Warmer months ahead mean it’s time to head to the water park, and splashing into the season with a fun family getaway could be a great way to kick off summer.  Water parks continue to be a top choice for many American travelers, resorts and water playgrounds that cater to all ages.  Whether you enjoy the challenge of an inner tube race or just prefer soaking in the lagoon, there are plenty of ways to experience some of America’s best water parks.

BudgetTravel.com recently announced its top 15 list of U.S. Water Parks, highlighting notable resorts such s Wilderness Territory in Wisconsin, Kalahari Resort in Ohio, and Aquatica by Seaworld in Florida.  Other top choices for family fun include:

Daytona Lagoon in Daytona Beach, Florida
This water park is famous for its black tunnel slide and Blackbeard’s Revenge, a wild ride through Blackbeard’s territory that is sure to give you an adrenaline rush.  The Daytona Lagoon also features water shows, performances and a speed slide that’s ideal for racing enthusiasts at heart. 

Water World in Denver, Colorado
While the city of Denver is famous for its easy access to the ski slopes, summer calls for plenty of water park activities.  Water World has a dinosaur theme, so your journey through the park involves visiting old volcanoes, encounters with animatronic T. Rex’s, and racing off on a toboggan ride. 

Splish Splash, Long Island, New York
It’s about 75 miles away from New York City, and a getaway that everyone in the family is sure to remember.  This water park is filled with Hollywood-themed rides including Alien Invasion, Hollywood Stunt Driver and Dragon’s Den.  From wading pools to slides and tubes, it’s easy to get lost in the maze of water park fun at this popular East Coast theme park.

Six Flags Theme Park in Atlanta, Georgia
When the heat index rises in Atlanta, it’s time to head to the water park at Six Flags, one of the nation’s most popular theme parks and resorts.  Six Flags Whitewater offers plenty of thrills – and a few chills to take the heat down a notch – with fast-paced action rides, water activities and the famous Tornado that will drop you over 50 feet. 

Splashtown Waterpark, San Antonio, Texas
If you’re an adrenaline junkie in need of a fix, this park is an ideal place to experience action-filled rides, head to the water slides, and even take in a movie or two.   There’s plenty of non-stop fun for the whole family at this water ride hotspot.

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