Whitewater Junction, Rock Island

Pool season kicks off at Whitewater Junction Aquatic Center with a wealth of attractions for everyone. The zero-depth to nine-foot pool features everything from body to open-drop slides for both thrill-seekers and those wanting a fun yet smooth ride. Read on to learn more about some of the slides featured at Whitewater Junction:

• The Zephyr: a dare-devil's delight that takes participants through a dark tunnel before going through a full spiral and S curve
• The Express: as the name implies, the slide sports a straight shot down to the bottom for a heart-pounding experience
• Tot Slide: little ones glide up and down the shallow pool slide before touching down on the soft padding
• The Rocket: after a fast S curve pick up speed for back to back spirals in this fun body slide