strongest public options in the area.

Atlas Perspective

Indoor Play Atlas Notes

Age FitBest for toddlers through big kids

Booking FrictionLow for drop-in; moderate for pavilion reservations

Energy LevelHigh

Noise LevelHigh

Parent ComfortGood because the site is staffed and has covered pavilions

Visit StyleDestination-style splash outing

Birthday Party Snapshot

Packages

Details

One pavilion for 2.5 hours, plus per-person admission; capacity 32.

Price

$85

Pavilions

CactusSunflower

Reservation Windows

11:30 14:0014:30 17:00

SummaryA strong public-park birthday option if you want shade and predictable reservation blocks.

Accessibility & Comfort

Considerations

Open-format splash area can be easier for caregiver supervision than compact enclosed venues.Families needing exact deck, route, and restroom accessibility details should verify directly with Washoe County.