The Funniest Place to Go with Kids Near New England

When searching for fun places to bring your kids this summer, the sheer number of possibilities can seem endless and overwhelming. For a day filled with family fun out in the beauty of nature, NH’s White Mountains provide plenty of breathtaking views for hiking or relaxing. With its quaint 18 miles of shoreline, New Hampshire’s coast makes for a unique family day as well. Looking for a freshwater getaway? The mountain lakes region invites families to swim, fish, and sail their troubles away. We’re tired just thinking about all of the outdoor summer options!  

Let’s make it easy; you and your family can have all of the fun New Hampshire has to offer in one convenient location: Water Country! From the Adventure River, to the Wave Pool, we have all of the epic water attractions to keep your summer cool and thrilling.  

As with any water park, Water Country is a land full of rides, slides, and plenty of pools and places to keep cool for everyone! To see how this is one of the most fun places to go with kids, check out our top picks for water attractions. 

Bubble Bay 

Let’s start with some fun for even the smallest guests. We recommend Bubble Bay as the perfect place to start your splashing journey into Water Country! If you or your little ones want to start off small, this is a great way to do just that. Jump into the spraying geysers and bubbling water alongside your kids for a super quick cool-down. Plus, to keep your little ones even safer, guests under 48” tall are required to wear a life jacket, ensuring everyone’s wellbeing! 

Pirate’s Pool and Lagoon 

Ahoy, Matey! Kids of all ages will jump for joy at the chance to play pirate for a day at our Pirate’s Pool and Lagoon. This is a swashbuckling adventure of a water play area designed for kids who are a few years older; dreams really do come true on our unique pirate ship! Here, kids can walk the plank on their very own water slides, with plenty of places to hide for the pirates onboard the ship. With cannons to be used for waging epic water battles and volcanoes to transport the little pirates to exotic lands, this is a must for kids of all ages. The best part, though, is that there’s a lounging area all around the lagoon set up specifically for parents; so, while they play, you can stay chill! 

Tahiti Treehouse 

For kids who like adventure, but maybe with a little less pirate flair, the Tahiti Treehouse play area is more chill, yet still plenty of fun. With lots of slides and plenty of other water attractions to play with, there’s the chance to turn the treehouse into whatever they want. Though, if you’re planning on accompanying your smaller kids, you may want a fair warning of the tree house's most thrilling feature: the giant tipping bucket! It’s literally the biggest SPLASH you’ll find in all of Water Country! Please do note that only children under 54” tall are welcome in this area, allowing you and your kids to get some great bonding time.  

Thunder Falls and Wild Canyon 

This pair of family-friendly slides highlight just why Water Country is one of the most fun places to go with kids near New England! Thunder Falls and Wild Canyon allow you and the whole family to take a whitewater rafting expedition. With comfortable rafts built for four, you and your loved ones will have a blast gliding over the curves and tunnels of two thrilling slides. The question of whether the falls or the canyon is better is a hot debate, so bring the whole family down and decide for yourself! Just like a real whitewater rafting adventure, though, all members of your party must be able to sit by themselves and hold on tight. 

Giant Wave Pool 

For a water attraction that can be equally relaxing and thrilling, depending on your timing, the Giant Wave Pool is sure to please! With a whopping 700,000 gallons of water to greet you as soon as you step in, New England’s biggest wave pool will keep you cool all day. You might have a bit of trouble keeping yourself upright for long while jumping into the monstrous waves, though, so be warned! It’s all the fun of the beach, but right here in your own backyard—complete with complimentary life jackets to keep your smaller swimmers safe. For an extra thrill, rental tubes are permitted in this pool to let you relax and bob among the waves. 

If you’re looking for even more reasons why Water Country is one of the best places to visit in New England, check out our different dining options to keep you fueled up. You’ll be ready for fun no matter what time of day it is thanks to Coastal Grill. Here, you’ll be sure to please even the pickiest eaters with the promise of all-American treats like burgers, hot dogs, and even cheese fries! Our Surf Side Fries are a pile of crispy fries smothered in all the cheese and bacon you could want. When you’re ready for dessert, or just need a sweet treat to snack on, Riverside Treats offers freshly-made California Churros that can’t be beat. 

For the ultimate reason why Water Country is one of the most fun places to go with kids near New England, the cabanas never disappoint. Whether you’re a single parent and child, or a pair of parents with a dozen kids, friends, and family, we’ve got you covered! With options from the Wave Pool to the Pirate Lagoon, which can accommodate anywhere from two to up to 20 people, we guarantee you can chill out in perfect style. And, for an even more personalized option when seeking fun places to go on vacation, we offer multiple types of special birthday parties! With all-day admission to the park, an announcement over our PA system, and even a birthday surprise inviting you to come back, it’s the perfect party. Plus, we take care of everything from set-up to clean-up so that you, too, get to be a part of the festivities!

Once you get a taste of the attractions here, one visit simply won’t be enough. trust us, you’ll want to purchase a season pass to Water Country. With even a Bronze Season Pass, you can come back not once, not twice, but unlimited times! With any pass purchased above Bronze, you can enjoy plenty of discounts and additional perks alongside the most exciting thing of all: being able to come back for more thrills. You and your kids can take your time exploring every attraction our country has to offer, never needing to rush to see them all again.  

After your visit, the fun doesn’t have to stop thanks to our “Fun Stuff For Kids!” page. Your kids can relive their favorite moments from Water Country while also getting pumped up with ideas for spending their next day at the park.