{"id":13888,"date":"2022-02-25T13:58:57","date_gmt":"2022-02-25T19:58:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/?p=13888"},"modified":"2022-02-25T14:01:05","modified_gmt":"2022-02-25T20:01:05","slug":"7-favorite-water-park-rides","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/7-favorite-water-park-rides\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Favorite Water Park Rides"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>So it\u2019s your first time going to an indoor water park &nbsp;or maybe you\u2019ve been to one a bunch of times! &nbsp;For your next visit, we have a list of water park attractions to get you and your family excited. If you\u2019re curious about the different kinds of water park attractions, stay tuned!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-water-slides\">#1 Water Slides<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"591\" height=\"334\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/image-9.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13890\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/image-9.png 591w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/image-9-450x254.png 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 591px) 100vw, 591px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>First, we have our classic body slides! These are one-person slides that you\u2019ll ride on your own and zip down to the bottom. Body slides are thrilling because you\u2019ll get to feel the water close to you. There are different slides for toddlers, younger children and teens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another kind of water slide is a tube ride. You\u2019ll ride either a single tube, a double tube or a tube meant for more riders, it just depends on the ride. Tube rides are fun because you can experience the slide together with a member of your family and you\u2019ll feel a big rush as you drop into the plunge pool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-wolf-tail\">#2 Wolf Tail<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Wolf Tail Water Slide - Body Slide - New England\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1uqhkEWTmMI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When you\u2019re riding the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/arizona\/waterpark-attractions\/indoor-water-park\/wolf-tail\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/arizona\/waterpark-attractions\/indoor-water-park\/wolf-tail\">Wolf Tail<\/a>, which is a vertical drop water slide, you\u2019ll step into the launch pad and get ready for the ride of a lifetime! The floor will drop from under you and you\u2019ll be free falling from a nearly vertical, 20 foot drop. This exciting and dramatic drop will be followed by a 360-degree high-speed loop for the ultimate adventure. You\u2019ll then drop into a shallow landing pool to help you slow down after your epic ride!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-drop-slides\">#3 Drop Slides<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"621\" height=\"351\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/image-10.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13891\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/image-10.png 621w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/image-10-450x254.png 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 621px) 100vw, 621px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Drop water slides, also known as speed slides, are super fast! You\u2019ll catch a lot of speed as you zoom down to the bottom. Some of the slides, like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/mason\/waterpark-attractions\/indoor-water-park\/alberta-falls\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/mason\/waterpark-attractions\/indoor-water-park\/alberta-falls\">Alberta Falls water park ride<\/a>, will be a few stories high. You\u2019ll go through many twists and turns until you slide to the bottom! When you get to the bottom you\u2019ll reach either a shallow landing pool or a long chute that will help you slow down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-wolf-rider-wipeout\">#4 Wolf Rider Wipeout<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Wolf Rider Wipeout - Great Wolf Lodge Southern California\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cLQFMm7xaAY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Wolf Rider Wipeout, an indoor surfing simulator, is a surfer\u2019s dream! You\u2019ll catch each wave with a bodyboard. You\u2019ll ride endless waves in three different riding positions that are perfect for everyone in the family, from beginners to experts. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/southern-california\/waterpark-attractions\/indoor-water-park\/wolf-rider-wipeout\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/southern-california\/waterpark-attractions\/indoor-water-park\/wolf-rider-wipeout\">Wolf Rider Wipeout<\/a> is an exciting ride because you\u2019ll feel the waves up close and will be able to control the board to catch some swells.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-lazy-rivers\">#5 Lazy Rivers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"525\" height=\"297\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/image-11.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13892\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/image-11.png 525w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/image-11-450x255.png 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 525px) 100vw, 525px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Lazy rivers are one of our favorite water park rides! The lazy river is a shallow pool that flows like a river. You\u2019ll sit on a tube and ride along with the gentle current. You can even swim in the river like a true river otter or bear. This is the perfect ride for the end of your day. You\u2019ll relax and float, regain your strength and maybe hop back on one last slide ride before exploring other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/activities\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/activities\">water park activities.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-wave-pools\">#6 Wave Pools<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Wave pools are a ton of fun. They are swimming pools with large waves that swell every 5 minutes and rock and roll the water around you. You\u2019ll feel like you\u2019ve landed in the middle of the ocean! The wave pool is family fun for kids of all ages. This ride is sure get you energized for the day ahead!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-fort-mackenzie-water-playground\">#7 Fort Mackenzie Water Playground<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Fort Mackenzie - New England\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dkCXHjpjgzk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Water playgrounds and splash pads are where toddlers and kids can have fun climbing forts and playgrounds that are full of water surprises! There as special splash features, interactive water toys and for the ultimate experience, a gigantic bucket that dumps 500 gallons of water! One of our favorite activities at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/colorado-springs\/waterpark-attractions\/indoor-water-park\/fort-mackenzie\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/colorado-springs\/waterpark-attractions\/indoor-water-park\/fort-mackenzie\">Fort Mackenzie<\/a> is to swing on the climbing ropes and play under the streams of water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you know a little bit more about water park rides we hope you\u2019ll visit us soon where you can splash and ride all day long! Click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/locations\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/locations\">here<\/a> to find a Great Wolf Lodge indoor water park near you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>So it\u2019s your first time going to an indoor water park &nbsp;or maybe you\u2019ve been to one a bunch of times! &nbsp;For your next visit, we have a list of water park attractions to get you and your family excited. 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