We love our fresh water in Michigan. But then again, there are still plenty of us who want all the fun of the water, without having to fuss over driving out to crowded and often frigid beaches. And also those of us with little ones who we prefer to have splashing around within safe proximity of a trained lifeguard.
That’s the beauty of the waterpark. All the fun, in a safe, controlled environment. Plus many of these places have indoor facilities, meaning that the water can be enjoyed rain, snow, sleet, or shine. Last year we brought you 10 of our favorites. We’re showcasing some of those spots this year, but with some additions from our lovely readers. Have a look.
- Avalanche Bay, Boyne Falls
Avalanche Bay/Facebook This is Michigan’s largest indoor water park and features a lazy river, slides and kiddie pool.
- Double JJ Resort, Rothbury
Double JJ Resort/Facebook Featuring a “Lazy Crazy” river, wave pool, water fort, splash pool for the little kiddos, basketball, and hot tubs for the grown folks.
- Flash Flood At Full Blast Recreation Center
Flash Flood At Full Blast Recreation Center/Facebook This indoor/outdoor water park is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day, so make sure to get out there this season.
- Gold Rush Water, New Era
Gold Rush Water/Yelp Gold Rush is indoors so you don’t have to concern yourself with that oh-so-unpredictable Michigan weather.
- Great Wolf Waterpark, Traverse City
Great Wolf Waterpark/Facebook This waterpark is stacked with activities for every age level, including the Fort Mackenzie structure, River Canyon Run, four-story Alberta Falls, and the Totem Towers water slides.
- Michigan Adventure, Muskegon
Michigan Adventure/Facebook The state’s largest amusement park, you’ll want to make a trip of it and break up the fun into two days. One, for roller coaster thrills, the other for chilling in the water park.
- Soaring Eagle Waterpark and Hotel
Soaring Eagle Waterpark and Hotel/Facebook This place is great if your family wants to spend a few days out of town. Kids will have a blast, parents can leave the household chores behind during the hotel stay.
- Splash Universe Indoor Water Park, Dundee
Splash Universe Indoor Water Park/Facebook With more than 100,000 gallons of water in this year-round attraction, there’s plenty of space for everyone in the family.
- Spring Lake Community Fitness and Aquatic Center
Spring Lake Community Fitness and Aquatic Center/Facebook There’s a little something for everyone here. It’s a community fitness center, so in addition to the water slide area and splash park, there’s lap swimming, a gym filled with workout equipment, and facilities for private parties.
- Zehnder’s Splash Village, Frankenmuth
Zehnder’s Splash Village/Facebook This indoor spot features some 50,000+ square feet of aqua fun, including a six-story family raft ride, super loop body slide, and a zero-dept entry pool filled with water geysers, basketball, and volleyball.
Pretty neat-o, huh? Tell us, what are we missing? Where are your fave waterparks in Michigan?
Avalanche Bay/Facebook
This is Michigan’s largest indoor water park and features a lazy river, slides and kiddie pool.
Double JJ Resort/Facebook
Featuring a “Lazy Crazy” river, wave pool, water fort, splash pool for the little kiddos, basketball, and hot tubs for the grown folks.
Flash Flood At Full Blast Recreation Center/Facebook
This indoor/outdoor water park is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day, so make sure to get out there this season.
Gold Rush Water/Yelp
Gold Rush is indoors so you don’t have to concern yourself with that oh-so-unpredictable Michigan weather.
Great Wolf Waterpark/Facebook
This waterpark is stacked with activities for every age level, including the Fort Mackenzie structure, River Canyon Run, four-story Alberta Falls, and the Totem Towers water slides.
Michigan Adventure/Facebook
The state’s largest amusement park, you’ll want to make a trip of it and break up the fun into two days. One, for roller coaster thrills, the other for chilling in the water park.
Soaring Eagle Waterpark and Hotel/Facebook
This place is great if your family wants to spend a few days out of town. Kids will have a blast, parents can leave the household chores behind during the hotel stay.
Splash Universe Indoor Water Park/Facebook
With more than 100,000 gallons of water in this year-round attraction, there’s plenty of space for everyone in the family.
Spring Lake Community Fitness and Aquatic Center/Facebook
There’s a little something for everyone here. It’s a community fitness center, so in addition to the water slide area and splash park, there’s lap swimming, a gym filled with workout equipment, and facilities for private parties.
Zehnder’s Splash Village/Facebook
This indoor spot features some 50,000+ square feet of aqua fun, including a six-story family raft ride, super loop body slide, and a zero-dept entry pool filled with water geysers, basketball, and volleyball.
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