Extreme Heat Resources

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Southeast Wisconsin Extreme Heat Resources, Cooling Centers, Pools & Splash Pads (2026)

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MILWAUKEE COUNTY

Milwaukee Public Libraries (All Branches)

  • Address: Multiple locations throughout Milwaukee
  • Hours: Vary by branch
  • Description: All Milwaukee Public Library locations provide free air-conditioned space during regular business hours.
  • Website: Hours & Locations · MPL

Washington Park Senior Center

Wilson Park Senior Center

Repairers of the Breach

  • Address: 1335 W. Vliet St., Milwaukee, WI
  • Hours: Monday–Saturday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
  • Description: Day shelter, cooling center, hydration, and community services.
  • Website: Repairers of the Breach

Milwaukee County Pools, Beaches & Splash Areas

Cool Waters Water Park

  • Address: 2028 S. 124th St., West Allis, WI
  • Hours: Seasonal hours (check website)
  • Description: Full-service water park with slides, lazy river, and family water attractions.
  • Website: Pools & Splash Pads | Parks | Milwaukee County

Schulz Aquatic Center

David F. Schulz Indoor Pool

Humboldt Park Wading Pool

Smith Park Wading Pool

Milwaukee County Splash Pads

For more information on Milwaukee County Cooling Sites, Click Here, Cooling Sites

WAUKESHA COUNTY

Retzer Nature Center Environmental Learning Center

  • Address: S14W28167 Madison St., Waukesha, WI
  • Hours: 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
  • Description: Air-conditioned county facility available during heat emergencies.
  • Website: Retzer Nature Center | Waukesha County

Naga-Waukee Ice Arena

  • Address: 2699 Golf Rd., Delafield, WI
  • Hours: Business hours/public skate times
  • Description: Cooling site and ice arena.
  • Website: Naga-Waukee Park Ice Arena

Eble Park Ice Arena

  • Address: 19400 W. Bluemound Rd., Brookfield, WI
  • Hours: Business hours/public skate times
  • Description: Air-conditioned public facility.
  • Website: Eble Park Ice Arena

Waukesha County Pools & Beaches

Fox Brook Park Beach

  • Address: 2925 N. Barker Rd., Brookfield, WI
  • Hours: Seasonal
  • Description: Swimming beach with lifeguards and concessions.
  • Website: Beaches | Waukesha County

Mukwonago Park Beach

  • Address: S100W33900 County Road LO, Eagle, WI
  • Hours: Seasonal
  • Description: Public beach and swimming area.
  • Website: Beaches | Waukesha County

Minooka Park Beach

  • Address: 1927 E. Sunset Dr., Waukesha, WI
  • Hours: Seasonal
  • Description: Swimming beach and family recreation area.
  • Website: Beaches | Waukesha County

Springs Water Park

For More Information on Waukesha County Cooling Areas, click here: Extreme Heat | Waukesha County

RACINE COUNTY

Racine Public Library

  • Address: 75 Seventh St., Racine, WI
  • Hours: Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM; Fri–Sat 10 AM–4 PM
  • Description: Official cooling center.
  • Website: Home | Racine Public Library

Dr. John Bryant Community Center

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center

Racine County Pools & Splash Pads

SC Johnson Community Aquatic Center at Pritchard Park

  • Address: 2800 Ohio St., Racine, WI 53405
  • Description: Racine County’s largest outdoor aquatic center with waterslides, play features, lap swimming, and family attractions.
  • Website: SC Johnson Aquatics Center | Racine County, WI

North Beach

  • Address: 100 Kewaunee St., Racine, WI
  • Hours: Typically 10:00 AM–6:00 PM during beach season
  • Description: Lake Michigan swimming beach, often ranked among Wisconsin’s best beaches. Lifeguards are typically on duty during the season.
  • Website: Lakefront & Beaches – City of Racine

Zoo Beach (Samuel Myers Park)

  • Address: 2131 N. Main St., Racine, WI
  • Description: Smaller, quieter Lake Michigan beach located next to the Racine Zoo. Great for cooling off and relaxing.
  • Website: Lakefront & Beaches – City of Racine

Laurel Clark Memorial Fountain Splash Pad

  • Address: Bottom of Sam Johnson Parkway, Downtown Racine
  • Hours: Generally May–September, Friday–Sunday, 11:00 AM–6:00 PM
  • Description: Free interactive splash pad downtown along the lakefront. Ideal for children and families.
  • Website: Splash Pad – City of Racine

Fischer Park Beach / Browns Lake

  • Address: 30326 Durand Ave., Burlington, WI
  • Description: Inland swimming beach with lifeguards during the summer season. Located on Browns Lake.
  • Website: Fischer Park | Racine County, WI

For more Information on Racine Cunty Cooling Centers, Click Here: Racine County Cooling Centers | Racine County, WI

QUICK RESOURCE

211 Wisconsin

  • Phone: Dial 211
  • Hours: 24/7
  • Description: Find nearby cooling centers, shelters, transportation assistance, hydration resources, and emergency services anywhere in Southeast Wisconsin.
  • Website: https://211wisconsin.communityos.org

Heat Safety Tip

Never leave children, adults, or pets in a parked vehicle. During the current Extreme Heat Warning, heat index values across Southeast Wisconsin may exceed 100°F