Wild Water Kingdom

Enormous waterslides twist like snakes above Wild Water Kingdom's acres of landscaped grass and open pools. All in all, 17 aquatic attractions dip, dunk, and douse visitors in torrents of water as they whip down slides with names such as Corkscrew and Sidewinder. Though tykes frolic on the semi-submerged playsets of Dolphin Bay, older visitors scream in delight as they hurtle through the twisting pitch-black tunnels of the Night Rider. Elsewhere, sun-soaked volleyball courts and dual miniature golf courses—one themed after a shipwreck, the other an enchanted forest—provide entertainment that keep suede swimsuits perfectly dry.

Despite the ample outdoor fun, several attractions offer respite from the sun. The Wild Water Drive-In Theatre allows families and couples to enjoy an excursion without leaving the comfort of their car or motorized couch, and to the east of the main park, a 60,000-square-foot indoor arena hosts soccer games and athletic summer camps.