Rainbow Waters Playground, Ellenbrook

Tucked behind Ellenbrook Community Library, Rainbow Waters Playground is a brilliant spot for families looking to cool off without spending a cent. Also known as Ellenbrook Water Playground, this colourful splash pad is part of Charlie Gregorini Memorial Park and is one of the largest water Playgrounds in Perth, making it a popular summer destination for local families and visitors alike. The park operates seasonally from late September to May, with the water features running daily between 9am and 7pm, so it’s ideal for morning playdates, afternoon cool-downs or early evening visits on warm days.

The splash pad is packed with fun, offering around 15 interactive water features including bubbling jets, fountains and spray guns.

Younger children and toddlers tend to gravitate towards the gentler bubble jets and ground sprays, which are perfect for cautious water play and crawling babies, while bigger kids love dashing through the taller fountains and staging water battles with the spray guns.

The layout is open and easy to see across, which makes it much simpler for parents and carers to keep an eye on everyone as they play.

Shade has been well thought out here. A large portion of the water play area is covered by big shade sails, helping to protect little ones from the harsh sun during the middle of the day. Around the perimeter, several shelters offer additional shaded seating. There is a large shelter with picnic tables and a changing area, which works particularly well if you are meeting friends, hosting a birthday party or planning to stay for a few hours. Smaller shelters are dotted around the edge of the splash pad, giving plenty of options for laying out towels, setting up a picnic blanket and watching the kids play.

Rainbow Waters is well set up for longer visits thanks to its park-style facilities. There are multiple free electric barbecues if you want to bring sausages or burgers and make a day of it. Toilets are located right by the Playground and include baby change facilities, making it much easier to manage younger children. A large adjoining car park sits alongside the Playground, and even on busy warm weekends it is usually possible to find a spot without too much trouble.

Beyond the splash pad itself, the wider Charlie Gregorini Memorial Park area offers extra space to burn off energy. There is a big grassed field perfect for ball games or a picnic in the shade of a tree, and a BMX dirt track nearby for older kids who bring their bikes. A lake within walking distance adds to the relaxed park atmosphere and provides a pleasant backdrop for a stroll before or after water play. With the library just across the way, it is easy to combine a visit to Rainbow Waters with a quick story time or a cool indoor break.

To keep the water Playground safe and enjoyable for everyone, there are a few rules to be aware of. Glass, alcohol, smoking and dogs are not permitted within the water play area, and children who usually wear nappies must wear swim nappies when using the splash pad. As the facility is seasonal and can occasionally close due to weather or maintenance, it is a good idea to check the City of Swan website before making a special trip, especially if you are travelling from further away.

Overall, Rainbow Waters Playground is a fantastic, free family outing in Ellenbrook. With its generous splash pad, good shade, barbecues, toilets, easy parking and nearby open spaces, it is well suited to everything from a quick after-school cool-down to a full day out with friends.

Rainbow Waters Playground, Ellenbrook

Address: Lot 5519 Library Avenue, Ellenbrook WA 6069
Opening hours: Seasonal, late September to May, daily 9:00am – 7:00pm (check for weather or maintenance closures)
Website: City of Swan – Rainbow Waters Playground (Ellenbrook Water Playground)

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