Make A Splash In The South: Our Guide To Southern Water Parks

Water parks in the South give residents and visitors a much needed way to cool off in the hot Southern sun. From Kentucky to Georgia and all the way to Florida, Southerners hit the pool from May to August.As part of a Huffington Post Travel serieson water parks, here's our guide to all the key information visitors need to know about the ones in the South.

White Water Atlanta

White Water Atlanta

One Ride, 5,000 Gallons Of Water

The Tornado

The Lazy River

Little Hooch Lazy RiverCliffhanger

Johnny Rockets And Classic Park Fare

Safety Record

Atlanta Journal Constitution

Address:250 Cobb Parkway N Marietta, GA 30062
Phone:770-948-9290
Hours:The park is open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Price:Adults, $36.99; children under 48 inches, $26.99. Children two and under are free. White Water Atlanta offers an online special: Adults, $29.99 when ordered through their website.

Beech Bend Splash Lagoon

Admission toBeech Bend Splash Lagoonis included with the ticket cost to Beech Bend Park. The park was honored with the "Publisher's Pick Park of the Year" by Amusement Today's Golden Ticket Awards. Drinks, sunscreen, mats and tubes are all included in the single ticket price. The Splash Lagoon is a great way to cool off between riding Beech Bend attractions.

A Four-Story Splash

Tiki Island

The Raging River

Beech Bend Splash Lagoon

Dining Options And Free Beverages

Safety Record

Address:798 Beech Bend Road Bowling Green, KY 42101
Phone:270-781-7634
Hours:During June and July, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m, seven days a week. During the second week of August through September, Splash Lagoon is only open on weekends.
Price:Adults over 54 inches, $29.99; children under 54 inches and seniors over 60, $25.99; children two and under are free.

Other Noteworthy Parks Near The South

Nashville Shores

Typhoon Lagoon

Alabama Adventure

Gulf Islands Water Park

Family Kingdom

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