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Families in New England can escape the winter chill by visiting local indoor water parks, offering thrilling slides, relaxing pools, and family-friendly activities. Locations like Great Wolf Lodge and Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod provide engaging experiences with competitive pricing for day passes and accommodations. From themed water parks to extensive amenities, families can find the perfect getaway to make lasting memories this winter!
Winter Fun Awaits in New England’s Indoor Water Parks!
Hey there, families in New England! If you’re feeling the winter blues and dreaming of a sunny escape, look no further! Indoor water parks are here to save the day with splashes of joy and fun-filled family activities. Luckily for you, many of these aquatic oases are just a short drive away from cities like Boston and Connecticut, making them perfect for both day trips and weekend getaways.
Great Wolf Lodge New England
One of the newest gems in the region is the Great Wolf Lodge New England, where the water is always a toasty 84 degrees! This park has it all, including:
- Raft rides for four – perfect for adventurous families looking to share some thrills!
- A fantastic water fort treehouse for those mini explorers.
- Five exhilarating water slides for the brave-hearted.
- Various pools catering to kids of all ages.
- Activities beyond the water, like a climbing wall, ropes course, indoor mini-golf, and an arcade!
For a stay at Great Wolf Lodge, rooms start around $180 for a deluxe queen suite during the week. If you’re just looking to splash around for the day, day passes start at $50 per person for a full day and $40 for a half day. What a steal!
Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod
Heading south, Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod is the only indoor water park on Cape Cod, just a quick drive of about 1 hour and 45 minutes from Boston. This tropical paradise boasts:
- Four thrilling water slides for adventurous slides
- A shallow wading area designed for little ones.
- Climbing structures to challenge your kiddos!
- A fun dumping bucket that surprises kids with a splash.
- A lazy river, complete with a waterfall and rapids.
- A wave pool and a heated outdoor pool.
- A pool-side café with delicious kid-friendly food!
Room rates at Margaritaville start around $150 on weeknights, with day passes available at $51.50 per person. And, kids aged 2 and under can enjoy the fun for free!
Other Exciting Options
For families seeking unique experiences, check out the John Carver Inn & Spa featuring a themed water park with a replica of the Mayflower and an 80-foot water slide. Day passes are available, and room rates start around $139.
If you’re in Boston, look no further than the Water Park of New England. Just under an hour away, it features a kiddie pool, four waterslides, an obstacle area, and an arcade – day passes start at $50, with overnight packages around $459.
There’s also the cozy Hampton Inn in North Conway, which has a smaller indoor pool with tube slides. Rates start around $130, making it an affordable option for families.
Vermont and New Hampshire Attractions
In Vermont, the Pump House Indoor Water Park at Jay Peak is a real winner with exciting slides, indoor/outdoor hot tubs, and even a poolside bar. Costs start at $36 for kids and $45 for adults, with packages beginning at $385 per night. Meanwhile, in New Hampshire, Kahuna Laguna proudly holds the title of the largest indoor water park in the state, offering a plethora of slides, a wave pool, and a hot tub.
With day passes starting at just $35 and mid-week packages from $399, it’s an adventure just waiting for you!
And here’s an exciting future note: the Foxwoods Resort is set to open its own Great Wolf Lodge in 2025. Anticipated to be a massive addition with 92,000 square feet of attractions and 13 water slides, it promises to provide even more family fun!
So why not gather the family, pack your swimsuits, and dive into a winter of warmth and joy at one of New England’s fantastic indoor water parks? The memories you make will last a lifetime!
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- MassLive: New England’s Massive New Indoor Water Park
- Boston.com: Massachusetts’ Top 5 Indoor Water Parks
- I95 Rock: Water Park at Foxwoods
- CT Insider: Great Wolf Lodge Opening Date
- Seacoast Current: Great Wolf New England Water Park
- Wikipedia: Indoor Water Park
- Google Search: Indoor Water Parks New England
- Google Scholar: Indoor Water Parks
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Indoor Water Parks
- Google News: Indoor Water Parks New England
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