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Children playing at the T. Denny Sanford Splash Pad at Jacobson Plaza in Sioux Falls.
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T. Denny Sanford Splash Pad

Jacobson Plaza at Falls Park, Sioux Falls, SD

Large free splash pad at Jacobson Plaza with a wide mix of spray features, inclusive play context, and downtown Sioux Falls access.
Plan This Visit

Best for

Toddlers through big kids

Hours

Daily summer hours listed as 11:00 to 20:00

Parking

Parking available

Visit style

Destination splash outing

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

Best for families who want a bigger, more destination-style splash stop than a basic neighborhood spray pad.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For
  • Mixed-age sibling groups
  • Pairing splash play with a playground outing
  • Downtown Sioux Falls day trips
  • Free warm-weather outings
Less Ideal For
  • Families wanting a quiet fenced-in setting
  • Visitors seeking full shade over most of the play area
  • Families wanting staffed supervision

At a Glance

Venue type

Splash pad

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Water features

Ground sprays

Family amenities

Free parking

Nearby park amenities

Playground

Cost

Free

Shade level

Little shade

Bathroom access

Short walk away

Fencing

Open access

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

Monday11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Rules
Pets are not allowed on the splash padFootwear is recommended because surfaces may be hotDo not use the spray park if sick with diarrhea in the prior two weeks
SupervisionCaregiver supervision expected
What To Bring
TowelsFootwear or water shoesSunscreenDry clothes
Hours SummaryDaily summer hours listed as 11:00 to 20:00
Nearby Amenities
Accessible playgroundJacobson Plaza attractionsFalls Park access
Temperature PolicyMay close when air temperature is below 70 degrees

Pricing Snapshot

ValueHigh-value destination because the splash pad is free and paired with larger park amenities
ParkingArea parking varies by Jacobson Plaza and Falls Park access points
AdmissionFree

About the Venue

T. Denny Sanford Splash Pad is the largest splash pad in Sioux Falls and sits within Jacobson Plaza near Falls Park. Families get a modern free spray-play area with a variety of water features, plus the bonus of an accessible playground and other plaza amenities that can turn a short splash stop into a bigger outing. It works especially well for mixed ages because the play area is designed as a broad, open destination rather than a tiny neighborhood pad.

Atlas Perspective

Splash Pad Atlas Notes

Age FitToddlers through big kids
Noise LevelModerate to high
Visit StyleDestination splash outing
Energy LevelHigh
Parent ComfortGood for families who like pairing water play with other attractions
Shade CoverageLimited shade certainty on the pad itself

Accessibility & Comfort

NotesOfficial page lists the splash pad as accessible and part of a larger inclusive plaza environment.
Known Features
AccessibleAccessible playground nearby
Wheelchair accessible

Gallery

Kids running through spray features at T. Denny Sanford Splash Pad.
Open splash play with room for bigger-kid energy.
Family enjoying water play at the Sioux Falls splash pad.
A destination-style splash pad in Jacobson Plaza.
Children splashing in the water at T. Denny Sanford Splash Pad.
Free downtown water play during the summer season.

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Quick Summary

Best for

Toddlers through big kids

Hours

Daily summer hours listed as 11:00 to 20:00

Parking

Parking available

Visit style

Destination splash outing

Contact Information

Address

810 N Phillips Ave

Sioux Falls, SD, 57104

Location
South DakotaSioux Falls MetroSioux Falls, SD
Source & Verification

Last updated

April 18, 2026

Verification summary

Last verified: April 10, 2026

Checked against 2 public sources.

Reviewed as

Municipal source review

What Changed

April 10, 2026

Created listing from official City of Sioux Falls and Explore The Falls pages.

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