Location: Buena Park, California Years Active: 2000 – Active Knott’s Soak City it’s a water park, alright. You’ve got your slides, your wave pool, your screaming kids running around with sticky popsicle hands – the whole deal. It’s got that California beach theme going on, with some seriously faded colors and questionable design choices. Hey,…
Location: Belpasso, Italy Years Active: 1976 – Active Etnaland isn’t your grandmother’s theme park. It sits at the foot of Mount Etna, ready to blow your mind! This isn’t just about rides. Think dinosaurs, water parks, and festivals celebrating Sicily’s unique culture. Want to test your limits? Brave the drops on “The Storm”, Etnaland’s intense…
Location: Salou, Spain Years Active: 2002 – Active Caribe Aquatic Park it’s loud, it’s wet, and it’s a total blast if you’re into that kind of thing. Picture a Caribbean theme slapped onto a whirlwind of water slides and screaming families. King Khajuna? That free-fall is a one-way ticket to reconsidering your life choices. El…
Location: Manama, Bahrain Years Active: 2007 – Active Lost Paradise of Dilmun Water Park is Bahrain’s ultimate escape! Forget boring water parks – this place brings ancient myths to life with its Dilmun theme. Get soaked on the thrilling Water Coaster or chill out on the Lazy River. If you dare, brave the white-knuckle Typhoon…
Location: Ayia Napa, Cyprus Years Active: 1996 – Active Think you know WaterWorld Themed Waterpark got something different. This place is all about Greek gods and mythical monsters – perfect if you’re bored of the same old slides. Their Trojan Adventure coaster is a must-ride. You won’t find anything like it anywhere else. Need to…
Location: Skara, Sweden Years Active: 1984 – Active Skara Sommarland – it’s your classic Swedish theme park, and that’s both good and bad. Expect some cheesy themes and a few outdated rides. But hey, that’s part of the charm, right? The water attractions are the real stars here. Get soaked on the wild slides or…
Location: Dubai, UAE Years Active: 1998 – Active Wild Wadi Water Park is a Dubai institution. It’s a little old-school compared to the mega-parks out there, but it’s still tons of fun. Splash your way through over 30 rides and attractions themed to Arabian folklore. Looking for thrills? The Jumeirah Sceirah is absolutely terrifying –…
Location: Main Beach, Australia Years Active: 1971 – Active SeaWorld Gold Coast it’s a classic, and a controversial one. Animal lovers have strong opinions, and that’s fair. But if you’re looking for a day of thrills and close-up animal encounters, this place delivers. Insider tip: skip the big rides first and head straight for the…
Location: Columbus, Ohio Years Active: 1984 – 2006, 2008 – Active Zoombezi Bay isn’t your grandma’s water park. It rose from the ashes of the old Wyandot Lake – a scoop the marketing folks might not mention. This place is a Midwest favorite, and for good reason. We’re talking 22 acres of pure water-fueled chaos!…
Location: Silver Springs, Florida Years Active: 1978 – 2016 Wild Waters in Silver Springs? Remember that place? Shady trees, picnic tables, the classic water park vibe. Sadly, it’s gone now. Closed back in 2016, and the demolition crews finished the job. For locals and Florida regulars, Wild Waters was a laid-back alternative to those mega-parks….
