Canada is endowed with so many beautiful sceneries that when summer begins, nothing can beat going for a water park. Be it thrilling water slides, wave pools, and complex water tracks, these water parks provide recreation for all ages. So, pack your swimsuit and your sunglasses, and let the adventures begin!
1. Calypso Waterpark (Limoges, Ontario)
Calypso is known as the largest outdoor water park in Canada. It has attractions that include extreme rides like the Boomerango, a high-speed loop, the Torrent, which is wild water rafting. For families, there is T-Rex Cove, a water play area, and La Riviere Calypso, an aqua tube waterway. Apart from water rides, Calypso features a number of eating joints ranging from cafes to a formal restaurant. There is also an available wave pool for all the people who would like to surf and cabanas for people who like to relax near the pool.
2. World Waterpark at West Edmonton Mall (Edmonton, Alberta)
This water park is indoors and thus can operate throughout the year without being affected by rain or any other weather condition. It has its own theme, which encompasses such attractions as Cyclone and Abyss – slides, a wave pool, and a gondola ride. It is located in West Edmonton Mall so it is possible to enjoy water attractions and shopping at over 800 stores and eating places. See a movie, ice skate at a facility within the complex or take a trip to Galaxyland, a large indoor playground.
3. Fallsview Indoor Waterpark (Niagara Falls, Ontario)
Situated close to the Niagara Falls, this water park provides scenic beauty in addition to water rides. Choose from the thrilling Canadian Horseshoe Falls virtual tram tour or the heart-stopping Niagara’s Fury. For the younger children, there is a separate children’s pool with a couple of low-impact slides and fountains. After water adventures, take a walking tour along Niagara Parkway to see the real Niagara Falls at its best or go sightseeing in the multitude of things to do in the Niagara Falls tourist district.
4. Valcartier Vacation Village (Quebec City, Quebec)
This is a water park which operates throughout the year with both indoors and outdoors amenities. During the summer, guests will be able to experience extreme descents such as the Tsunami and the Arroser and in the winter, there will be snow tubing and a castle made from ice. The resort’s lodging capabilities include standard hotel rooms, condominiums, which makes it ideal for a water park vacation. The Valcartier Winter Club is also located right next to the hotel and offers skiing, snowboarding, and ice-skating in the winter.
5. Cultus Lake Waterpark (Cultus Lake, British Columbia)
Cultus Lake Waterpark offers spectacular views of mountains as well as some of the best water rides. Adrenaline junkies will enjoy the stomach-flipping Freefall and the spine-chilling Valley of Fear. Thus, for more diversified leisure, one may swim in the lazy river or swim in the hot tub. There is also a seating area with barbecue pits, so if you want to spend the entire day in the park, you can pack your lunch. After the water park, you can have a boat ride in Cultus Lake while using a kayak or paddle or go out for a mountain hike.
6. Wild Water Kingdom (Brampton, Ontario)
This is one of the most famous water parks that provide its visitors with numerous attractions of different levels of intensity. For fun-loving families, there is the Splash Landing and for the extreme thrill-seekers, then there is the terrifying Abyss. The park also has a wave pool and a lazy river for those who wish to have a more relaxing water ride. For an additional cost, it is possible to rent a cabana for the day; this means that one gets a sun shelter and storage for personal items.
7. Magic Mountain Water Park (Moncton, New Brunswick)
New Brunswick’s largest water park is guaranteeing a full day of wet entertainment for the family. The new addition to the theme park is the gigantic wave pool or the daunting Monsoon–a fast ride with a steep inclination of almost forty-five degrees. As for the younger children, there is a special play area with sprinklers, toys, and water fountains. There is also entertainment in the form of arcades and mini-golf in case one feels they have had enough water activities. In the evening, one could watch a movie at the theatre in the park or take a bite at any park restaurant.
8. Shining Waters Family Fun Park (PEI)
For those who are looking to explore Prince Edward Island and enjoy the beauty of its seaside, Shining Waters has it all. Younger ones will enjoy the mild slopes and aquatic play area in Turtle Cove, on the other hand, grownups can challenge themselves at the Cannonbowl, a massive swirling bowl that shoots the riders out. Additional entertainment at the park includes mini-golf and go-karting. In the evening, have a sumptuous seafood meal at any of the restaurants in nearby Charlottetown or take a leisurely stroll at the Victoria Park waterfront.
9. Super Aqua Club (Pointe-Calumet, Quebec)
This expansive water park facility includes such features as slides, wave pools, and tubing rivers for guests of all ages. Action lovers can take up the Boomerango which is a giant slide with a big loop while families can opt for the wave lagoon. There is also a number of eating establishments in the park ranging from coffee shops to restaurants. For a little more money, one can rent a cabana for the day, which offers a shaded space with a couch and chair, as well as a locker to store personal items.
- Splash Works at Canada’s Wonderland (Vaughan, Ontario)
Experience the best of water park and amusement park together all in one site at Splash Works at Canada’s Wonderland. Enjoy the Dragon Fire featuring two long heart line chutes or challenge your friends on the multi-lane Drop Zone. For children, there is an area with a set of water games for kids and water spouts. After washing up, take a bus to Canada’s Wonderland where you can enjoy various mechanical rides, roller coasters, and performances.
Therefore, no matter the adventure-seeker or the leisure watcher you are, Canada has the water park that suits you. It is time for sun, sea, and sand – pack your swimsuit and don’t forget the sunscreen.