Location: Crown Point, Indiana Years Active: 1995 – Active Deep River Waterpark – it’s been a Crown Point staple since 1995. Locals love it, but if you’re a thrill junkie, be warned it’s mostly geared toward families and younger kids. The slides are fun, but don’t expect anything record-breaking. The real draw is the lazy…
Location: St. Charles, Illinois Years Active: 2007 – Active Otter Cove Aquatic Park… it’s the place to beat the summer heat in St. Charles. Slides, lazy river, pools for the kids – it has the standard water park stuff. Sure, that’s fun, but the real draw is how lively this place gets. They throw some…
Location: Woodridge, Illinois Years Active: 2002 – Active Cypress Cove Family Aquatic Park… it’s the best way to beat the summer heat in Woodridge. But let’s be real – it’s not exactly a hidden gem. Expect crowds, especially on weekends. If you hate lines, arrive early or try going on a weekday. The place has…
Location: Grafton, Illinois Years Active: 1990 – Active Raging Rivers Waterpark…it’s been a Grafton staple since 1990. Love it or hate it, this place draws a crowd – especially on those sweltering summer days. They’ve got the classics: the “Endless River” for chilling, those crazy “Cascade Body Flumes” if you like a thrill, and a…
Location: Lava Hot Springs, Idaho Years Active: 2000 – Active Love it or hate it, everyone knows about the Lava Hot Springs Olympic Swimming Complex. Since it opened, this place has been a fixture. Sure, the hot springs are the main draw, but if you want to swim or get some sun, this is where…
Location: Meridian, Idaho Years Active: 1999 – Active Roaring Springs Water Park – it’s a full-on summer party in Meridian, Idaho. Since 1999, they’ve been splashing families, thrill-seekers, and anyone who hates being too hot. Get twisted on Corkscrew Cavern, plummet down Cliffhanger, or chill with the little ones in Bearfoot Bay. Weekdays are way…
Location: Kapolei, Hawaii Years Active: 1999 – Active Wet’n’Wild Hawaii it’s been the go-to Oahu water park since 1999. Expect a mix of thrilling rides and Polynesian vibes. Sure, it gets crowded – especially in the summer. But the adrenaline rush of the Tornado funnel slide is worth the wait. Want a break from the…
Location: Jonesboro, Georgia Years Active: 2009 – Active Spivey Splash Water Park – it’s been cooling off Jonesboro, Georgia since 2009. This isn’t the fanciest water park, but locals love it. Think classic water park fun: think lazy river, big wave pool, and slides galore. Perfect for that hot Georgia day. Want the real scoop?…
Location: Orlando, Florida Years Active: 2008 – Active Aquatica Orlando… it’s not your grandma’s water park. If you want the same boring slides and kiddie pools, go somewhere else. This place is about big thrills and a splash of South Seas atmosphere. Think heart-pounding drops, a crazy-fast river ride, and yeah, you can even hang…
Location: Naples, Florida Years Active: 2018 – Active Sun-N-Fun Lagoon is a Naples classic – it’s been around since 2018. Looking for a Florida water park with a bit of everything? This place has it: big slides, a lazy river, the works. It’s got that tropical vibe, which can feel a bit cheesy, but hey,…
