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Asbury Splash Park is a water play area located in Asbury Park, New Jersey.

Visual Characteristics

The park features a collection of brightly colored, interactive water spray features including fountains, jets, and tipping buckets. The ground surface is a poured-in-place rubberized safety surface, typically in shades of blue and green to simulate water and grass. The area is enclosed by low fencing.

Location & Access Logistics

Asbury Splash Park is situated at 1300 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ 07712, adjacent to the Convention Hall and Paramount Theatre. It is approximately 0.5km South of the main Asbury Park Boardwalk entrance. Parking is available in the municipal lots surrounding the Convention Hall, with fees typically enforced during peak season. The closest public transport stop is the Asbury Park Train Station, located 1.2km West, served by NJ Transit's North Jersey Coast Line. Local bus routes also service the area along Ocean Avenue.

Historical & Ecological Origin

The splash park was constructed as part of a larger revitalization effort for the Asbury Park waterfront, opening in 2011. It was designed to provide family-friendly recreational facilities. The site itself is coastal plain, built on reclaimed land that was historically part of the beach and boardwalk infrastructure.

Key Highlights & Activities

Activities include engaging with various water spray elements, such as ground geysers, overhead sprayers, and water cannons. The park is designed for children to run through and cool off. No reservations are required; entry is open to the public during operating hours.

Infrastructure & Amenities

Restrooms are located within the adjacent Convention Hall complex. Shade is limited, primarily provided by the surrounding boardwalk structures and nearby trees. Cell phone signal (4G/5G) is generally strong in this area. Food vendors and concessions are available along the main Asbury Park Boardwalk, a short walk from the splash park.

Best Time to Visit

The best time of day for visiting is typically between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM, when the water features are operational and ambient temperatures are higher. The optimal months for visiting are from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, when the park is officially open and weather conditions are most suitable for water play. There are no tide-dependent restrictions.

Facts & Legends

A specific operational detail is that the water features are on a timed cycle and may not be continuously active. The park's construction was funded in part by state grants aimed at improving public recreational spaces.

Nearby Landmarks

• Asbury Park Boardwalk (0.1km North)
• Convention Hall (0.1km North)
• Paramount Theatre (0.1km North)
• The Stone Pony (0.8km West)
• Silverball Retro Arcade (0.3km North)