The Best Waterparks in America

From sliding down a volcano to pirate ship splashpads, these waterparks across the country offer ways to beat the heat with a big side of thrills. Find out if your favorite made the list.

By Amber Guetebier June 20, 2017

That kiddie pool in your backyard is nice for cooling your feet but this summer it’s time to up the water-play game, big time. The US has no shortage of amazing water parks—from just-opened volcano-themed to revamped old classics—but we’ve picked out favorites from among the many. Click through the slideshow to see our top 14 and find out if your best-loved made the list.

.LEGOLAND Water Park—Winter Haven, Fl & Carlsbad, Ca

One thing about visiting LEGOLAND in the summer—it’s hot. Which is why you can take a break from all the minifigure trading and LEGO driving school action to take on the LEGOLAND Water Park. An easy highlight is the Build-a-Raft River, which one-ups most of the other lazy rivers out there with one signature feature: floating bricks. All of the flotation devices have little platforms and as you cruise along the river you can grab the bricks and build! There’s also a splash pad perfect for tots with tiny slides and a shady building area with those giant waterproof bricks. And if you need a break from the more “ridey” parts head to Creative Cove where you can build and race your own boat. The California park also includes the CHIMA Water Park.

LEGOLAND Water Park
1 Legoland Way
Winter Haven, Fl 33884
877-350-5346
Online: legoland.com/florida/water-park

LEGOLAND California Resort
1 Legoland Dr.
Carlsbad, Ca 92008
877-376-5346
Online: legoland.com/california/-water-park

photo: VisitCentralFL via flickr