Minot Monday is made possible through a partnership with BeLOCAL Minot. Today I’m sharing about the two splash pads in Minot. For more on our parks see BeLOCAL’s listings here or my recommendations for great walks in Minot, here.
Summer means splash pad season. And yes, it does get warm enough here to enjoy a splash pad. It’s not always winter, you know. Anyway. There are two great splash pads in Minot. We enjoy them both–and they are both always nice and clean. Today, for Minot Monday I’ll be giving you a little comparison between the two. As a mom this kind of information is helpful to me–and I hope it’s helpful to you too.
Oak Park Splash Pad
Most people know about the Oak Park Splash Pad. There’s a good reason for that. It’s pretty awesome. This splash pad features some big water features. It’s got the classic “mushroom” with water flowing over the top. Some big fountains that squirt up from the ground. And overall, it’s very wet and fun.
Because the water features are mostly large, this is a great splash pad for older kids. (But my 2 year old also enjoys it!) Since it’s well known and centrally located, this splash pad can get pretty busy, and is consistently busy through the summer. However, even on crowded days, I have found that there is enough space, that kids are kind, and parents are watchful. Overall, we’ve never had a negative experience.
As a parent, don’t expect to be able to help a little one through the fountains without getting pretty soaked yourself!
Perks of going to Oak Park.
- Lots of water
- A picnic shelter close by
- Lots of benches for parents
- A large playground (several playgrounds) nearby
- Walking and biking trails in the park for additional fun
- Restrooms attached to the splash pad
Radio City Splash Pad
Radio City Park is somewhat hidden away in a neighborhood on the south side of town. Of the two splash pads in Minot, Radio City is tamer and geared toward smaller children or kids who may be timid around water. The water features are smaller and release less water.
This has been our favorite splash pad since we moved back to Minot last summer. Like I said, the features are smaller and gentler, perfect for a toddler splasher. Also, it’s generally less crowded and the water features are a little more spread out, so it feels more spacious. There aren’t as many benches nearby, but there is plenty of space for parents to sit on the sidelines and a picnic shelter nearby.
As a parent, I enjoy Radio City’s splash pad because I can “play” in the fountains without getting totally soaked. They are easy to walk around and through while still remaining pretty dry.
Pro Tip: A friend recently told me this is her favorite pre-bedtime activity for her preschooler because it typically clears out around 5pm!
Perks of going to Radio City
- Tamer water features, perfect for younger kids
- Typically less crowded
- Playgrounds nearby–one especially good for young kids
- Few trees around the splash pad, so it’s very sunny
- Picnic shelter near by
- Restroom attached to the splash pad
Enjoy the Splash Pads in Minot
Check out both splash pads in Minot and pick your favorite. No matter which one you like best, the splash pads here are a great way to cool off and let littles run off their summer energy. For more on Minot Parks, visit the parks website or check out these recommendations from BeLCOAL. Happy Monday, everyone!
