Oleson Park and Splash Pad

Fort Dodge has over 300 acres of City Parks available Oleson Parks is just one of the few bigger parks with more amenities. Amenities include a playground, open shelters, splashpad, trail connectivity, open green space, and seasonal restrooms. Splash Pad open from Memorial Day to Labor Day.


This park is also the site of the Monkelien Pavilion.

Park Features
Splash Pad
Playground
Band Shell
Trail Connectivity
Open Shelters
Monkelien Pavilion

  • 1. What is a splash pad?

    A: A splash pad is an area for water play that has no standing water. The water in the system is recycled/treated water that is treated to at least the same level of quality as swimming pool water standards.  To help us in keeping our public aquatic facilities clean , we ask that swim diapers be worn at all times, those with diarrhea refrain from playing in the water, and we all do our part to NOT encourage the drinking of pool/splash pad water.

  • 2. Friendly reminders before visiting the Oleson Park Splash Pad.

    A: *Swim suits required for play in splash pad

    *Street shoes not allowed

    *Swim diapers required

    *Pets outside of fenced area

    *Plastic containers only

    *This is a smoke free environment

    *Walk please!  Not responsible for injury incurred while running

    *Leave the gum home and bicycles outside of fence area


  • 3. Do parents or adults need to supervise during play?

    A: Parents and adults please help enforce our safe play rules. 

  • 4. How do I rent Oleson Park Splash Pad?

    A: Great for company parties, family reunions, and BIRTHDAY PARTIES!  Give your guests an experience to remember.  The Oleson Park Splashpad is available for rental on THURSDAYS and SUNDAYS from 6 - 8 pm and SATURDAY mornings from 9 - 11 am.  For more information call 515-576-7237 opt 3 or parks@fortdodgeiowa.org.


    When the Splashpad is reserved for a private event, it is closed to the public and a notice is posted at the facility.

     



  • 5. Will the splash pad be open during inclement weather?

    A. The splash pad will be closed if weather watches are issued. Re-opening will be determined at the discretion of Parks and Rec staff. Please check our Facebook page FD Parks & Rec for opening & closing updates.