One of the best ways to soak up the summer months is a long, leisurely afternoon at the pool! If you are looking for a bit of a bigger adventure without heading down to Wisconsin Dells, Pollock Community Water Park has you covered right here at home in Oshkosh.
A miniature “Noah’s Ark,” this water park boasts 2 winding water slides (one with a tube, one without), a lazy river with waterfalls and water buckets to get wet, a zero-entry 16,500-square-foot swimming pool, basketball hoops, 3,500-square-foot water playground splash zone (splash pad), sand play area, 1-meter diving board, and concession stands.
Depending on how many kids you have (and their ages and temperaments), it might be a two-person job keeping a watchful eye. However, if you have an older crew, you might want to bring them on down for an all-day adventure while you soak up the rays on a lounge chair reading a book.
Frequently Asked Questions – Things to Know Before you Go
- Are life jackets allowed?
Only U.S Coast Guard approved lifejackets, plastic masks, fins and kickboards are allowed. Water wings, inner tubes, noodles and swimsuits with built-in floatation devices are NOT allowed. - Are carry-ins allowed?
No carry-ins are allowed, including coolers, glass, plastic or aluminum containers - Are swim diapers required?
No regular, cloth or disposable diapers are allowed within the water park. All children that wear diapers or are not toilet trained shall wear a swim diaper. A swimsuit shall cover the diaper. Swim diapers can be purchased at the admissions window. Diaper changing on the pool deck is prohibited - Special rules for swimmers under 6 years old?
Children age six (6) and under need to be within eyesight and supervised by someone 16 years old or older at all times. At the entry of the water park, both will receive a special colored wristband. - What are the height requirements for the waterslide?
Single riders must be at least 48 inches tall. Double riding is allowed for riders under 48 inches with a 16-year-old or older who is 48 inches tall. The water depth by the slides is 3ft, 6 inches deep.
Hours & Admission
Season passes are a great option for families to save money! A family pass is available to all family members who reside at the same address, and who use the household as their permanent address. The initial pass includes 4 family members. Additional members are extra. Save even more by purchasing the season pass before June 11, 2022.
- Opening Day: June 7, 2023
- Closing Day: August 18, 2023
- Daily Admission Rates (Cash or credit card accepted)
- 2 years & under
- Before 5 pm: FREE
- After 5 pm Child: FREE
- Youth (3 years – 17 yrs)
- Before 5 pm: $4.50
- After 5 pm: $3
- Adults (18 – 59 years old)
- Before 5 pm: $5.50
- After 5 pm: $4
- Seniors (60 years and older)
- Before 5 pm: $3.50
- After 5 pm: $2
- 2 years & under
- Daily Schedule:
- 10: 30 am – 12:00 pm – Lap swim, lazy river walking, tot time (for children 5 and under)
- 11:30 – 12 pm – CLOSED
- 12 – 7 pm – Open Swim
2023 Special Events
These special days at the pool may include themed games, concession specials, live music or DJ, karaoke and more! Annual Ducky Days is a local favorite with chuck-a-duck and lazy river duck racing.
- Military Mondays: FREE admission with a valid military ID on Mondays June 12 – August 14, 2023
- Aqua Fiesta – June 15, 2023: 1 – 4 pm
- Disco Daze – June 29, 2023: 1 – 4 pm
- Pirate Ship Shake-Up – July 13, 2023: 1 – 4 pm
- Annual Ducky Days – July 27, 2023: 1 – 4 pm
- Jungle Party – August 3, 2023: 1 – 4 pm
- Season Pass Appreciation Night – August 12, 2023: 4:30 – 7 pm (Season Pass holders only)
Pollock Community Water Park
- Pollock Community Water Park, 1550 Taft Avenue, Oshkosh, WI
Other Fun Summer Things to Do in Oshkosh
- Menominee Park
- Oshkosh Trails
- Oshkosh Public Library
- Paine Art Center & Gardens
- Parks & Playgrounds
- Leon’s Frozen Custard
- Ardy & Ed’s Drive-In
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