I love splash parks. To be honest one of the perks of having a toddler is the excuse to spend tons of time in them this summer on hot days. I got a tip to check out Galloway Park from a fellow mom I met at Rochester Park, and I am glad I did! I have three words for you: shady spray park.
Unlike other spray parks that are a bit strong for my 2 year old (I want her to have fun, but she doesn't need a pressure washing) this one is quite gentle while still being fun. The water features are button activated (which trust me your kids will love pushing - what is it with kids and buttons??) and which fountains are on at what time rotates which also surprises and delights little ones.
The park itself it also lots of fun, but no shade at all. there's a tot structure and a 5-12 structure much like what you'd find at many newer parks, infant and kid swings, and a few things to spin around on (I tested them, they are fun). What stands out about this park is a twisty rope structure that allows for some climbing and free form play.
Downsides to this park are no bathrooms (a little annoying if a change of clothes is needed), and nowhere for a "bush pee" either. Google reviews lead me to believe I could expect a porta-poty but there wasn't one yet.
PARK INFO
Location: Coquitlam Burke Mountain
Washrooms: No
Food: No
Water feature: Spray park (good for toddler)
Age: Tot and older kid (5-12) structures, plus swings for both ages
Shade: The spray park is shaded (yey!!) but the play structure is not
Picnic tables: Yes, uncovered
Ground cover: Wood chips
Parking: street parking
Basketball court
Rain garden
Paved path for bikes and scooters
Grass field
Hill (good for sledding in the winter)
Benches
Transit: bus only