Jackson Metro
Water Fun
Yogi on the Lake, Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park - Pelahatchie
Amenities: Splash Pad, Pool, Beach, Fishing, Basketball, Tennis Court, Ball Pit, Playground, Jumping Pillow, Mini Golf, Cabins
Hours: The Hours of Operation above are seasonal and will change depending on the time of year you visit. You should always call before your arrival at the park to make sure the hours are correct, especially for outdoor attractions such as the water slides which can close due to inclement weather without notice.
Monday – Sunday
9:00am – 5:00pm
Address: 143 Campground Rd., Pelahatchie, MS 39145
Phone: 601-878-1049
photos by Kid-Friendly Mississippi
SHILOH SPLASH PARK - Brandon
Shiloh Splash Park is a zero depth spray park featuring a 50 gallon dump bucket, a mushroom, spray rings, ground geysers, butterfly falls, palm trees, water cannons and the froggy slide located at Shiloh Park on Shiloh Road.
-Cash and credit cards accepted (visa, MC) -3% convenience fee for credit card usage. Alcohol and any form of smoking products are prohibited. Proper swimwear is required, no exceptions. Patrons entering the water must take a rinsing shower at the shower heads prior to entering the water. Outside food, drinks, & coolers are prohibited. Bags are subject to search. Snack and drink vending machines will be available. Children in diapers are required to wear swim diapers, no exceptions. Outside toys are prohibited.
Admission: $5
Hours: Open to the public May 29, 2021
Monday-Friday: 10AM - 5PM
Saturday: 10AM - 6PM
Sunday: 1PM - 6PM
Monday - Friday: 10am - 5pm
Saturday: 10am - 6pm
Sunday: 1pm - 6pm
Address: 324 Shiloh Rd Brandon, MS 39042
Phone: (601) 825-3047
photo by Kid-Friendly Mississippi
Crossgates Pool - Brandon
“Crossgates Swim and Recreation Club offers seasonal swimming and year round tennis to it's loyal members. The club offers wonderful amenities such as highly skilled, full time life guards; an awarding winning swim team with some of the area's finest coaches; four full sized, lighted tennis courts; a fully stocked concession stand; and a large pavilion that is available to rent for your next party!
Once you are a member, you will enjoy staying cool in our "Z" shaped swimming pool that features a shallow end (3ft) and deep end (12ft). The diving board is hard to resist!
Many members, especially moms who have a house full of kids in the summer, simply LOVE the fact that children eight and older are allowed to stay at the pool without parental supervision until 6:00pm daily! After your swimmer has passed the swim test and a parent has filled out the waiver and emergency contact form, you'll be set!”
Amenities:
Z-shaped swimming pool with shallow end (3ft) and deep end (12ft)
Diving Board in the 12 ft
Certified Life Guards
Private use of the Pavillion with ample table and chairs (reservable online)
Friday night movies at the pool!
Ping Pong, Basket Ball and other games available
Concession stand (members can pre-pay online)
Use of grill (must bring all of your own supplies)
Drop-off times for children 8 and older
What better way to meet your neighbors than the neighborhood watering hole!
Admission: One Year Family Pool Membership - For returning members - $350.00
Hours: Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: 10:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday: 10:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday: 10:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday: 10:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday: 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Address: 113 Woodgate Drive Brandon, MS 39042
Phone: (769) 241-5777
photo courtesy of Crossgates Pool
Splash Pad at the Mississippi Museum of Art
Address: 380 S Lamar St, Jackson, MS 39201
Phone: (601) 960-1515
photo by Kid-Friendly Mississippi
Splash pad at The Mississippi Children’s Museum - Jackson
Admission: Free
Hours: OPENING MAY 15TH
Monday–Saturday: 9AM–5PM
Sunday: 1PM–5PM
Address: 2145 Museum Boulevard, Jackson, MS 39202
Phone: (601) 981-5469
photo courtesy of Mississippi Children’s Museum
Splash Pad at The Jackson Zoo - Jackson
(KFM’s note: It’s no secret that The Jackson Zoo has fallen on hard times. The quality of the zoo has gone downhill significantly. The surrounding neighborhood and roads leading to the zoo can be dangerous. Be cautious!)
Address: 2918 West Capitol Street, Jackson MS 39209
Phone: 601-352-2580
photo courtesy of the Jackson Zoo