Location: Phoenix, Arizona Years Active: 1997 – Active Oasis Water Park is a Phoenix classic. It’s been beating the Arizona heat since 1997. You’ll find all the usual suspects here – slides, a wave pool, and that lazy river everyone loves. But Oasis gets busy – like, really busy. Locals know to go on weekdays…
Location: Phoenix, Arizona Years Active: 1995 – Active Forget everything you think you know about water parks. Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Phoenix is a different breed. It’s a little rough around the edges – sure, the Arizona sun can do that – but the fun is worth it. They’ve got the heart-pumping slides you expect,…
Location: Fairbanks, Alaska Years Active: 1905 – Active Listen, Chena Hot Springs Resort isn’t some fancy spa hiding in the Alaskan wilderness. It’s got history – over a century’s worth! – and a serious focus on geothermal power. They don’t just talk about being eco-friendly; they live it. Those hot springs? Forget those staged photos….
Location: Blountsville, Alabama Years Active: 2002 – Active Spring Valley Beach Water Park isn’t your standard water park. It’s tucked away in Blountsville, Alabama, a little slice of paradise since 2002. Think lush greenery and a laid-back vibe – a far cry from those overcrowded, impersonal places. The park’s got a thing for natural themes….
Location: Decatur, Alabama Years Active: 1986 – Active Waterville USA isn’t some fancy coastal resort. It’s a down-home Alabama waterpark, perfect for families that love a little chaos mixed with their fun. They opened way back in ’86, and yeah, some of the rides show their age. But that’s part of the charm, right? Don’t…
Location: Foley, Alabama Years Active: 2017 – Active Owa isn’t your standard Alabama theme park. It’s in Foley, a stone’s throw from those famous Gulf Coast beaches. You’ll find thrills, food, and shopping – the usual. But Owa’s vibe is different. It tries to channel an old-timey Southern feel, which some people love and others…
Location: Bessemer, Alabama Years Active: 1998 – Active Alabama Splash Adventure…it’s not the biggest or the most cutting-edge water park out there. But this place has a down-home charm that keeps families coming back. You’ll find some seriously thrilling slides, like the crazy UpSurge, plus plenty of chill splash zones for the little ones. They…
Location: Seaside Heights, New Jersey Years Active: 1932 – Active Casino Pier & Breakwater Beach… it’s the classic Jersey Shore experience. This place has been around forever, and it delivers that old-school boardwalk charm with a side of modern thrills. You’ve got the rides – screaming rollercoasters, the iconic Ferris wheel at sunset… pure nostalgia….
Location: Clementon, New Jersey Years Active: 1907 – Active Clementon Park & Splash World isn’t trying to impress you with shiny new mega-coasters or fancy food courts. This place is all about no-nonsense, old-school fun with a splash of nostalgia. It’s been around since 1907, and it’s not afraid to let its character shine. Ready…
Built around a compact indoor-outdoor footprint, The Funplex packs coasters, arcades, and water rides into a single looping layout that can feel like a maze on summer weekends. A The Funplex map keeps visitors oriented between the indoor attractions, the Splashplex slides outside, and the midway’s food stands and games. It’s especially handy when lines…
