Places / Parks / North Main Street
Smithville Park & Splashville
A neighborhood park in the historic Smithville community with the free Lake Norman Kiwanis Splashville splash pad.
Why choose it
For young children on a hot summer day.
What to expect
A free, seasonal splash pad with timed on/off periods, plus a playground, field and reservable shelter.
Practical notes
- The splash pad is seasonal and cannot be privately reserved.
- Check the Town for the current season and sessions.
Parks and greenways in Cornelius
Cornelius parks range from a small Old Town green to athletic complexes with courts, fields, playgrounds and paved loops. Several are operated by the Town of Cornelius Parks, Arts, Recreation & Culture department, while lake parks are run by Mecklenburg County.
Seasonal features such as splash pads, field rentals and programmed events follow the operator’s calendar. Facility lists and rules are published on the operator’s park page.
Before you go
- Check the operator’s page for closures, rentals and seasonal features.
- Combine a park with a casual lunch nearby for an easy family outing.
- Bring water and shade in summer; Piedmont afternoons are hot and humid.
About the North Main Street area
The Main Street corridor runs north from Old Town toward Davidson, mixing restaurants, coffee, ice cream and neighborhood parks with established residential streets. Most stops here are a short drive from Old Town rather than a walk.
In these itineraries
Nearby: North Main Street
Dining · North Main Street
Barrel & Fork
Southern-leaning American cooking set in a historic house near Old Town.
Dining · North Main Street
Osito’s Tacos & Tortas
A family-run taco and torta kitchen blending Mexican cooking with Southern flavors.
More parks in Cornelius
Parks · Bailey Road & east Cornelius
Bailey Road Park
The Town’s largest active park, with courts, fields, disc golf, playgrounds and paved walking trails.
Parks · West Catawba & the lake
Robbins Park
A wooded park with two fishing ponds, a long boardwalk, trails, a playground and courts.
Parks · Old Town
Legion Park
A small Old Town park with a ballfield, playground, shelter and short walking loop.