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Places to Swim, Splash and Cool Off in Gulfport and Surrounding Areas

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

By Ariel Chamberlain, Macaroni KID Gulfport-Biloxi April 26, 2023

It's HOT OUTSIDE and if you're like me, we NEED a place to cool off and relax with the kids! Here is a list of splash pads and pools in Gulfport, Biloxi, and surrounding areas that you can enjoy with your family & friends all summer long!

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


Gulf Islands Waterpark

17200 16th Street Gulfport, MS 39503


What to expect: Gulf Islands Waterpark features wild rides, miles of slides and cool summer fun for all ages.

Dates and hours: Beginning May 13th, Open 10am until 6pm, Sundays 10am - 5pm

Admission Price: At the gate ticket prices are $46.99 for 42” and taller and $29.99 for under 42”. Buy your tickets early to save money!! 

The Salvation Army Kroc Center

575 Division St. Biloxi, MS 39530


What to expect: Non-members can visit the Aquatics Center by purchasing a guest pass for a two hour session. Two year olds & younger are free but must wear a swim diaper and a plastic waterproof cover over the diaper. Additional sessions (if available) may be purchased to extend your time. 

Dates and hours: Dates and times vary, please click here for availability. 

Admission Price: The price is $10 per person for each 2 hour session (no spectators, every person attending must purchase a pass to enter the facility).


Buccaneer State Park

1150 South Beach Boulevard, Waveland, MS 39576


What to expect: Buccaneer State Park offers Buccaneer Bay, a 4.5 acre waterpark,  Pirate's Alley Nature Trail, Playground, Jackson's Ridge Disc Golf, Activity Building, Camp-store and Castaway Cove pool. 

Dates and hours: Dates and times vary, please click here for availability. 

Admission Price: 48" & taller $19, under 48" tall $9

Biloxi Parks & Recreation Splash Pads

Point Cadet Plaza & Splash Pad

121 Cadet Street 

Biloxi, MS 39530


The plaza features a splash pad and playground equipment. Open daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.


Hiller Park

380 Hiller Drive
Biloxi MS, 39530


Hiller Park offers splash pad open during warm months 9am to 8pm, benches, basketball courts, disc golf course, Pixie Memorial dog park, grills, Kayak launch, pavilions for rent, picnic tables, playground, restrooms, soccer fields, softball fields, tennis courts, volleyball courts, walking tracking, and water fountains. Open daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.


Woolmarket Splash Pad

16320 Old Woolmarket Road 

Biloxi, MS 39532

(228) 392-5410


The Woolmarket Splash Pad features fiber optic lights that glow at night in different colors, water guns, sprinklers, and buckets for lots of water fun. 


Popps Ferry Recreational Area Splash Pad

2141 Popps Ferry Road
Biloxi MS, 39532


Open daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.


Gulfport Parks & Recreation Splash Pads

Jones Park Splash Pad 

2250 Jones Park Drive

Gulfport, MS 39501


Jones Park Splash Pad is a zero-depth aquatic solution that is comprised of a tropical theme and combines the sensations of different water movements. Water is flowing, misting, and jetting. The Jones Park Splash Pad provides fun for all ages. Best of all it's right near the beach!


West Side Park Splash Pad

4010 West Beach Blvd.

Gulfport, MS 39501       


The 3,000 square foot splash pad offers a pirate-ship play structure with water bucket drops; several palm trees, numerous water rings for children to walk through, a whale’s tail, as well as several toddler sprays! 


19th Street Park 

3319 19th Street

Gulfport, MS


The park features a Playground Module, Splash pad, Baseball Field, Basketball Court, and a Pavilion.


East North Gulfport Park 

8240 Florida Avenue

Gulfport, MS 


Enjoy the playground, Splashpad, Basketball Courts, Walking Track, Pavilion (2), and even grills for your cookout.


Francis X. Collins Park 

2204 Swetman Blvd.

Gulfport, MS 


Playground Module, Walking Track, Swimming Pool, Pavilion, Pond


Magnolia Grove Park (Katie Booth)

501 26th Street

Gulfport, MS 


Playground Module, Splash pad, Basketball Court, Pavilion


Diberville Parks & Recreation Splash Pads

Rudy Moran Park 

3100 Georgette Lane

Diberville, MS 39540


Ocean Springs Parks & Recreation Splash Pads

Clay Boyd Spray Park

214 Morris Noble Road

Ocean Springs, MS 39564


Fort Maurepas Park & Splash Pad

499 Front Beach Drive

Ocean Springs, MS 39564


If you see a location missing please let us know, and we'll add it! Email us at mackidgulfport@macaronikid.com.