Water parks in Missouri are a prime summer attraction, offering both a release from the heat and a fun family experience. Most parks offer an exciting array of activities from kid-size whirlpools to heart-stopping flume rides for more adventurous park goers. As part of a Huffington Post Travel series on family-fun parks, here is our guide to all the key information visitors need to know about Missouri water parks.
White Water
The thrilling
, located next to Silver Dollar City in Missouri's entertainment capital, is wet and wild fun for everyone. When not enjoying one of the park's ten main attractions, families can reserve a private cabana for up to 14 people or enjoy shaded areas on the park's ample deck space. The park also has an event called Night Water, in which guests can enjoy the park in the dark, on Fridays and Saturdays in July and August.
Signature Ride: Kalani Towers
White Water recently reopened
, its popular seven-story, six-lane water slide. Body surfers who are four feet or taller can hit speeds of more than 40 mph before plunging into a refreshing pool below.
Aloha River At Hula Hula Bay
New to White Water in 2011,
transports you to your own personal paradise. You'll ride 800-feet in your own personal inflatable raft through a (mostly) tranquil South Seas-themed river, but look out for unpredictable twists, steep waterfalls and surprise geysers. Be sure to save time for a visit to Coconut Grove, the kid-friendly play structure.
Dining Options
High Tide Hannah's Island Cafe and the Sandwich Island Cafe both serve family fare like sandwiches, salads, hot dogs and tacos. The Big Island Marketplace offers quick bites like cotton candy and popcorn. Treat the kids to an ice cream sundae at Island Delights, or have pizza at Domino's.
Safety Record
Our research revealed no notable news reports of accidents or safety issues at White Water.
Address: 3505 West Highway 76 Branson, MO 65616Phone: 800-475-9370Hours: July through Aug. 13, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. or 7 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Weekends only Aug. 14 to 31 and open Labor Day weekend. Closed Sept. 6 through June 30Price: $38 for adults, $32 for children four to 11 and $27 for seniors. A three-day, two-park pass for White Water and Silver Dollar City is $90 for adults and $70 for children
Big Surf Water Park
Affordable and convenient, Big Surf Water Park has a variety of rides and attractions. Plus, there's discount pricing for folks who don't intend to get in the water and just want to enjoy the park's dry-ground sports area. The park, just south of Lake of the Ozarks, is ideal for family reunions, company picnics and school field trips.
Signature Ride: Zambezi Falls
Thrilling
is the park's highest ride and fastest line. Riders who are more than four feet tall drop through a three-story half-pipe of rushing water and are encouraged to scream all the way.
Lazy Rivers, Flumes And Rapids
The 600-foot
offers a relaxing, leisurely inner tube ride for visitors of all ages. The giant, family-friendly wave pool creates waves up to three feet high. Thrill seekers should check out Challenger Flumes or the rapids.
Dining Options
The park's Surfside Grill serves a huge menu including pizza, sandwiches, hot dogs, burritos and barbecue. Return later in the day for ice cream, a pretzel or nachos supreme. Call ahead and the park will prepare a special group menu for birthday parties.
Safety Record
Our research revealed no notable news reports of accidents or safety issues at Big Surf.
Address: 954 State Road Y, Linn Creek, MO, 65052Phone: 573-346-6111Hours: June 4 through Aug. 12, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Aug. 13 through Sept. 2 weekends only. Open Labor Day weekend Sept. 3 to 5Price: $26.50 for adults, $21.50 for children four to 10, $17.50 for seniors and $26.50 with a $13.25 refund for non-swimmers
Other Noteworthy Parks Near Missouri
What's your favorite water park in Missouri?
Check out more WATER PARKS.
Our 2024 Coverage Needs You
It's Another Trump-Biden Showdown — And We Need Your Help
The Future Of Democracy Is At Stake
Our 2024 Coverage Needs You
Your Loyalty Means The World To Us
As Americans head to the polls in 2024, the very future of our country is at stake. At HuffPost, we believe that a free press is critical to creating well-informed voters. That's why our journalism is free for everyone, even though other newsrooms retreat behind expensive paywalls.
Our journalists will continue to cover the twists and turns during this historic presidential election. With your help, we'll bring you hard-hitting investigations, well-researched analysis and timely takes you can't find elsewhere. Reporting in this current political climate is a responsibility we do not take lightly, and we thank you for your support.
Contribute as little as $2 to keep our news free for all.
Can't afford to donate? Support HuffPost by creating a free account and log in while you read.
The 2024 election is heating up, and women's rights, health care, voting rights, and the very future of democracy are all at stake. Donald Trump will face Joe Biden in the most consequential vote of our time. And HuffPost will be there, covering every twist and turn. America's future hangs in the balance. Would you consider contributing to support our journalism and keep it free for all during this critical season?
HuffPost believes news should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their ability to pay for it. We rely on readers like you to help fund our work. Any contribution you can make — even as little as $2 — goes directly toward supporting the impactful journalism that we will continue to produce this year. Thank you for being part of our story.
Can't afford to donate? Support HuffPost by creating a free account and log in while you read.
It's official: Donald Trump will face Joe Biden this fall in the presidential election. As we face the most consequential presidential election of our time, HuffPost is committed to bringing you up-to-date, accurate news about the 2024 race. While other outlets have retreated behind paywalls, you can trust our news will stay free.
But we can't do it without your help. Reader funding is one of the key ways we support our newsroom. Would you consider making a donation to help fund our news during this critical time? Your contributions are vital to supporting a free press.
Contribute as little as $2 to keep our journalism free and accessible to all.
Can't afford to donate? Support HuffPost by creating a free account and log in while you read.
As Americans head to the polls in 2024, the very future of our country is at stake. At HuffPost, we believe that a free press is critical to creating well-informed voters. That's why our journalism is free for everyone, even though other newsrooms retreat behind expensive paywalls.
Our journalists will continue to cover the twists and turns during this historic presidential election. With your help, we'll bring you hard-hitting investigations, well-researched analysis and timely takes you can't find elsewhere. Reporting in this current political climate is a responsibility we do not take lightly, and we thank you for your support.
Contribute as little as $2 to keep our news free for all.
Can't afford to donate? Support HuffPost by creating a free account and log in while you read.
Dear HuffPost Reader
Thank you for your past contribution to HuffPost. We are sincerely grateful for readers like you who help us ensure that we can keep our journalism free for everyone.
The stakes are high this year, and our 2024 coverage could use continued support. Would you consider becoming a regular HuffPost contributor?
Dear HuffPost Reader
Thank you for your past contribution to HuffPost. We are sincerely grateful for readers like you who help us ensure that we can keep our journalism free for everyone.
The stakes are high this year, and our 2024 coverage could use continued support. If circumstances have changed since you last contributed, we hope you'll consider contributing to HuffPost once more.
Already contributed? Log in to hide these messages.
