Outdoors NearbyR. L. Cook Park Splash Pad
R. L. Cook Park Splash Pad is a splash pad in R. L. Cook Park in Ruston, LA. The park also has restrooms. It is the only splash pad we list within about 18 miles. For a longer visit there is a drinking fountain, a picnic table and a picnic shelter.
| Location | R. L. Cook Park Ruston, LA Directions |
|---|---|
| Hours | sunrise-sunset |
| Amenities | Drinking fountains (3), Picnic table, Picnic shelters (5), Fitness stations |
| Play equipment | play structure, water play |
| Also in the park | Restrooms |
Details from OpenStreetMap. Check the posted rules when you arrive; they can change. Changes can go through the suggestion form.
When to go: R. L. Cook Park Splash Pad
Coming from Shreveport, LA? R. L. Cook Park Splash Pad lies about 64 miles to the east, straight-line distance.
Splash pad weather in Ruston, LA: average highs reach 80 °F or more from May to September, with the warmest month at 93 °F in August. In those months Ruston averages about 5 days with rain per month, so rain rarely spoils a trip. The water schedule is set by the parks department, so dates in Ruston can shift from year to year.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 57 °F | 35 °F | 7 |
| Feb | 61 °F | 39 °F | 6 |
| Mar | 69 °F | 45 °F | 6 |
| Apr | 76 °F | 52 °F | 5 |
| May | 83 °F | 61 °F | 6 |
| Jun | 89 °F | 69 °F | 6 |
| Jul | 92 °F | 72 °F | 6 |
| Aug | 93 °F | 71 °F | 5 |
| Sep | 88 °F | 65 °F | 5 |
| Oct | 78 °F | 53 °F | 6 |
| Nov | 68 °F | 44 °F | 7 |
| Dec | 58 °F | 38 °F | 7 |
More to do nearby
- Down the Hill DIY Skate Park (skatepark, 2 mi)
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Frequently asked questions
Where is R. L. Cook Park Splash Pad?
Inside R. L. Cook Park, Ruston, LA. Directions above take you straight to the entrance area.
When is R. L. Cook Park Splash Pad open?
Hours on the map: sunrise-sunset. Park hours can change with the season.
Is there drinking water at R. L. Cook Park Splash Pad?
Yes, 3 drinking fountains are mapped in R. L. Cook Park. Cities turn many park fountains off from late fall to spring.
Are there restrooms at R. L. Cook Park Splash Pad?
Yes, R. L. Cook Park has public restrooms on the map.
When is the best time to visit R. L. Cook Park Splash Pad?
Splash pad weather in Ruston, LA: average highs reach 80 °F or more from May to September, with the warmest month at 93 °F in August. In those months Ruston averages about 5 days with rain per month, so rain rarely spoils a trip.
How far is R. L. Cook Park Splash Pad from Shreveport, LA?
Coming from Shreveport, LA? R. L. Cook Park Splash Pad lies about 64 miles to the east, straight-line distance.