Make a splash in the heart of Maryborough.
SplashSide is a free, zero‑depth water play park in Anzac Park, created for inclusive, all‑abilities fun and open seven days with seasonal hours (closed Thursday mornings for maintenance). Expect playful jets, fountains and a tipping bucket, plus BBQs, shade and parking nearby.
Why visit SplashSide in Maryborough?
SplashSide delivers safe, shallow water play with an inclusive design that welcomes all ages and abilities. Set within leafy Anzac Park, it’s purpose‑built for families seeking a relaxed cool‑down with easy amenities close at hand, including picnic shelters, BBQs and an adjacent all‑abilities playground. Entry is free. [11][7][22]
When is SplashSide open and is it free?
The park operates seven days a week with different winter and summer hours, so check onsite signage before you go. It closes on Thursday mornings for routine maintenance and may also close during extreme weather or for additional works. Entry to SplashSide is free. [7][11]
Where is SplashSide and how do I get there?
You’ll find SplashSide inside Anzac Park in Maryborough, near the corner of Alice and Cheapside Streets. Parking is available on Queen Street, accessed from Cheapside Street and Lions Drive. Maryborough sits just off the Bruce Highway; it’s around a three‑hour drive (about 260 km) north of Brisbane. Rail and coach services also connect to Maryborough. [11][4]
What play features are at SplashSide?
Kids can dash between crystal fountains, stream jets and water cannons, duck under sugar‑cane water poles and wait for the whimsical Spoonful‑of‑Sugar tipping bucket. Beyond the splash zone, the wider precinct includes multiple playground elements, picnic shelters, BBQs, a skate park and a pump track. [11]
Is SplashSide accessible for all abilities?
Yes. The design focuses on inclusive, all‑abilities entertainment, with zero‑depth play and a Changing Places facility on site. The precinct links to an all‑abilities playground featuring an accessible carousel, Liberty Swing, sensory wall, hammock, in‑ground trampoline and a roller slide. Assistance animals are welcome. [11][1]
What rules and tips should I know before visiting?
There’s no lifeguard on duty, so supervise children at all times. The splash area is alcohol‑ and smoke‑free; no food, drinks or glass are permitted in the wet zone. Children who aren’t toilet trained must wear aqua nappies. Keep jets clear, and leave scooters or bikes outside the SplashSide area. CCTV operates on site. [11]
What else can families do nearby in Maryborough?
Combine your visit with a heritage wander. Stroll through Queens Park to the Mary Poppins statue, then explore The Story Bank and the historic Wharf Street precinct, home to Australia’s finest military museum outside Canberra. If you’re in town on Thursday morning, browse the lively Maryborough City Markets. [8][1][13]