There are certain seasonal activities that New Yorkers make a point to experience each summer, one of them being a visit to a water park. With such a limited summer season in NY, the best water parks in the state know how to make the most of the the warm weather and squeeze in as much adrenaline and splash-filled magic as they can! Of course, the worst part of your trip will be deciding the first and last rides that you’ll go on. Make your summer simply unforgettable, soak up those sun rays, and get your thrills all in the same place the these mesmerizing water parks in New York:

1. SplashDown Beach Water Park, Fishkill
SplashDown Beach, 16 Old Rte 9 W, Fishkill, NY 12524, USA
SplashDown Beach Water Park/TripAdvisor
Known for being America's Big Little Water Park, SplashDown Beach has a ton of rides that you won't find at other New York water parks. One of their most exciting rides is the Humunga Half-Pipe, which happens to be the only zero gravity half-pipe in all of the Empire State. With plunging water slides, wave pools and other various rides, there's something for guests of all ages to enjoy at this gem of Dutchess County.
2. Enchanted Forest Water Safari, Old Forge
Enchanted Forest Water Safari, 3183 NY-28, Old Forge, NY 13420, USA
Enchanted Forest Water Safari/TripAdvisor
Named one of the best water parks in America last year, Enchanted Forest Water Park is almost definitively our favorite to visit in all of New York. A family favorite getaway to take for over 60 years now, the park has transformed over the years. Now home to insane water slides and other water-based rides, you'll dread having to leave this exciting place.
3. Splish Splash, Calverton
Splish Splash Water Park, 2549 Splish Splash Dr, Calverton, NY 11933, USA
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Out on Long Island in Suffolk County is a water park that's well worth the drive. Splish Splash offers a variety of attractions that will appeal to everyone in your family, and even has tube slides and body slides that will give you a thrill.
4. Seabreeze Amusement Park, Rochester
Seabreeze Amusement Park, 4600 Culver Rd, Rochester, NY 14622, USA
Seabreeze Amusement Park/Facebook
Just along the north end of Irondequoit Bay in Rochester is an incredible water park that gives you a view of our natural water just off in the distance. With more than 70 different attractions at this park, it's nearly impossible to run out of adventures to take at Seabreeze Amusement Park!

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5. Thunder Island, Fulton
Thunder Island Event Center, 21 Wilcox Rd, Fulton, NY 13069, USA
Thunder Island/Facebook
Nestled along the Oswego River in the city of Fulton, Thunder Island opens every year towards the end of June. A water park that also offers other attractions like mini golf, go-karting, ziplining and other fun activities, this spot is a great place to visit if you find yourself in or around the area of Central New York.
6. Zoom Flume, East Durham
Zoom Flume Water Park, 20 Shady Glen Rd, East Durham, NY 12423, USA
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Just an hour south of Albany, this spot is one that's secluded but still quite close to the Capital Region. Part of Greene County, Zoom Flume has the backdrop of our beautiful forestry all while you're enjoying this fantastic family-friendly water park. From the kid-friend areas where little ones can wade in the pond to more thrilling rides that will leave you speechless, everyone will enjoy a trip to this Catskills destination.
7. Roseland Waterpark, Canandaigua
Roseland Waterpark, 250 Eastern Blvd, Canandaigua, NY 14424, USA
Roseland Waterpark/Facebook
Enjoy a day trip out to the Finger Lakes where places like Roseland Waterpark have something extraordinary to offer visitors. Not only does the property features your typical waterpark made up of exciting slides and tubing adventures, but you can also experience inflatable fun out at the marina.
8. Darien Lake Splashtown, Corfu
Six Flags Darien Lake, 9993 Alleghany Rd, Corfu, NY 14036, USA
Darien Lake Amusement Park/TripAdvisor
Darien Lake's Splashtown is one of our absolute favorite parts about visiting this Western New York theme park. Almost right between Buffalo and Rochester, the park is just under an hour away from both of these major cities. From insane rides like the Brain Drain and Tornado to lazy rivers and smile-inducing slides, every water park attraction you could want is waiting for you here.
9. Six Flags/Hurricane Harbor, Queensbury
Six Flags Great Escape, 1172 US-9, Queensbury, NY 12804, USA
Six Flags Great Escape and Hurricane Harbor/Facebook
Just ten minutes outside of the village of Lake George is one of our most adrenaline-inducing attractions of Upstate New York. Make your way past jaw-dropping rides and roller coasters and go to the back of the park where the grand Hurricane Harbor awaits you. A great spot to take the younger crowd, this diverse water park is the perfect way to cool down after exploring the larger amusement park.

These are just a few of the best water parks in New York, but they all hold a special place in our heart! Which water park do you anticipate opening each and every year?

For more ways to keep yourself busy this summer, plan a weekend away to this charming small town in New York. Or, check out even more seasonal activities in our official NY summer guide!

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Are there any waterfront restaurants in New York?

Speaking of getting out on the water, oceanfront views, lakeside dining, and even spectacular waterfall restaurants all shine in the Empire State - the state has a plethora to choose from, each with a unique personality and even better cuisine! From fine-dining by the water to casual eateries boasting al fresco vibes, some of our favorite waterfront restaurants in New York include:

  • Big Moose Inn, Eagle Bay
  • Blue Pointe Grill, Watkins Glen
  • Blue Water Grill, Skaneateles
  • The Boathouse, Ossining
  • Boatyard Grill, Ithaca
  • Channelside Restaurant, Clayton
  • Half Moon, Dobbs Ferry
  • Harvest on Hudson, Hastings on Hudson
  • Hedges Nine Mile Point, Webster
  • Lakeside Restaurant and Tavern, Hammondsport
  • Naked Turtle, Plattsburgh
  • The Oar Steak and Seafood Grille, Patchogue
  • Pelican's Nest Restaurant, Rochester
  • Red Hat on the River, Irvington
  • Seneca Harbor Station, Watkins Glen
  • Shadows on the Hudson, Poughkeepsie
  • The Silo Restaurant, Lewiston
  • The Suds Factory River Grill, Baldwinsville
  • The Waters Edge Lighthouse, Schenectady
  • X20/Xaviars on the Hudson, Yonkers

 

For some spectacular restaurants in New York that offer epic dining views both on and off the water, check out some of our favorites. You'll also find that New York has plenty of unique dining options to enjoy as well - like this floating bar!

Where are the best ice cream shops in New York?

Nothing screams summer like a refreshing scoop (or two) of hand-churned ice cream or a refreshing, nostalgic dipped cone. From classic soft serve to frozen yogurt, gelato, sundaes, and swirls piled high with toppings, some of the best ice cream shops in New York are:

  • Bellvale Farms, Warwick
  • Cherries Ice Cream, Stone Ridge
  • Cheshire Farms Creamery, Canandaigua
  • Cayuga Lake Creamery, Interlaken
  • Donnelly's Ice Cream, Saranac Lake
  • Fortunes Ice Cream, Tivoli
  • Hedonist Artisan Ice Cream, Rochester
  • Kurver Kreme, Albany
  • Lake Effect Artisan Ice Cream, Lockport
  • Martha’s Dandee Creme, Queensbury
  • Marvel Frozen Dairy, Lido Beach
  • Pattys Bunches & Berries, Mattutuck
  • Purity Ice Cream Co., Ithaca
  • Snowflake Ice Cream Shoppe, Riverhead

 

Can't decide where to start? Take New York's official ice cream trail.

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