If you’re like me and trying to beat the heat coast to coast, then you’ll love these water parks. I’ve splashed through dozens over the years, and you’ll find these are perfect for family thrills, cooling off, and soaking up summer fun.

Highlights:

  • Slide down record-breaking rides at Noah’s Ark Waterpark in Wisconsin Dells, WI.
  • Enjoy the indoor tropical vibes at Kalahari Resorts, with locations across multiple states.
  • Make waves at Schlitterbahn Waterpark in New Braunfels, TX.
  • Float along the lazy rivers at Aquatica Orlando, FL.
  • Experience year-round water fun at Great Wolf Lodge locations nationwide.

Unique Water Parks

Ride thrilling coasters and splash on slides during an exciting family trip.

Holiday World and Splashin Safari

Holiday World and Splashin Safari, Santa Claus, IN

- Ride thrilling coasters and splash on slides during an exciting family trip.

Slide down mountain views and relax in the sun on a summer getaway.

Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark

Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark, Tannersville, PA

- Slide down mountain views and relax in the sun on a summer getaway.

Float the lazy river and race down slides on a fun weekend.

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Boulder Beach Water Park, Athol, ID

- Float the lazy river and race down slides on a fun weekend.

Cool off near coasters and enjoy splash zones on an exciting trip.

Cedar Point Shores Waterpark

Cedar Point Shores Waterpark, Sandusky, OH

- Cool off near coasters and enjoy splash zones on an exciting trip.

Surf giant waves and drift past palm trees on a magical summer escape.

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Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park, Lake Buena Vista, FL

- Surf giant waves and drift past palm trees on a magical summer escape.

Zoom through water rides and relax in cabanas on a thrilling vacation.

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Universal’s Volcano Bay, Orlando, FL

- Zoom through water rides and relax in cabanas on a thrilling vacation.

Slide, swim, and enjoy Smoky Mountain views on a fun family day.

Dollywood’s Splash Country

Dollywood’s Splash Country, Pigeon Forge, TN

- Slide, swim, and enjoy Smoky Mountain views on a fun family day.

Ride high-speed coasters and splash in water zones on a sweet summer adventure.

HersheyPark

HersheyPark, Hershey, PA

- Ride high-speed coasters and splash in water zones on a sweet summer adventure.

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