Part Waterpark And Part Amusement Park, Adventureland Is The Ultimate Summer Day Trip In Iowa

When the kids are begging to go to an amusement park – or maybe the grown-up thrill-seekers are joining in – you don’t have to book a plane for an expensive vacation. Located in Altoona, Iowa, Adventureland Park has been thrilling coaster buffs and young riders since 1974. Today, it’s so much more than just a place to ride coasters. It’s also a water park, a resort, and the ultimate Iowa summer getaway.

As you drive through Altoona, you can't miss Adventureland Park - it's the number one attraction in town.

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Home to the tallest attractions in Iowa, you can see the rides popping out from the skyline long before you get to the gates.

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The park is home to several of the wildest roller coasters in Iowa, sending daring riders flying through the air and upside down.

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The park is packed with a full array of traditional family rides, innovative dark rides, and thrill rides of every level.

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The youngest riders - and those looking for an escape from the heat - will love taking a break on a scenic old-fashioned train ride around the park.

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But the fun's just started - Adventureland is home to Adventure Bay, a massive water park perfect for the hottest days.

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A complex network of thrilling water slides awaits anyone who didn't get enough of the roller coasters already!

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The youngest visitors will love the many interactive play areas and splash pads for safe water play.

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If you don't want to take the drive home - or just want another day of fun - check into the Adventureland Inn, a reasonably priced hotel on the grounds.

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The fun doesn't need to stop when the amusement parks close, thanks to a huge arcade located inside the inn.

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The comfortable rooms are the perfect place to rest, recharge, and get ready for another day of summer fun.

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Have you paid a visit to Adventureland and explored all Iowa’s largest amusement park has to offer? Let us know all about your trip in the comments section. If you’re planning your own summer adventure, make sure to visit the park’s website and Facebook page to catch up on all their summer plans.