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Beat the Heat: Swim, Splash, and Cool Off in Louisville Central

Need to cool off on a hot day in Louisville? Here's where to go!

By Laura Valentine June 15, 2025

Looking for the perfect spot in Louisville Central to help your kids beat the heat? If you're unsure where to go, we've got you covered! Check out our comprehensive list of pools, splash pads, and creeks around Louisville Central, all ideal for cooling off on those scorching summer days.

We advise always checking with the venue when possible before heading out, as hours and availability can change due to various factors, ranging from weather to staffing issues.


Check out how to Beat the Heat in Louisville SW here!


Pools in Louisville Central

Elks Lodge #8

  • Address: 2824 Klondike Ln, Louisville KY 40218
  • Admission: $20 for Adults, $11 for children 7-18, $6 for children 3-6, and children under 3 are FREE.
  • Hours: Closed Mondays. Open 9am-6pm Tuesday-Sunday

(Coming Soon!) Camp Taylor Pool 

  • Address: 4201 Lee Ave, Louisville, KY 40213
  • Admission: $2 for Children 0-12, $3 for Children 13-Adults
  • Hours: TBD



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Modern Splash pads in Louisville Central

Adventure Playground & Splash Park

  • Location: 1101 River Rd., Louisville 40206
  • Open 11:00am-8:00pm

Farnsley Park 

  • Location: 3100 Wedgewood Way, Louisville 40218

Petersburg Park 

  • Location: 5008 Indian Trail, Louisville 40218

Cliffside Sprayground -Broad Run Park

  • Location: 10700 Broad Run Pkwy, Louisville 40291

Traditional Splashpads in Louisville Central

George Rogers Clark Park 

  • Location: 5008 Indian Trail, Louisville 40218

Tyler Park 

  • Location: 1501 Castlewood Ave., Louisville 40204



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Creeks Where You Can Splash in Louisville Central

Big Rock at Cherokee Park

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Water Parks in Louisville Central

Hurricane Bay at Kentucky Kingdom

  • Location: 937 Phillips Ln, Louisville KY 40209
  • Admission: Included in Kentucky Kingdom admission
  • Hours: 11:00am-6:00pm