9 Houston Area Water Parks (What Parents Think)
Here are the best water parks in Houston, with parent reviews so you know what to expect when you visit with your kids.
From lazy rivers to pulse-racing thrill rides to little kid splash pads, these Houston area waterparks offer fun in the sun for everyone in the family. Remember indoor waterparks for a year-round option, too.
If you've visited any Houston water parks, give your favorites a "like" and leave a review to share your tips with fellow parents!
Big Rivers Water Park & Adventures
Sarah D.: Whether relaxing on the largest lazy river in the Houston area, splashing in the tallest waves, or flying down the giant, gleaming slides, summer at Big Rivers can’t be beat!
Pirates Bay (Baytown Park District)
Sarah D.: Pirate's Bay features body slides, tube slides, a mat racer, a drop slide, a long lazy river, wave pool, water play structure, and more!
Calypso Cove (Baytown Park District)
Sarah D.: Calypso Cove offers a zero-entry pool, slide tower, water-crossing activity, covered picnic areas, and more!
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown
Vanessa M.: One of the best ways to beat the hot Texas sun is to cool off at Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown, a major waterpark with lots of thrilling rides, including a 3-story treehouse with a 1,000-gallon dump bucket!
Moody Gardens Palm Beach
Sarah D.: Enjoy a fun day at Galveston's only white sand beach! Moody Gardens features a lazy river, wave pool, tower slides, splashpad, and an aquarium adventure playground.
Schlitterbahn Waterpark
Sarah D.: There’s something for everyone at Schlitterbahn Galveston. Rivers connect for a mile of fun through three distinct park sections at Schlitterbahn Galveston. The waterpark is a thrill seekers paradise with high thrill speed slides. Each section has raft rides, pools and water coasters with great picnic pavilions and pint sized water playgrounds for kids of all ages.
Jellystone Park Waller
Sarah D.: Day passes at Jellystone Park include access to their huge water park, swimming pools, mini golf course, jumping pillows, playground, sports courts, and more. The water park features a water playground, water slides, and splash pad.
Typhoon Texas Water Park
Sarah D.: At Typhoon Texas Water Park, you can experience the thrills of waterslides, float on the lazy river, and enjoy live entertainment.
Splashway Water Park & Campground
Sarah D.: Splashway Water Park offers a relaxing day in the sun in a family-friendly environment! Splashway Water Park features slides, a lazy river, a wave pool, and toddler areas! There really is something for everyone here!
Primary photo: Palm Beach at Moody Gardens
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