Water Parks
Our Special Harbor Spray Park
📍 6601 Telegraph Rd, Franconia, VA 22310🌐 www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/reccenter/franconia/family-recreation-area
About Our Special Harbor Spray Park
Our Special Harbor Spray Park is a water park in Franconia, VA. Our Special Harbor Spray Park is completely free for general admission, making it an accessible water attraction for all visitors regardless of income. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 556 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Theme
- Chesapeake Bay themed spray park
- Admission
- Free general admission
- Season
- May 24 - September 1, 2025
- Key Features
- Water mazes, spray osprey nest, kiddie beach area, accessible playground, carousel
- Accessibility
- Fully accessible for all abilities
💡 Did You Know?
- Our Special Harbor Spray Park is completely free for general admission, making it an accessible water attraction for all visitors regardless of income
- The spray park features a Chesapeake Bay theme with accessible design including a specially designed carousel that allows children using wheelchairs to transfer to a bench and move vertically
- The park offers sensory-friendly hours every Wednesday from June 14 - August 17, providing accommodations for visitors with sensory sensitivities
- The facility has a maximum capacity of 247 people and operates on a first come, first-served basis with no reservations for general admission, creating a genuinely free and open-access community resource
💬 What Visitors Say
- Arrive early to secure parking, as the lot fills quickly and you may need to circle or walk farther than expected to reach the entrance
- Book group reservations early to lock in your preferred timeslot and receive wristbands for seamless entry, especially on busy days
- Water shoes with back straps are required for the splash area, so arrive already dressed and ready to play given limited changing facilities
- Pack a change of clothes and towel for young children, and plan to use the nearby playground, carousel ($3), and nature trail to maximize your visit
- Visit on Wednesdays between June 14 - August 17 during sensory-friendly hours for a more comfortable experience if you have children with sensory sensitivities
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