The pool area is huge, and it is hard to keep track of the little ones. In order to use the slide, you must walk away from the pool area and cross a sidewalk. It is not to far, but still, they are out of the pool area. It is not the sort of pool where you can let small children wander around and keep them in your sight the whole time. What we did was pick a spot, and make the kids stay in that area. Still, it is a pretty awesome pool!