Best Waterparks in Pittsburgh, PA
Looking for waterparks in Pittsburgh? Below you'll find 10 local options with their address, phone number, website and opening hours, plus practical advice on choosing the right one.
What they do: Indoor and outdoor waterparks with slides, wave pools and lazy rivers. Indoor parks are open all year.
This guide lists 10 waterparks in and around Pittsburgh, spread across 5 ZIP codes. 9 have a phone number you can call directly from this page, 9 link to their own website, 7 are open on weekends. Listings are organized so you can compare them at a glance and contact them directly.
Top 10 Waterparks in Pittsburgh
Listings are shown in no paid order: no business can pay to appear or to rank higher on this page.
1 Mellon Spray Park
- Address 6601 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
- Phone (412) 323-7928
- Website pittsburghpa.gov
Opening hours
| Mon | 10 AM-8 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Wed | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Thu | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Fri | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Sat | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Sun | 10 AM-8 PM |
2 Dragon’s Den water slide
- Address 1000 Sandcastle Dr, West Homestead, PA 15120
- Phone (412) 462-6666
- Website sandcastlewaterpark.com
3 Tad Pool
- Address 1 Sandcastle Dr, West Homestead, PA 15120
- Phone (412) 462-6666
- Website sandcastlewaterpark.com
Opening hours
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 7 AM-7 PM |
| Wed | 7 AM-7 PM |
| Thu | 7 AM-7 PM |
| Fri | Closed |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | Closed |
4 Troy Hill Spray Park
- Address Cowley - Goettman Park, 1200 Goettmann St, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
- Phone (412) 323-7928
- Website pittsburghpa.gov
Opening hours
| Mon | 10 AM-8 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Wed | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Thu | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Fri | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Sat | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Sun | 10 AM-8 PM |
5 Thomas Town at Kennywood Park
- Address 4800 Kennywood Blvd, West Mifflin, PA 15122
- Phone (412) 461-0500
- Website kennywood.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 10 AM-8 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Wed | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Thu | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Fri | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Sat | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Sun | 10 AM-8 PM |
6 Paulson Spray Park
- Address 1300 Paulson Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
- Phone (412) 665-3627
- Website pittsburghpa.gov
Opening hours
| Mon | 8 AM-12 AM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 8 AM-12 AM |
| Wed | 8 AM-12 AM |
| Thu | 8 AM-12 AM |
| Fri | 8 AM-12 AM |
| Sat | 7 AM-11 PM |
| Sun | 7 AM-11 PM |
7 Water Steps
- Address Three Rivers Heritage Trl, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Opening hours
| Mon | 10 AM-8 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Wed | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Thu | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Fri | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Sat | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Sun | 10 AM-8 PM |
8 Beechview Spray Park
- Address Orangewood Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15216
- Phone (412) 323-7928
- Website pittsburghpa.gov
Opening hours
| Mon | Open 24 hours |
|---|---|
| Tue | Open 24 hours |
| Wed | Open 24 hours |
| Thu | Open 24 hours |
| Fri | Open 24 hours |
| Sat | Open 24 hours |
| Sun | Open 24 hours |
9 Thomas Town at Kennywood Park
- Address 4800 Kennywood Blvd, West Mifflin, PA 15122
- Phone (412) 461-0500
- Website kennywood.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 10 AM-8 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Wed | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Thu | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Fri | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Sat | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Sun | 10 AM-8 PM |
10 Sandcastle Water Park
- Address 1000 Sandcastle Dr, West Homestead, PA 15120
- Phone (412) 462-6666
- Website sandcastlewaterpark.com
How to choose waterparks in Pittsburgh
- Check seasonal hours, since many attractions change their schedule in winter.
- Look for discount days, family passes and membership options.
- Check parking and accessibility before you go.
- Pack for the weather. Pennsylvania weather changes quickly, especially in spring and fall.
- For state parks, check the DCNR website for alerts, closures and reservations.
Local tips for Pittsburgh
Allegheny County's Health Department licenses plumbers throughout the county and inspects restaurants, and the City of Pittsburgh's Department of Permits, Licenses and Inspections handles building permits and contractor licensing inside city limits.
Because of the rivers and hills, a business that looks close on a map can be a long drive away. Check which side of the river it's on and whether a bridge or tunnel stands in the way, especially at rush hour.
Pittsburgh is in Allegheny County, and local phone numbers use the 412 and 878 area codes. Popular areas include Downtown, Strip District, Lawrenceville, Shadyside, Squirrel Hill, Oakland, South Side, North Shore.
Frequently asked questions
Which waterparks in Pittsburgh are open on weekends?
According to their listed hours, these are open on Saturday or Sunday: Mellon Spray Park, Troy Hill Spray Park, Thomas Town at Kennywood Park, Paulson Spray Park, Water Steps, Beechview Spray Park. Hours can change on holidays, so call before you go.
Which areas of Pittsburgh do these waterparks cover?
The waterparks on this list are located in ZIP codes 15120, 15122, 15206, 15212, 15216. Many businesses also serve nearby neighborhoods and suburbs, so ask when you call.
Are Pennsylvania state parks free?
Yes. Pennsylvania state parks don't charge an entrance fee, although camping, cabins, some pools and special activities have fees.
What are the best times to visit attractions in Pittsburgh?
Weekday mornings are usually the quietest. Summer weekends and school holidays are the busiest.
Where can I find trails near Pittsburgh?
Use the DCNR's ExplorePAtrails.com and local park websites to find trails by length, difficulty and activity.
More outdoors & attractions guides in Pittsburgh
Information is collected from public sources and may change. Please confirm hours, prices and availability directly with each business. Business owner? Ask us to update your listing.