When the temperatures are rising there’s no better way to cool down than a water park! Luckily, we’ve got lots of great water parks in North Carolina. In fact, there are so many incredible options that it’s easy to put together a summer to-do list the kiddos will love. So, don your suit and prepare to get your splash on at the following best water parks in North Carolina.

1. Wet 'n' Wild Emerald Pointe, Greensboro

Emerald Pointe is one of the best water parks in North Carolina, Wet 'n' Wild Emerald Pointe. Get your adrenaline pumping by riding down a super tall water slide or just chill in the lazy river. There's a wave pool and smaller pools for young children. It's a guaranteed day of fun for the whole family.

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2. Carolina Harbor, Charlotte

When it comes to water parks in North Carolina, Carolina Harbor is a must-visit! Formerly Boomerang Bay, Carolina Harbor at Carowinds is billed as "the largest water park in the Carolinas." The massive water park features everything from giant water slides and wave pools to large play structures and a 3-acre kid’s area! Best of all, entry into Carolina Harbor is included with a Carowinds admission.

3. Great Wolf Lodge, Concord

This water park at Great Wolf Lodge in Concord is just one of many fun options at this epic attraction. The best part of all is that it's indoors, so it can be enjoyed rain *or* shine as it's one of the only indoor water parks in North Carolina.

4. Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park, Wilmington

Take a break from the beach and visit Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park. Kids will love the water slides; not to mention the go-kart course, laser tag, and mini-golf.

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5. Lake Lure Beach and Water Park, Rutherford County

When you're searching for a place to swim in North Carolina, you won't be disappointed with a visit to this beach-and-water-park combo. The fun-filled water park just adds awesomeness to the already gorgeous Lake Lure. The kids are sure to love it!

6. White Lake Water Park, Elizabethtown

Quite the opposite of the adventure above, take a break from the lake and spend a lazy afternoon at White Lake Water Park. There are slides, a wading pool, snacks, and gift shops. Bonus: the 50-foot-tall, 200-foot-long double turbo twister slide will give you the best thrills all summer!

So, did you know about these wonderful water parks in North Carolina? Have you visited any (or all) of the parks mentioned above? If so, which one is your favorite? Or, did we forget about your favorite water park in North Carolina? Tell us in the comments along with your favorite things to do in the summer.

These best water parks in North Carolina aren't the only options for beating the summer heat. We've also got lots of places to go swimming in North Carolina:

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