Whether you prefer zooming down water slides, floating along the lazy river or lounging by the pool, Iowa’s many waterparks have something for everyone. Pack your bags for a weekend of fun and prepare for a road trip adventure that will make this summer truly unforgettable!
Lost Island
Lost Island, Waterloo – Driftless Area
USA Today ranked Lost Island as the 3rd best waterpark in the country, making it an experience unlike any other in the Midwest. And with temperatures starting to swelter, we’re ready to make a splash. For memories that your family won’t forget any time soon, Lost Island should be at the top of your summer bucket list. Surround yourself with palm trees and island music as your family races down one of 11 major waterslides, including one of the world’s only hydromagnetic water coasters, Wailua Kapua. Lost Island also offers a theme park across the street from the water park. In order to get the full experience of fun in the sun, visitors will want to plan at least one day at the waterpark and one at the theme park. Did somebody say road trip?
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USA Today ranked Lost Island as the 3rd best waterpark in the country, making it an experience unlike any other in the Midwest. And with temperatures starting to swelter, we’re ready to make a splash. For memories that your family won’t forget any time soon, Lost Island should be at the top of your summer bucket list. Surround yourself with palm trees and island music as your family races down one of 11 major waterslides, including one of the world’s only hydromagnetic water coasters, Wailua Kapua. Lost Island also offers a theme park across the street from the water park. In order to get the full experience of fun in the sun, visitors will want to plan at least one day at the waterpark and one at the theme park. Did somebody say road trip?
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Adventure Bay
Adventure Bay, Altoona – Capital Country
Located within the grounds of Adventureland Resort, Adventure Bay is a gigantic waterpark that features Iowa’s largest wave pool and lazy river. With a mix of thrilling water slides and multiple play areas for the kids, Adventure Bay will help you make a splash with your loved ones.
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Located within the grounds of Adventureland Resort, Adventure Bay is a gigantic waterpark that features Iowa’s largest wave pool and lazy river. With a mix of thrilling water slides and multiple play areas for the kids, Adventure Bay will help you make a splash with your loved ones.
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Siouxnami Waterpark
Siouxnami Waterpark, Sioux Center – Lakes & Land
Siouxnami Waterpark offers Iowa’s only aqua zip line – hold on tight as you start from an 8-foot-tall platform before taking the plunge into the lap pool. There’s also a lazy river with rolling waves, three outdoor water slides, slides specifically for kids and high and low diving boards. And, if the weather turns inopportune, head inside to the indoor park.
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Siouxnami Waterpark offers Iowa’s only aqua zip line – hold on tight as you start from an 8-foot-tall platform before taking the plunge into the lap pool. There’s also a lazy river with rolling waves, three outdoor water slides, slides specifically for kids and high and low diving boards. And, if the weather turns inopportune, head inside to the indoor park.
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Bridges Bay Resort
Bridges Bay Resort, Okoboji – Lakes & Land
Experience the best Okoboji has to offer at Bridges Bay Resort. Embrace some friendly competition with friends and family with fun racing slides and lily pads, as well as aquatic basketball and volleyball courts. There’s also a swim-up bar for adults wanting to enjoy a poolside beverage. Looking to get soaked? The indoor waterpark offers a 500-gallon dump bucket and a giant whirlpool!
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King’s Pointe Resort
King’s Pointe Resort, Storm Lake – Lakes & Land
As one of Iowa’s finest resorts, King’s Pointe offers everything you need for a relaxing vacation destination. The indoor and outdoor waterparks offer massive water slides, a lily pad walk, aquatic basketball, a lazy river and more. Once your family tires out, enjoy the resort’s spacious suites and cottages, plus al fresco dining and even a mini-golf and a nine-hole golf course across the street.
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As one of Iowa’s finest resorts, King’s Pointe offers everything you need for a relaxing vacation destination. The indoor and outdoor waterparks offer massive water slides, a lily pad walk, aquatic basketball, a lazy river and more. Once your family tires out, enjoy the resort’s spacious suites and cottages, plus al fresco dining and even a mini-golf and a nine-hole golf course across the street.
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Huck’s Harbor at FunCity Resort
Huck’s Harbor at FunCity Resort, Burlington – Storied & Scenic
FunCity Resort in Burlington offers amenities that will satisfy everyone in the family – a casino and sportsbook for the adults, kid-friendly offerings like laser tag, an arcade and, of course, Huck’s Harbor. Here, you’ll find various water slides, a lazy river, an activity pool and a splash pad.
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