This Amusement And Waterpark In Northern California With Its Own Negative G-Force Hill Will Make Your Summer Epic
When it comes to planning a great summer day trip in Northern California, waterparks often come to mind. They are usually within a short driving distance from your home, offer something for the entire family, and will keep you cool. But at the South Bay Shores Waterpark, they’ve upped the game with an unbelievable element that will blow you away!
There’s nothing like a day at a fun, wet, and cool waterpark.
South Bay Shores Waterpark is a family-friendly attraction located inside of California’s Great America amusement park in Santa Clara, one of the best amusement parks in the state.
You’ll find a wide array of water-themed activities here.
Depending upon the thrill level desired, you can choose the Pacific Surge, an extreme water slide, ride the waves at the Breakers Bay wave pool, or visit the Tide Pool lagoon. These are just some of the best Northern California waterpark options.
Mission Falls is for those who want to experience the ultimate thrill ride!
Hang onto your swimsuit because this one is a doozy! After climbing several flights of stairs, thrill-seekers then sit on a two-person tube on which they plunge down 45 feet in a dark chute, then are catapulted back up a nearly vertical half-pipe, then plunged over a negative G-Force hill. How’s that for amusement park excitement!
Not every ride in the South Bay Shores Waterpark is heart-stopping.
If just a little bit of a tunnel and slide experience is your speed, then opt for the Reef Racer. It feels a bit like sliding down a beautiful waterfall.
There’s plenty for the wee little ones and their adults who just want to chill.
Refreshing fountains, inviting geysers, and pint-sized slides are part of the fun at Pup’s Pier. Family-friendly fun takes center stage here.
If a day at the waterpark is not enough, your ticket also includes all of the attractions offered at California’s Great America. You might want to make an entire weekend out of it!
Have you been to the South Bay Shores Waterpark? If so, we’d love to see your photos and hear about your experience there.
There are numerous other exciting waterpark adventures in Northern California, each offering something for everyone.
Address: South Bay Shores, 4701 Great America Pkwy, Santa Clara, CA 95054, USA
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For over 25 years Lysa Allman-Baldwin has fed her wanderlust for “everything the world has to offer” by passionately writing travel and feature articles for numerous global print and online publications. A Digital Nomad, Lysa is also a professional speaker, workshop facilitator, and author.
