Water Parks In Illinois: A Huffington Post Travel Guide
Water parks in Illinois bring a little bit of the tropics to the Midwest, with sun, fun and thrill rides. Whether you're looking for a fun outing with small children or a vacation with teens, Illinois water parks offer everything from toddler pools to tubing to daring rides that will make you scream. As part of aHuffington Post Travel serieson family-fun parks, here is our guide to all the key information visitors need to know about Illinois water parks.
Hurricane Harbor At Six Flags Great America
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Address:1 Great America Parkway, Gurnee, IL 60031
Phone:847-249-4636
Hours:Hurricane Harbor is open every day from May 28 to September 5 from 11:45 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Price:Tickets include entrance to Great America: adults, $56.99; children shorter than 48 inches, $34.99; children younger than 2, free.
Raging Rivers WaterPark
A beautiful location with a full view of the Mississippi River,Raging Rivers WaterParkoffers eight water attractions, including a huge wave pool, body flumes, and tubing down the Endless River. Rides range from the kids-only Itty Bitty Surf City to the Swirlpool just for bigger kids, teens and adults.
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Address:100 Palisades Parkway, Grafton, IL 62037
Phone:618-786-2345
Hours:The park is open 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. from Memorial Day to Labor Day, and until 7 p.m. June 11 to August 7; closed August 8 through August 26.
Price:Adults, $19.95; children (shorter than 48 inches) and seniors (60 and older), $16.95; children younger than 2, free.
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