These 10 Waterparks In Kansas Are Pure Bliss For Anyone Who Goes There

Summertime in Kansas is hot, hot, hot and the best way to keep cool is to make a splash! I love exploring summertime destinations, and I rounded up a list of the best water parks in Kansas. Whether you're going with some friends or with your family, you're certain to have a blast at these awesome spots.

1. Rock River Rapids Aquatic Center (Derby)

Located just southeast of Wichita, this Derby attraction is home to epic play structures, water slides, and so much more! Rock River Rapids is one of the best waterparks in Kansas!

2. Wetlands Waterpark (Great Bend)

Too hot? The large 300-gallon tipping bucket at Wetlands Waterpark can fix that!

3. Adventure Bay Family Water Park (Liberal)

Cool off this summer with Adventure Bay's pools, slides, and playground equipment. Adventure Park is an exciting place to visit during the summertime.

4. Big Hill Splash Aquatic Center (Coffeyville)

Giant frog slides are always in style! Bring the little ones to Big Hill Splash Aquatic Center and watch their faces light up with joy!

5. The Big Pool (Garden City)

This iconic park, which opened in 1922, lives up to its name -- it's a freaking big, a 2.6 million gallon pool! You absolutely must visit Garden Rapids at the Big Pool at least once!

6. Hays Aquatic Park (Hays)

Float along the lazy river, speed down one of the slides, or get your tan on at Hays Aquatic Park.

7. Kenwood Cove (Salina)

Race you to the Green Monster, a 54-inch tube slide that drops nearly 320 feet, at Kenwood Cove Aquatic Park. This is what summer dreams are made of.

8. McPherson Water Park (McPherson)

Relax the day away in the slow, winding lazy river...You deserve it! McPherson Water Park has everything you need for a perfect summer day.

9. Riverside Beach Family Aquatic Center (Independence)

I've never been brave enough to try the water bowl...Have you? But even if you aren't a thrill-seeker, this waterpark is the perfect place to cool off and have fun. Riverside Beach Family Aquatic Center is an underrated gem.

10. Salt City Splash Aquatic Center (Hutchinson)

Salt City Splash Aquatic Center is a true oasis on the (hot and humid) plains!

Have you been to any of the best waterparks in Kansas? Which one is your favorite? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below! And if you know another must-visit summertime hot spot, nominate it for a chance to be featured.

For more fun in the sun, check out these summer destinations in Kansas.