When the temperatures rise in Minnesota, we can’t wait to get into the water to cool off. And when it comes to water, the best way to enjoy it, aside from our thousands of lakes, is obviously at one of our fabulous Minnesota water parks! From slides to wave pools, here are seven water parks in Minnesota that always make a splash.

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7. Como Regional Park Pool, St. Paul


This state-of-the-art waterpark features a lazy river, zip line, diving areas, climbing walls, a children’s pool, and a six-lane pool where folks can swim laps while the kids splash around. This is one of the best places to swim in Minnesota. Visit the Como Regional Park Pool webpage for more information.

You won’t be disappointed with a visit to any of these water parks in Minnesota – especially not on a hot, summer day! Have you visited any of the parks? Do you have any picks for the best Minnesota water parks? Let us know in the comments!

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What are the best amusement parks in Minnesota?

Visiting amusement parks are part of what makes summertime so fun! Open since the 1950s, Paul Bunyan Land spans 180 acres and is the largest amusement park in northern Minnesota. There are not only incredibly fun rides and attractions here, but an air of nostalgia for those who visited when they were children. Aside from rides, there is the Pioneer Village which gives a glimpse of what life was like during the pioneer days, a petting zoo, and dinosaur displays. You can have fun and learn something here at Paul Bunyan Land! If you would rather visit an amusement park that’s smaller in scale, Como Town is made just for children between the ages of 2-12 and is located on the grounds of the Como Park Zoo & Conservatory. There is a small roller coaster, zipline, and pirate ship among other kid-friendly rides. 

Are there any indoor waterparks in Minnesota?

Yes, Minnesota does have a few indoor waterparks and they are fun all year round! One of the largest is Great Wolf Lodge, a resort in Bloomington that has a 75,000 square foot waterpark with a long lazy river, activity pool, waterslides and so much more! There are also plenty of restaurants and other amenities as well to make your stay memorable and fun

What are some of the best summer destinations in Minnesota?

In the Land of 1,000 Lakes, there are innumerable options to add to your list of summertime destinations. In St. Croix, Big Marine Lake is a perfect choice to spend some time during the warmer months. With picnic and grassy areas, a large fishing dock, boat launch, and gorgeous sandy beach, you can have a perfect day of both relaxation and recreation. If you love to go tubing, there are plenty of lazy rivers to float on like Otter Tail River, Cannon River, or Root River. Just grab a tube, jump in the river, have fun, and cool off for a couple of hours as you float through a gorgeous natural setting. 

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