Water park season is fast approaching in Southern California. As the heat starts to rise, there's no better way to spend an afternoon than splashing around in the water. Slather on the sunscreen, pack a beach bag, and get ready for some screamin' fun as you slip and slide down some wild water rides. Whether you are 7 or 70, a day at one of these epic Southern California water parks is an adventure you won't forget. Here are 9 of the best water parks in Southern California that you must experience this summer.
1. Sesame Place San Diego
Sesame Place San Diego is always an adventure. If water slides aren't your thing, you can always relax poolside at one of the cozy cabanas. Enjoy this walkthrough of this amazing water park:
2. Casitas Water Adventure
One of the smallest water parks on the list, this lovely spot is a hidden gem that is the perfect way to refresh yourself on a hot day.
3. Legoland Water Park in Carlsbad
Tucked inside the Legoland Amusement Park you will find a Lego-themed water park that's perfect for cooling off after a long day in the heat. If you have a Legoland day pass, you can upgrade for an additional $30 to get access to the water park. Enjoy this walkthrough of this amazing water park:
4. Knott's Soak City in Orange County
Get ready to slip 'n slide as Knott's Soak City opens seasonally in May.
5. Seaside Lagoon in Redondo Beach
This wonderful water park has been around since the 60s, so it's possible you have some fun memories hanging out at this park as a kid. You can experience another season of fun when it opens to the public in May. Get an aerial view of this wonderful swimming spot:
6. Raging Waters in San Dimas
If you want to check out the largest water park in California, then head to Raging Waters in San Dimas. Water slides and aqua roller coasters are part of the fun you will experience at this massive water park in SoCal. It opens seasonally each year in May.
7. Six Flags Hurricane Harbor in Valencia
With wild rides like the Bonzai Pipeline and Black Snake Summit, you will be screaming with joy as you barrel down these slick water slides of fun. Opening weekend is annually in May.
8. Camelot Golfland in Anaheim
Don't be confused by the name -- Camelot Golfland is so much more than just "Golf." This epic water slide is one of the adventures that await you at this fun water park that's a thrill for the whole family.
9. Great Wolf Lodge in Garden Grove
For an indoor waterpark adventure, Great Wolf Lodge has you covered - literally. No matter what the conditions are outside, the waterpark is a constant 84 degrees inside. No sunscreen is required for this day in the water.
Weekends at the water park bring back so many fun childhood memories. There's nothing like a water slide to make you feel like a kid again! Where's your favorite spot in SoCal to cool off on a hot day? Have you been to any of the best water parks in Southern California? Let us know about it in the comments. For more fun in the water, check out these swimming holes in Southern California.
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