Here are 8 summer splash pads, fountains and pools to visit this weekend amid triple-digit heat

Angelaydet Rocha, The Record
Updated ·3 min read

Triple-digit temperatures are in full swing this weekend in San Joaquin County and much across California.

With daytime highs above 100 degrees forecast through Sunday, you may want to stay cool indoors but if you decide to go out and cool off in the water here is where to go and how to stay safe.

But, remember, even though summer is here, so is danger.

"MAJOR Heat Risk is expected to impact the Valley and foothills this weekend. This heat will be DANGEROUS to anyone without cooling & hydration," the National Weather Service in Sacramento stated via Twitter. "If you MUST go outside, remember to take frequent breaks and bring extra water."

Northern San Joaquin Valley was issued an Excessive Heat Watch from Friday through Sunday. Saturday is set to be the hottest day with high temperatures of 108 degrees.

The high ties a record for the area from 1996 for the hottest summer day, according to Accuweather.

The city of Stockton and the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services shared tips online on how to stay safe during very high temperatures:

  • Stay hydrated

  • Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing and a hat

  • wear sunscreen and avoid too much sun

Here are eight fountains, splash pads and local pools where you can cool off.

Weber Point Fountain

The Weber Point Fountain will be open this weekend. But it will close on Monday, July 3 as set-up for Stockton's Fourth of July Festival begins. During the festival on Tuesday, July 4 the fountain will be open to the public.

Everyone is required to rinse at the outdoor shower before entering the fountain and is required to follow the posted rules. There is no fee to use the fountain.

  • Location: Weber Point Events Center, 221 N Center St in Stockton

  • Hours: 11 a.m.-6:30 p.m. May 28 through Sept. 8

  • Information: bit.ly/43X5oc1

Splash Pads

(7/7/21) Six-year-old Andrea Ramirez, left, and her 10-year-old Brother Frederick Ramirez play in the cooling jets of water at the splash pad at Valverde Park in Lathrop. CLIFFORD OTO/THE STOCKTON RECORD
(7/7/21) Six-year-old Andrea Ramirez, left, and her 10-year-old Brother Frederick Ramirez play in the cooling jets of water at the splash pad at Valverde Park in Lathrop. CLIFFORD OTO/THE STOCKTON RECORD

Local splash pads opened in late May and will remain open through Sept. 4. Splash pads are open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the following locations and are free to the public.

  • Smith Park at 2606 William Moss Blvd in Stockton

  • Gleason Park at 535 Church St. in Stockton

  • Iloilo Park at 5920 Scott Creek Dr. in Stockton

  • Michael Faklis Park at 5250 Cosumnes Dr. in Stockton is currently closed for repairs.

The Pixie Woods Dragon Water Play Area at 3121 Monte Diablo Ave is also open for use but there is an entry fee to Pixie Woods.

Local Pools

People seek relief from triple-digit temperatures in the waters of the Oak Park Pool in Stockton.
People seek relief from triple-digit temperatures in the waters of the Oak Park Pool in Stockton.

There are four local pools in Stockton but only three are currently open. All pools are open Tuesday through Sunday, now through Sept. 3 for the public with a fee.

Open swim is open at Stockton pools from 1-6 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays. It is a $3 fee per person. Holiday Park Pool has an entry fee of $1 per person or $3 per family for Holiday Park Residents. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 18-years-old.

Family Swim is available 6-8 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays. Entry fee is also $3 per person or $1 per person or $3 per family for Holiday Park Residents. Unaccompanied minors under eighteen-years-old will not be allowed to participate.

$50 Season Family Passes are also available for four adults and four children per swim season.

  • Oak Park Pool at 3537 Alvarado Ave. in Stockton

  • Sousa Park Pool at 2829 Yellowstone Ave. in Stockton

  • Holiday Park Pool at 5710 Kermit Ln. in Stockton

  • Brooking Park Pool at 4505 Nugget Ave. in Stockton is currently closed for repairs.

For more information on the Weber Point Fountain, splash pads and pools visit: bit.ly/43X5oc1

Record reporter Angelaydet Rocha covers community news in Stockton and San Joaquin County. She can be reached at arocha@recordnet.com or on Twitter @AngelaydetRocha. Support local news, subscribe to The Stockton Record at https://www.recordnet.com/subscribenow.

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