Splash Pad #2 - Princeton, Minn.

Summer is about splashing, and in early July we visited a local splash park. After going out of our way a bit by heading south to Isanti and then west to Princeton to avoid the Highway 95 detour, we made it. I have to tell ya, finding the splash park isn’t easy. Go past McDonald’s and the hospital, and follow the road as it makes a sharp turn and takes you back the way you just came. Then turn into Mark Park at 11th Avenue South and Fifth Street South. Now, you’ll think you’ve arrived at a ballfield complex. Keep driving through the parking lot and you’ll reach a few buildings. It’s to the left of that. Confusing, yes.

But after you’ve made it, you’ll be glad you discovered this jewel of a splash park. Spacious with a number of umbrella-covered picnic tables, it’s a great spot to spend an afternoon or entire day. The cost per day is $4; got a bigger family? It’s $15 for all of you. The splash park is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Memorial Day to Aug. 15 and from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. from Aug. 16 to Labor Day, weather permitting. Snacks (chocolate bars and chips) are sold by the same teenager who reminds kids to walk and stay out of the pump area.

We were at the splash park on a hot and humid day, the kind where you just want to sit and be still. The splash park was so refreshing. We’ll be back.

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