Joplin Parks and Recreation

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It is no secret that the lazy river is one of the absolute favorite spots to cool off this summer! We love seeing so man...
06/07/2026

It is no secret that the lazy river is one of the absolute favorite spots to cool off this summer! We love seeing so many families, friends, and neighbors making wonderful memories in the water.

Because the river has been so incredibly popular, our equipment has been working overtime! We started the season with a wonderful fleet of over 60 lazy river tubes, and due to a mix of heavy summer enthusiasm and normal wear-and-tear, almost all of those tubes have officially crossed the finish line. Right now, we are down to our final two champions!

To make sure your summer fun doesn't miss a beat, here is what we are doing—and how we can partner together to keep the good times rolling:

First, the good news: We have already ordered a brand-new shipment of replacement tubes! We are doing everything we can to get them here quickly so you can get back to your relaxing floats.

To help our new fleet last all summer long, we are asking for our community’s help in giving them a little extra TLC.

You might notice that our tube slide floats are still going strong and looking brand new! We want to bring that same magic to the lazy river. When we handle our floats gently, avoid dragging them on concrete walkways, and use them exactly as intended, we ensure there are always enough tubes to go around for the next family.

As a quick reminder to help our team keep things running smoothly:

U-Floats: Perfect for continuous relaxation in the lazy river.

Ring Floats: Designed specifically for an exciting ride down the tube slides (plus one quick lap down the river to exit safely!).

We always want to be flexible and responsive to our guests' needs. Because our community loves to float, we are currently exploring some fun, alternative ideas for the near future. We will share more updates on this exciting program soon!

Thank you so much for your incredible support, your pride in our community facilities, and your help in taking care of our park gear. We couldn't do this without you, and we can’t wait to see you back in the water!

UPDATE: Schifferdecker pool is closed for low censusCunningham pool is currently still open.The pools will open at 1:00p...
06/06/2026

UPDATE: Schifferdecker pool is closed for low census
Cunningham pool is currently still open.

The pools will open at 1:00pm.
In the event that we do close it will be because of low census, low visibility of the water or if weather become inclement

Our watercolors slides  are back up and running at Cunningham!! However our big blue slide is closed permanently.
06/03/2026

Our watercolors slides are back up and running at Cunningham!!
However our big blue slide is closed permanently.

IT'S LIVE! 🚀 Joplin Parks & Recreation is officially on Rec! Head to rec.us/joplin right now to register for programs, b...
06/03/2026

IT'S LIVE! 🚀 Joplin Parks & Recreation is officially on Rec! Head to rec.us/joplin right now to register for programs, book facilities, grab pool passes, and explore everything Joplin has to offer. Your city's recreation hub is open — welcome! 🎉

Exciting News! We now have tap to pay!We ask for your patience while we learn how to use our new POS systems(in real tim...
06/03/2026

Exciting News! We now have tap to pay!
We ask for your patience while we learn how to use our new POS systems(in real time) at Admission and Concessions at Schifferdecker and Cunningham Pools!

You may have noticed some construction going on at Cunningham Park lately... and we have some exciting news!​Cunningham ...
06/01/2026

You may have noticed some construction going on at Cunningham Park lately... and we have some exciting news!

​Cunningham is the latest park getting brand-new lighting installed to improve safety and visibility for everyone. Whether you're catching an evening stroll or letting the kids burn off some energy before bed, these upgrades will keep our park bright and welcoming after dark.

​Stay tuned for updates, and thank you for your patience while we work to improve our community spaces!

05/30/2026

Attention Joplin Swimmers and Families,

We are so sorry to cut your weekend pool day short, but due to persistent lightning in the area, Schifferdecker Aquatic Center and Cunningham Aquatic Center will be closing for the remainder of the day (Saturday, May 30).
We know this is incredibly disappointing—especially on a warm weekend afternoon when all you want to do is cool off, swim, and enjoy the water.

Our top priority is always the safety of our swimmers and staff.Per our safety protocols, every single lightning strike within a specific radius forces us to reset our 30-minute safety timer.

Update on Lap Swim!Starting June 1st, Lap swim will now be available 7 days a week! Special thanks to the Berzerker Swim...
05/30/2026

Update on Lap Swim!
Starting June 1st, Lap swim will now be available 7 days a week! Special thanks to the Berzerker Swimming and Little Viking Swim Lessons for inviting the community to swim with them during their practice time.

Bought a season pass for the aquatic centers? Lap swim is included!
Drop in rate is $6.00 OR buy a Lap Swim Season pass for $75.00
Passes will be available at the Joplin Athletic Complex or Schifferdecker Aquatic Center.

05/28/2026

Cunningham Pool is closing early today due to low census. Low census for Cunningham is less than 15 people within the first 3 hours.

Schifferdecker Pool is still open, we'll see you there!

Need gear for T-ball? Snag a 20% coupon off your entire purchase for our sponsors Academy Sports + OutdoorsOffer starts ...
05/28/2026

Need gear for T-ball?
Snag a 20% coupon off your entire purchase for our sponsors Academy Sports + Outdoors
Offer starts May 29th, 2026 and ends May 31st, 2026.

Address

3301 W 1st Street
Joplin, MO
64801

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+14176254750

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