These 7 Epic Waterparks in Minnesota Will Take Your Summer To A Whole New Level
It’s that time of year again! The temps are starting to soar in Minnesota, and 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 our waterparks! From slides to wave pools, here are seven of the best waterparks in Minnesota that always make a splash.
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Minnesota's largest outdoor waterpark is built for fun with six amazing waterslides, a lazy river, a wave pool, and plenty of play areas for the little ones. It's super affordable and you'll never be bored! You need to put this waterpark at the top of your list of summer destinations in Minnesota. For more information, visit the Bunker Beach website.
This Eagan Waterpark has slides, a lazy river, a beach, and even mini-golf to keep you entertained. Get ready for a wild time! Learn more about Cascade Bay Waterpark and all it has to offer in our previous coverage.
This waterpark features four epic slides, a lazy river, and a kiddie park for plenty of fun. You can also try the alpine slides and go-karts in the summer. To plan your visit to the waterpark at Wild Mountain, head to the website.
Valleyfair amusement park's waterpark is full of awesome rides and a massive wave pool. Combine that with all their epic coasters and summer just got way better! For more informaition, visit the Valleyfair website.
Slides, geysers, pools, and more await you at this community waterpark in Waseca and there's plenty of room for the kids to play and the adults to lounge all summer long. Check the Waseca Water Park webpage for the most current admission fees and hours.
With two pools and this awesome play area, this campground is clearly the best in the state. You can also stay in their cabins if you want to enjoy the waterpark, without the camping! Read more about Kamp Dels in our previous coverage.
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 for the adults to swim laps! This is one of the best places to swim in Minnesota. Visit the Como Pool webpage for more information.
Have you been to any of the best waterparks in Minnesota? What are some of your favorite way to cool off in the summer?
Address: 701 County Rd A, Minneapolis, MN 55448, USA
Address: Civic Center Dr, St Paul, MN 55122, USA
Address: 37200 Wild Mountain Rd, Taylors Falls, MN 55084, USA
Address: 1 Valley Fair Dr, Shakopee, MN 55379, USA
Address: 200 26th Ave NE, Waseca, MN 56093, USA
Address: 14842 Sakatah Lake Rd, Waterville, MN 56096, USA
Address: 1151 Wynne Ave, St Paul, MN 55103, USA
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Best Waterparks In Minnesota
May 17, 2021
Melissa M.
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.
Address: 701 County Rd A, Minneapolis, MN 55448, USA
Address: Civic Center Dr, St Paul, MN 55122, USA
Address: 37200 Wild Mountain Rd, Taylors Falls, MN 55084, USA
Address: 1 Valley Fair Dr, Shakopee, MN 55379, USA
Address: 200 26th Ave NE, Waseca, MN 56093, USA
Address: 14842 Sakatah Lake Rd, Waterville, MN 56096, USA
Address: 1151 Wynne Ave, St Paul, MN 55103, USA
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Minnesota staff writer for Only in Your State and owner of Minnesota blog NorthGuide.co, I'm a Minneapolis transplant who loves my cats, camera, and local coffee. On the weekends I'm usually exploring the North Shore or making my way through the list of Minnesota's State Parks. Want to talk about MN or ask me a question? Tweet me @sotafiedjo!
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