One Of 10 Best Waterparks In The US Is A Short Drive From North Carolina
USA Today recently released the winners of their 10 Best Campaigns. And one of the categories was the best outdoor waterpark. USA Today’s readers voted on what they consider the…
HENDERSON, NEVADA – MAY 30: Guests ride the Beach Blanket Banzai slide at Cowabunga Bay Water Park, which was allowed to open for the first time this weekend because of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic on May 30, 2020 in Henderson, Nevada. The park would have opened on March 21 but had to wait until Nevada’s Phase 2 reopening of the economy, which includes operating at 50% capacity, new social distancing guidelines and other restrictions in place. As a thank you for waiting for the reopening, the park is only allowing season pass holders in on opening weekend; it opens to the public on June 1.
(Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)USA Today recently released the winners of their 10 Best Campaigns. And one of the categories was the best outdoor waterpark. USA Today's readers voted on what they consider the 10 best waterparks in the US. And while none of the North Carolina water parks made the list, one is just a short drive away! North Carolina does have some great waterparks including Carolina Harbor, Wet N' Wild Emerald Point, and Great Wolf Lodge. But if you're willing to drive maybe check out some of the ones on this list!
Waterparks are the ultimate summer fun destination. What's better than relaxing on a lazy river or in a cabana or the adrenaline rush of a drop slide? Many on this list have impeccable theming and unique record-breaking slides. Do you agree with this list? Let us know!
10 Best Waterparks In The US
10. Universal's Volcano Bay (Orlando, FL)
Volcano Bay is a combination water and theme park build around and in a volcano. Features thrilling slides, a water coaster, a winding river, and a wave pool. Doesn’t get chiller than that. And with a digital wristband system that alerts you when it's time to ride, you can spend your time in the pool instead of in line! Plus it's on the property at Univeral Orlando resort!
9. Cowabunga Bay (Las Vegas, NV)
Need a place to cool off from the desert heat? Look no further than Cowabunga Bay! This 23 acre water park has 20+ slides, pools, and other attractions.
Cowabunga Bay is the best place to cool off in Las Vegas, with 23 acres of fun featuring more than 20 slides, pools and attractions. Highlights include Wild Surf, the world’s largest human-made wave, and Point Panic, an enclosed, pitch-black water slide that’s not for the faint of heart.
8. Cedar Point Shores (Sandusky, OH)
Sandusky is home to one of the best amusement parks in the country and in 2017 Cedar Point added a waterpark for 18 acres of splish-splashin' family fun. Test your bravery on one of 4 drop slides or splash around in Lemmy's Lagoon.
7. Dollywood's Splash Country (Pigeon Forge, TN)
Just a short drive from the North Carolina border you'll find Dollywood's Splash Country. This Smoky Mountain oasis is home to more than 23 slides and rides! Plunge down towering slides like Firetower Falls, relax with a float down the lazy river, or race your family down TailSpin Racer.
6. Splashin' Safari (Santa Claus, IN)
This isn't the North Pole. This water park features Mammoth 3-acre 7-story water coaster!
5. Adventure Island (Tampa, FL)
Adventure Island was made for thrill seekers. Highlights include Colossal Curl, Rapids Race, and Wahoo Remix.
4. Hurricane Harbor New Jersey (Jackson Township, NJ)
Next door to Six Flags Great Adventure you'll find Hurricane Harbor. Experience pulse-pounding slides, slow down on the lazy rivers, and splash in the family-friendly play areas.
3. Water Country USA (Williamsburg, VA)
Water Country is Virginia's largest waterpark and it has something for the whole family- a water playground, drop slides, and a 400-foot flume ride.
2. Lost Island Waterpark (Waterloo, IA)
Who says you can't experience an island getaway in Iowa. Relax in the lazy river, race down one of 11 major waterslides, and take the little ones four kids areas.
1. Aquatica Orlando (Orlando, FL)
USA Today readers named Aquatica Orlando the best outdoor waterpark in the country! This South Seas themed water park blends rides with aquatic life. Take a raft ride through color fish or pass through a dolphin pool on Dolphin Plunge!
