🌿 A ripper spot to cool down and let the ankle-biters have a blast, mate!

Water Park Gladstone Central - Family Splash and Playground Fun - Main park image showing the beautiful facilities and surroundings

Water Park at Reserve James Cook Park in Gladstone Central offers a small but well-loved water playground perfect for families looking to beat the heat. Kids can splash around and run wild while parents relax in shaded seating nearby. The park also features a traditional playground and convenient free parking with toilets close by, making it a hassle-free spot for an arvo outing. While the water play area is compact and has limited shade, it’s a fun, clean, and safe place for kids to burn off energy and cool down on hot Queensland days.

📍 Park Information

📍 Address	Reserve James Cook Park, 31 Flinders Parade, Gladstone Central QLD 4680, Australia
⭐ Rating	4.8/5 (8 reviews)
🏙️ City	31 Flinders Parade
🗺️ Coordinates	Google Map Link
🏗️ Facilities	playground playground shaded public toilets parking bubbler

🕐 Opening Hours

Opening hours information is not available. Many national and state parks are open 24/7, but visitor centers
and facilities may have specific hours.

⭐ What Makes This Park Special

Family Playground Fun ✅

This water park is a beaut spot for the ankle-biters to have a ball. The water playground, though small, is plenty of fun for the kids to splash around and cool off on those scorchers. Plus, it’s right next to a regular playground, so there’s double the fun for the little ones. Parents can kick back in the shaded seating nearby while keeping an eye on the young ones running wild. It’s a safe, clean, and well-maintained space that’s perfect for families wanting to let the kids burn off some energy.

Beautiful Views That'll Take Your Breath Away 🌅

Set in Reserve James Cook Park, the water playground is surrounded by pleasant parkland that makes for a nice spot to relax and enjoy the outdoors. While the water play area itself is small and has limited shade, the overall parkland provides a green, open space that’s great for a quick breather or a leisurely stroll. It’s a peaceful spot to enjoy a sunny arvo with the family, with plenty of seating to soak in the fresh air and watch the kids have a ripper time.

Easy Access & Amenities for Families 🚗

One of the best things about this Water Park is the convenience factor. There’s free parking close by, which makes popping in for a quick splash hassle-free. Toilet facilities are right next to the water playground, so you don’t have to trek far with the little ones. Plus, there are bubblers around to keep everyone hydrated. The shaded seating areas for parents are a top bonus, offering a comfy spot to relax while the kids play. It’s a well-thought-out spot for families looking for a fuss-free arvo out.

💬 What Visitors Are Saying

NICE AND COOL AND READY FOR USE. Plenty to do here at this small but sufficient water fun park for the kiddies.
My kids enjoyed running around the water playground. There's lots of seating for parents in the shade.
It is also next to the normal playground.
Free parking close by. There are toilet facilities next to it.
It's quite small and not much shade in all parts, but good to cool off on a hot day.
Was a very nice park land to visit on our way home south, for the kids to get some energy out of there system
Such a great space.