ARC Park
Seven Hills Park area near I-70 Exit 159, Hays, KS
Best for
Strong for toddlers through big kids and mixed-age family groups.
Hours
City page lists splash pad hours from 9:00-21:00 Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend; Arc source says daily 10:00-20:00 mid-May through early October, so families should expect seasonal variation.
Price
Free public park and splash pad.
Parking
Parking available
Visit style
Destination outing.
Birthday parties
Available
Editor's Take
If you need a central Kansas park that goes beyond minimum access and actually supports longer, lower-friction family visits, this is a standout.
Best Fit
- Families needing both playground and splash-pad options in one stop.
- Children who benefit from sensory and motion play as well as broad accessible circulation.
- Caregivers who need fenced play and stronger on-site accessibility support, including an adult-sized changing table.
- Road-trip or regional visits because the park is easy to reach from I-70.
- Families looking for a tiny shaded neighborhood playground.
- Cold-weather visits when splash-pad value is not in season.
- Visitors who need a fully quiet environment; destination parks can feel busy.
At a Glance
Venue type
Age groups
Mobility features
Sensory and communication features
Family amenities
Safety and comfort
Surface type
Shade level
Restroom access
Accessibility supports
Park context
Operator type
Visit options
Toddler-friendly
Fully fenced
Verified only
Plan Your Visit
- Fenced playground
- Splash pad
- Restroom
- Adult-sized changing table
- Lighting
- Security cameras
Pricing Snapshot
Label
EntryNotes
Public outdoor park.Price
FreeARC Park in Hays is one of the region's strongest all-abilities outdoor play destinations, pairing a 15,000-square-foot accessible playground with an adjacent splash pad and family-supportive amenities. Official sources describe multigenerational equipment, sensory features, inclusive swings, a fenced layout, and later safety additions including lights and security cameras. The splash pad area adds inclusive water play and a restroom with an adult-sized changing table, making this a notably practical stop for families who need more than basic playground access.
Indoor Play Atlas Notes
Birthday Party Snapshot
Accessibility & Comfort
- 15,000 square feet of accessible play
- Inclusive swings
- Sensory features
- Multigenerational equipment
- Fenced play area
- Accessible restroom support
- Adult-sized changing table
- Accessible splash-pad focus
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Best for
Strong for toddlers through big kids and mixed-age family groups.
Hours
City page lists splash pad hours from 9:00-21:00 Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend; Arc source says daily 10:00-20:00 mid-May through early October, so families should expect seasonal variation.
Price
Free public park and splash pad.
Parking
Parking available
Last updated
April 11, 2026
Verification summary
Last verified: April 11, 2026
Checked against 2 public sources.
Source
Ai Region Research
April 11, 2026
Created listing from official nonprofit and city sources; noted small seasonal hour differences between sources.
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