Located on Old Sly’s Road, over 60 acres of parkland including 5 ball diamonds; 4 soccer pitches; outdoor beach volleyball and 3-on-3 basketball court; athletic field; picnic shelter; stage; treed picnic area; walking/fitness trail; 3 lit tennis courts; play structure and a splash pad. This park also features festivals and events throughout the year.
This is one of Smiths Falls most popular parks near the Rideau and has a walking trail along the water that takes you to the downtown area and other parks along the way.
Splash Pads
Smiths Falls has a splash pad at Lower Reach Park located at Jasper Ave. and Old Slys Road. The splash pad is fun for people of all ages during the hot summer months. A splash pad is an area for water play and has no standing water. They can be turned on easily and run for a limited time. There is no lifeguard on duty because there is no risk of drowning. For safety reasons please keep an eye on your children.
Hours of Operation
Sunday – Saturday
From 10 A.M. to 8:00 P.M.
Rules
- Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Swim diapers are required for all non toilet trained children.
- Appropriate swim attire (no cut off shorts) is required to enter splash pad area.
- Swim shoes (no street shoes) are allowed in the splash pad area.
- No strollers, lawn chairs, bicycles, scooters, skateboards,or other type of objects are permitted in the splash pad area.
- No pets, glass, bottles, rocks, or other foreign objects are permitted in the splash pad area.
- No athletic equipment or any type of toys are permitted in the splash pad area.
- No climbing, hanging, swinging or pulling on any splash pad equipment is permitted. Do not put your eyes in direct contact with a geyser or water spray device and do not sit on geysers or drains.
- Running and rough play is prohibited in the splash pad area.
Hygiene Safety
- No expulsion of bodily fluids (urine, feces, saliva, mucus or blood) is allowed in the Splash pad area.
- Do not enter the splash pad area if you are ill (fever, diarrhea, vomiting) or have open sores.
- Do not drink the splash pad water.
- Do not change or dispose of soiled diapers in the splash pad area.
Warnings
- Smoking, alcohol, drugs and improper behaviour are prohibited.
- Exit splash pad immediately and seek cover upon the first sign of thunder, lightning or severe weather.
- In the event of emergency, call 911. Splash Pad address is Lower Reach Park (Jasper Ave. and Old Slys Road).
- Report concerns to Town of Smiths Falls (283-4124, ext. 6102).
- Minimum 20 C. required to open facility.
For complete rules and guidelines please download the documents Rules and Regulations and Operating Procedures for Non-Regulated Recreational Water Facilities Guidance.
Rules and Regulations Operating Procedures
Tennis Courts
If you like playing tennis feel free to round up some friends and enjoy a game of tennis. Lower Reach Park offers tennis courts for any individual interested in playing tennis.
Volleyball Court
Enjoy some beach volleyball along the water at Lower Reach Park. Get a team together or play with a few friends and after you can go swimming to cool off in the hot summer heat.
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