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Grand Junction's Splash Pads and Pools You Need to See

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Grand Junction’s Best Pools and Splash Pads for Summer When the summer heat arrives in the Grand Valley, Western Colorado residents are thankful for our pools and splash pads. Options include pools with water slides, pools with lazy rivers, and even a free splash pad along the Colorado River. Looking for pools and splash pads in Grand Junction? From Grand Junction to Fruita, we've rounded up the top spots families can swim, splash, and cool off all season long. LOOK: Beat the Heat at These Grand Valley Pools and Splash Pads Gallery Credit: Wesley Adams Mesa County's Best Ways to Beat the Summer Heat Read More: Grand Junction Families: Pool Hours You Need This Summer Mesa County pools offer something for every age group, whether it's lap swimming at Lincoln Park-Moyer Pool, floating the lazy river at Fruita Community Center, or letting younger kids run through the free splash pad at Dos Rios Park. These summer hot-spots provide affordable alternatives to spending the day at a reservoir or traveling outside the Grand Valley. Mesa County Pools and Splash Pads at a Glance Pool dollars seem to go farthest at the Fruita Community Center’s indoor and outdoor pools. Families will find slides, a diving board, and a lazy river for a full day of fun. If traditional outdoor swimming is more your style, head to the Lincoln Park-Moyer Pool. Families with little ones enjoy the free fun at Dos Rios Splash Pad, which operates daily from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. What Should Families Bring to Mesa County Pools & Splash Pads? Read More: Colorado's Reopened Hike to Hanging Lake: What You Need to Know Western Colorado's high desert climate makes sunscreen, water bottles, hats, and towels all must-haves for a day at the splash pad. Water shoes can help protect feet from hot surfaces, while a small shade canopy can make longer visits more comfortable during peak afternoon heat. LOOK: 10 Places To Stay Cool This Summer in Grand Junction Gallery Credit: Wesley Adams MORE: Colorado's Fun Backcountry Swimming Holes & Hot Springs Gallery Credit: Wesley Adams