Splash pads in Lakewood, Ohio

Lakewood Park is the west side's living room in summer and the splash pad sits at the heart of it, with Lake Erie views from the bluff making it the most scenic spray zone in the Cleveland metro. Ground sprays are sized for toddlers, the playground is a destination, and the bandshell hosts free concerts most summer Fridays. Free parking, clean restrooms, beach access just down the steps. Best at sunset when the lake breeze kicks in. Parent gotcha: the cliff fence is sturdy but the views are tempting — keep little ones close. Walk to Around the Corner after. Pure Lakewood.