Top 8 water parks in Ontario to beat the heat
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Need to cool down this summer? Whether you’re looking for a splash pad for the kids, a whirling tube slide or an exhilarating drop into a loop-de-loop, Ontario’s many water parks offer aquatic adventures for the whole family.
Take a road trip to one of the province’s water parks or drive to an attraction close by. No matter what you’re looking for, there’s something for everyone at one of these eight water parks in Ontario.
Calypso
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Where: 2015 Calypso St., Limoges, ON
Home to Canada’s tallest waterslide tower, Calypso is your island escape near Ottawa. Catch some waves at Calypso Palace, ride the twists and turns of Adrenaline and get sucked into the vortex of the Black Hole. You can relax poolside with a picnic or concessions when you're not zipping down slides.
Wet’n’Wild
Where: 7855 Finch Ave., Brampton, ON
This family-friendly water park is located just outside Toronto. Kids can enjoy the splash areas, and thrill-seekers will love the rush of heart-pounding slides like the Krazy Kanuck and Klondike Express. The whole family will love to float down the Muskoka Soakah lazy river. The park also holds special events like character visits, bubble parties and “dive-in” movie nights.
Bingemans Big Splash
Where: 425 Bingemans Centre Dr., Kitchener, ON
Between exciting waterslides, a wave pool and a water playground for kids, the Big Splash is your perfect summer day in the Waterloo region. Kids will have a blast, and parents can partake in the excitement on high-octane rides like the Boomerango, the Cyclone and Torpedo Bay.
Canada’s Wonderland Splash Works
Where: 1 Canada's Wonderland Dr., Vaughan, ON
You know Canada’s Wonderland as a roller coaster-lover's paradise, but did you know there are 17 waterslides within the park to choose from? Kids can swim in the Lakeside Lagoon, and families can take a tube over Moosehorn Falls. Older kids and adults can cannonball off the Mountain Bay Cliffs into the water below. Get your adrenaline pumping with thrill rides and family fun at Splash Works!
CAA Members save on single admission tickets to Canada’s Wonderland.
Fallsview Indoor Waterpark
Where: 5685 Falls Ave., Niagara Falls, ON
North America’s largest indoor water park is just a two-minute walk from Niagara Falls. While lounging on Fallsview Beach, you’ll feel like you’re in a tropical locale. Compete with your friends on the Extreme Racing slide or go with the flow in the Tidal Wave pool. The best part? You can catch a glimpse of the majestic falls from the top of some of the slides.
Splash On
Where: 55 Lakeshore Dr., Barrie, ON
Splash, bounce, and play at Canada’s largest inflatable waterpark all day. Monkey bars, climbing walls, trampolines, slides and much more await at this lakeside attraction for ages five and up. You can even use the launchpad to send your friends sky-high before landing in the refreshing waters of Lake Simcoe.
Splash N Go Adventure Parks
Where: Bell Park, Paris St., Greater Sudbury, ON and 490 Empire Rd., Sherkston, ON
With two sites in Sudbury and Sherkston, this floating waterpark is an obstacle course for anyone looking for a challenge. Balance on stepping stones over the water or climb the rock wall to a jumping platform, where you’ll fly into the cool water below. With different activities for different skill levels, this is a fun summer day for both kids and adults.
Hoopla Island
Where: 35 Minnesota St., Kenora, ON
Trying not to wipe out is the ultimate challenge on Hoopla Island. Located along the natural shoreline of Lake of the Woods, you can mix adventures in the great outdoors with family fun. Bounce on the trampoline and jump from island to island for a never-ending source of summer fun.
Save on the way
When you drive to an Ontario water park, stop at Shell to fuel your car. You can save three cents per litre on fuel and ten per cent on snacks and drinks at participating Shell locations.
