Located at 419 Johnson Park Drive (click street address for google map directions), 135-acre park has natural areas, wetlands, two lakes, elevated boardwalk, and outdoor classroom.  The park has a 9-field baseball/softball complex, 2 multipurpose fields, restroom, concessions and press box facilities, a gazebo,  Ryan's Place Playground, and a water spray park.

The water spray park has 12 "stations" in a total area slightly larger than the size of a basketball court.  There are two "touchstone" poles that activate the spray stations, which resemble elephants, rainbows and other items.  The water sprays for a set amount of time until the poles are touched again.  An overall park timing system shuts the water off at night.

On Monday, July 12^th, television station News Channel 3 aired a report on the  safety of water used in public swimming pools and spray parks.  The report by Channel 3 included a lot of information related to a number of facilities throughout Shelby County.  One of Collierville’s spray parks, W.C. Johnson was included in the report.

The spray park received good reviews, however, the television report left some information out that further explains the level of quality and safety of the water at W.C. Johnson and Suggs Spray Parks. 

The water that is used at W.C. Johnson and Suggs Spray Parks is fresh drinking water supplied by the Town of Collierville’s water plant. The water used in the spray parks is the same water that is supplied direct to homes throughout Collierville and is used by families for drinking, bathing, cooking and washing clothes.  In an effort to insure public safety, Town officials openly made a decision to use fresh drinking water in the spray parks rather than recycling and reusing the water.

The Town of Collierville is committed to the safety of its citizens in all areas including the safety of water used in our Parks system.  If you have a question about the water quality in the spray parks call 457-2770.

Please click here for:
Water Spray Park Rules & Regulations
Information regarding large groups using Water Spray Parks

Collierville is the only city in the area to have such water spray parks.  "They are just like a regular playground structure but instead of sliding down a slide, children play in water," said Collierville Parks Director Greg Clark.  "It's a new concept.  It's been very popular across the country."

No lifeguard is needed at the water park since there is no water depth.  A central drain moves the water off the area.  The surfaces are lined with a soft, rubber-coated material to make it safe for children.

Park hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., 7 days a week.