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These 4 Epic Waterparks In West Virginia Will Take Your Summer To a Whole New Level

Published Jun 9, 2016

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Tammy Marie Rose

West Virginia doesn’t have any big waterparks like a lot of states, but it does a few pools with some great waterslides and sprinklers. Here is a look at four West Virginia waterparks that will take your summer to a whole new level.

1. Splash Zone, Clarksburg

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Clarksburg’s Splash Zone is located in the Veteran’s Park. The pool’s design is really unique and it offers visitors so many fun ways to get wet.

2. Waves of Fun, Hurricane

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This large wave pool is always busy throughout the summer. Ride the waves or have a blast going down the water slides.

3. Water Ways Water Park, Alkol

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Water Ways is real family fun. Kids and adults alike will make a day of going up and down the fast water slides.

4. JayDee's Family Fun Center, Inwood

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This waterpark is a hit with the kids. The sprinklers are perfect for the little ones while the bigger kids and adults have a screaming good time on the water slides.

Did I miss a waterpark you think should have been included? If so, share it with me in the comment section.

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