Kid friendly businesses, organizations and services in the Des Moines area.
Whether you live in Ankeny, Altoona, Clive, Des Moines, Grimes, Indianola, Johnston, Urbandale, Waukee, Windsor Heights, West Des Moines or beyond, find the local resources your family needs in in the dsm4kids Directory!
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Our facility offers a wide variety of summer programs consisting of lap swim, water aerobics, swim lessons,special events and more!
The aquatic center features lazy river. Full sized pool that boasts a drop slide, two water slides, basketball hoops, and a 1-meter spring board. The aquatic center also has a zero depth entry pool, spray features, a large play structure and a children's slide.
2015 Anticipated Hours*
Monday - Friday
11:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday
11:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
*Anticipated opening day is Saturday, May 23 for Memorial Day weekend.
The centerpiece of this beautiful park on the southside of Des Moines is its 172-acre lake. Five picnic shelters and three children's playgrounds overlook the lake. A boat ramp provides access for anglers trying to catch the walleye, bass, and catfish stocked by the Conservation Board into the lake every year. During the summer, a swimming beach provide another wonderful way to enjoy the lake.
Adult
Lap Swim/Water Walk
Mon/Wed/Fri/Sat 12:00-12:50 pm
18 & up.
$2/day or free w/season pass
Tot Splash Time
Mon/Wed/Fri/Sat
10:30 - 11:50 am
(6 & under with adult)
$2/person including adults
One adult 16 or older per 1-2 children. Ages 7-15 will not be admitted. Season Pass does not apply to this program.
