Looking for a water park to visit in California? Hit these spots, travel sources say
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Making plans for the summer?
If you’re looking to beat the California heat, travel sources Tripadvisor and Visit California have highlighted some of the state’s best water parks for cooling off.
From lazy rivers to twisty water slides, our journalists with How To California — a new community-driven series designed to help readers navigate life in the Golden State — have rounded up top destinations for you to enjoy this summer.
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Golfland Sunsplash
- Address: 1893 Taylor Road, Roseville
- Phone: (916) 784-1273
Visit California highlighted Golfland Sunsplash in Roseville, which is an amusement chain, featuring arcades, mini golf courses, laser tag and water attractions.
The water area of the amusement park offers a children’s water play area, a water coaster, a lazy river and more.
Velocity Island Park
- Address: 755 North East Street, Woodland
- Phone: (530) 723-6885
Tripadvisor listed Velocity Island Park, about 21 miles from Sacramento in Woodland.
The water park features floating obstacle courses, wakeboard lessons, private beaches and more.
Wake Island Waterpark
- Address: 7633 Locust Road, Pleasant Grove
- Phone: (916) 655-3900
Visit California recommended Wake Island Waterpark off Highway 99 in Placer County, just outside of Sacramento.
Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie or seeking a leisurely day, the water park offers several attractions, including floating obstacle courses, cabana rentals and wakeboarding lessons.
Island Waterpark
- Address: 6099 West Barstow Ave., Fresno
- Phone: (559) 277-6800
Right off of Highway 99, Island Waterpark in Fresno offers guests several water attractions.
Both Tripadvisor and Visit California highlighted the water park.
According to the website, the water park has a wave pool, a children’s play area, water slides and a lazy river.
Wild Water Adventure Park
- Address: 11413 East Shaw Ave., Clovis
- Phone: (559) 299-9453
Visit California listed Wild Water Adventure Park in Fresno County.
The water park features cabana rentals, water slides and a children’s play area.
Great Wolf Lodge
Visit California said there are two Great Wolf Lodge locations within California.
One is about 30 minutes north of Modesto in Manteca.
- Address: 2500 Daniels Street, Manteca
- Phone: (888) 966-9653
The second is in Southern California.
- Address: 12681 Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove
- Phone: (888) 960-9653
The indoor water park and resort is the “ultimate family vacation,” according to its website.
Attractions include a water park, mini golf courses and an arcade.
Splash-n-Dash Aqua Park
- Address: 9090 Lake McClure Road, Snelling
- Phone: (209) 600-7814
Tripadvisor listed Splash-n-Dash Aqua Park, which is about 30 miles northeast from Merced.
The water park sits on Lake McSwain and features floating obstacle courses, picnic areas and fishing docks.
The Ravine Waterpark
- Address: 2301 Airport Road, Paso Robles
- Phone: (805) 237-8500
In San Luis Obispo County, Tripadvisor recommended The Ravine Waterpark off Highway 46 in Paso Robles.
According to the website, the water park has a wave simulator, water slides and a lazy river.
Mustang Waterpark
- Address: 6840 Lopez Drive, Arroyo Grande
- Phone: (805) 489-8898
Tripadvisor also highlighted Mustang Waterpark in San Luis Obispo County.
Attractions include a children’s water playground and water slides.
This story was originally published June 1, 2024 at 5:00 AM with the headline "Looking for a water park to visit in California? Hit these spots, travel sources say."
