--- title: "Colleyville Splash Pad at McPherson Park: Season Guide" description: "The McPherson Park splash pad in Colleyville lists a May 4 to October 12 season, daily 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. See how the city tests water and what to check." url: https://marinapool.multisites.ai/post/colleyville-splash-pad-mcpherson-park publisher: Marina Pool Services phone: +1-817-896-1120 quote: https://marinapool.multisites.ai/contact --- # Colleyville Splash Pad at McPherson Park: Season Guide The City of Colleyville's page for the McPherson Park splash pad lists a season from May 4 through October 12, open daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., with dates and times subject to change. The page gives no year, so check the city page before you visit. Local: ColleyvillePublished October 21, 20263 min read The splash pad at McPherson Park gives Colleyville families a place to cool off without a pool. This post covers what the City of Colleyville’s parks page says, as of October 2026. It also looks at how the city checks the water, since a home pool needs the same kind of attention. ## Where is the Colleyville splash pad, and when is it open? The splash pad is at McPherson Park, 240 West McDonwell School Rd., Colleyville, TX 76034. The city page says the splash pad “will open for the season on May 4 through October 12, operating daily from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.” It adds that dates and times are subject to change. The page does not state a year. The October 12 end date has passed in 2026. Check the city page before you plan a visit, especially in spring. Detail What the city page says Park McPherson Park Address 240 West McDonwell School Rd., Colleyville, TX 76034 Season listed May 4 through October 12 (no year given) Hours listed Daily, 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Changes Dates and times subject to change ## What else is at McPherson Park? The city lists a playground, three pavilions, restrooms, a drinking fountain, Lyman Whitaker wind sculptures, open play areas, a hike and bike trail, a wildflower area and the Rock House. The park sits on land that was once a dairy farm. A renovated dairy barn and a log barn built in the late 1800s show that history. Pavilions can be reserved online or by calling 817-503-1180, per the city page. ## How does Colleyville keep the water safe? The city describes three layers: 1. A system automatically tracks chlorine levels 24 hours a day and adjusts as needed. 2. City staff check levels by hand twice a day, in the morning and afternoon, including weekends. 3. A third-party company tests the water twice a week. That is a useful model for any pool owner, because no single check catches every problem. Automation handles constant watching. People confirm the numbers. An outside check catches what both miss. ## What can a home pool owner take from this? A backyard pool needs the same habits at a smaller scale. [Free chlorine](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/glossary/free-chlorine) and pH move with sun, heat, rain and swimmers. Most home pools have no constant monitor, so regular testing matters. Weekly checks are the common routine. Marina’s weekly service covers chlorine, pH, alkalinity, calcium hardness and conditioner, plus salt if the pool has a salt system. It also covers emptying baskets, backwashing filters as needed, and vacuuming and brushing as needed. Our [water chemistry chart](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/guides/pool-water-chemistry-chart) explains the targets and what each number means. See also [water balance](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/glossary/water-balance) and [chlorine demand](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/glossary/chlorine-demand). Two quick home checks after a busy week of swimmers: - Test the water before the next swim day, not after. - Look at the skimmer and [pump basket](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/glossary/pump-basket). Full baskets slow flow. Always follow the label on each chemical. If a result looks odd, test again before you add anything. ## Why does heavy use change water quality? Every swimmer adds sweat, sunscreen and dirt. Sunlight and heat also use up chlorine. After a crowded weekend, a pool can need more chlorine than usual just to stay even. The city splash pad uses automatic dosing to keep up. At home, a pool owner or a service tech does that by hand, which is why a test after a busy day is worth the time. Keep the label of each product handy and add only what it says. ## What if the pool is cloudy after a heavy-use weekend? Cloudy water often follows heavy use, heat or rain. Test first, adjust one item at a time, and re-test. Our guide to [green pool cleanup](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/guides/how-to-clear-a-green-pool) covers algae. If the water does not clear, a pro can look at the filter and pump. See [pool filter repair](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/our-services/pool-filter-repair). ## Where does Marina Pool Services fit? Marina Pool Services is family-owned and based in Grapevine. It serves [Colleyville](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/service-areas/pool-repair-colleyville-tx) with weekly service, equipment repair and installation for residential pools. ## Next step For weekly care at your Colleyville pool, see [weekly pool service](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/pool-service-grapevine-tx). Call (817) 896-1120 or use the quote form at [/contact](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/contact). ## Frequently asked questions ### Where is the Colleyville splash pad? It is at McPherson Park, 240 West McDonwell School Rd., Colleyville, TX 76034, according to the city's parks and recreation page. ### What are the splash pad hours? The city page lists daily hours from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. It also says dates and times are subject to change. The page lists a May 4 through October 12 season but does not state the year. ### How does Colleyville check splash pad water? The city says a system tracks chlorine levels around the clock and adjusts as needed. Staff check levels by hand twice a day, and a third-party company tests twice a week. ## Pool terms on this page - [Weekly pool service](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/glossary/weekly-pool-service) - [Green pool cleanup](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/glossary/green-pool-cleanup) - [Calcium hardness](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/glossary/calcium-hardness) - [Chlorine demand](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/glossary/chlorine-demand) - [Free chlorine](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/glossary/free-chlorine) - [Water balance](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/glossary/water-balance) - [Cloudy water](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/glossary/cloudy-water) - [Pool filter](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/glossary/pool-filter) - [Pump basket](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/glossary/pump-basket) - [Skimmer](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/glossary/skimmer) ## Sources 1. [Colleyville Parks and Recreation: McPherson Park](https://www.colleyvilleparksandrec.com/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/22/590) Written by Marina Pool Services and checked against the sources above on October 21, 2026. City rules and product guidance change, so check the linked page before you act. Follow product labels for any pool chemical. ## Keep reading - [Pool Water Chemistry Chart and What Each Number MeansMost home pools run free chlorine of 1 to 3 ppm, pH of 7.2 to 7.8, total alkalinity of 80 to 120 ppm and calcium hardness of 200 to 400 ppm. CDC sets the health floor at pH 7.0 to 7.8 and at least 1 ppm chlorine. Your equipment manual may narrow these ranges.](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/guides/pool-water-chemistry-chart) - [How to Clear a Green Pool, Step by StepTo clear a green pool, test the water, remove debris, clean the filter, brush every surface, raise chlorine to shock level, run the pump around the clock and keep brushing and testing. Light green water can clear in a day or two. Dark green can take a week. Follow product labels.](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/guides/how-to-clear-a-green-pool) - [North Texas Pool Care: Heat, Storms, Pollen, and Hard WaterNorth Texas pools face triple-digit heat, spring pollen, sudden storms, and mineral-rich water. Heat and sunlight use up chlorine, storms add debris and nutrients, and evaporation leaves minerals behind. Weekly testing, a clean filter, and steady pump run time keep most pools clear. Marina Pool Services offers weekly service in Grapevine.](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/guides/north-texas-pool-care) - [The Pool Owner's Handbook for North TexasOwning a pool in North Texas comes down to six habits: test the water, keep it circulating, clean baskets and filters, watch the equipment, plan for each season and keep the pool safe. This handbook covers each one in order and links to deeper guides for chemistry, equipment, freezes and hiring a pro.](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/guides/pool-owners-handbook-north-texas) - [Green Pool Cleanup and Pool Water ProblemsA pool turns green when algae grows because chlorine is too low or the water is out of balance. Do not swim in green water. To clear it, test the water, clean the filter, brush every surface, raise chlorine as the product label directs and run the pump. Call a pro if it does not clear.](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/guides/green-pool-cleanup) - [The North Texas Pool Calendar, Month by MonthNorth Texas pools need work all year. DFW's average last freeze is March 12 and first freeze is November 22. Highs reach about 96 degrees in July and August. Start up in spring, test often in summer, clear leaves in fall, and set freeze protection before late November.](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/guides/north-texas-pool-calendar) ## Need a hand with your pool? Call or text and tell us what your pool needs. Estimates are free for qualifying services, and same-day estimates are possible when the schedule allows. [Call (817) 896-1120](tel:+1-817-896-1120)[Get a quote](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/contact) ![A pool technician working on an equipment pad](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/_astro/technician-equipment-pad.BW5xZMNY_Zum1K5.webp)