Outdoors NearbyThe Watering Hole
The Watering Hole is a splash pad in Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois "Great Lawn" in Chicago, IL. The park also has a playground and restrooms. You will also find 8 picnic tables here.
| Location | Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois "Great Lawn" Chicago, IL Directions |
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| Amenities | Picnic tables (8) |
| Play equipment | slide, swings, water play |
| Also in the park | Playground, Restrooms |
| Run by | Chicago Park District |
Details from OpenStreetMap. Rules and hours are posted at the entrance. If you spot a mistake, use the suggestion form.
Chicago splash pads: season, hours and rules
| Season | Usually switched on in late June and off in late August |
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Source: chicagoparkdistrict.com, the official site for Chicago. Dates and rules can change mid-season, so look at the signs on site.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is The Watering Hole?
Inside Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois "Great Lawn", Chicago, IL. Tap Directions to get there from where you are.
Are there restrooms at The Watering Hole?
Yes, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois "Great Lawn" has public restrooms on the map.
What other splash pads are near The Watering Hole?
Stanton Park Splash Pad (2 mi), Dvorak Park Splash Pad (3 mi) and Snowberry Park Splash Pad (3 mi).