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Samnak Ecological Park Children’s Water Playground Reopens After Six Years… Welcoming Over 70,000 Visitors Without Accidents

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Busan Metropolitan City (Mayor Park Heong-joon) announced that the Samnak Ecological Park Children’s Water Playground, which reopened after six years and operated from July 29 to August 24, drew more than 70,000 visitors and was concluded successfully without any safety accidents.

The former Samnak Outdoor Swimming Pool had been closed since June 2020 due to aging facilities and the COVID-19 pandemic.

In line with the ongoing redevelopment of the site into a “Water Garden” consistent with the concept of the “Nakdong River National Garden,” the city reopened the facility as an installation-type water playground by actively utilizing nearby idle space in response to strong public demand.

In 2019, the last year the outdoor swimming pool operated, about 66,000 people visited. This year, despite being open for 17 fewer days, the new playground welcomed more than 70,000 visitors, once again proving its popularity.
※ Previous Samnak Outdoor Swimming Pool users: 56,457 in 2018 (37 days), 66,369 in 2019 (44 days)

The playground offered a variety of water facilities such as swimming pools and a 60-meter tube slide, as well as amenities including cooling shelters and large tents. It also provided diverse cultural programs such as bubble shows and magic performances, establishing itself as a summer recreation space for not only children but entire families.

• ●Play Facilities: 3 modular swimming pools, 1 lazy river, 1 60-meter tube slide, 4 infant and toddler pools

• ●Amenities: cooling shelters, large tents, restrooms, shower rooms, nursing rooms, first aid stations, etc.

• ●Programs: bubble shows (frequent), magic shows (every Saturday), busking performances, etc.

Busan Metropolitan City prioritized citizen safety by establishing a thorough safety management system, including pre-operation safety planning and on-site inspections during the operating period.

A total of 936 staff members were mobilized, and a three-tier safety management system was implemented jointly by the contractor, Sasang-gu District Office, and Busan Metropolitan City.

In addition, two precision inspections by the Busan Metropolitan City Institute of Health & Environment (August 7 and August 19) and 24 simplified daily tests were conducted, all of which received “suitable” results, ensuring safe water quality.

On August 25, the day after the official closure, a “Family Day” event was held for families with disabilities. About 600 people, who often find it difficult to participate in outdoor leisure activities, were invited to enjoy a special day, reflecting the city’s commitment to social inclusion.

Ahn Cheol-soo, Director General of the Green City Bureau, said, “We are delighted that the Samnak Ecological Park Water Playground, reopened after six years, has become a cool resting place and a source of joyful memories for our children and citizens. Next year, we will expand necessary facilities and extend the operating period, making improvements where needed to create an even more diverse and comfortable water playground.”