Water Country, Portsmouth, NH
Water Country is New England’s Largest Water Park. With 18 attractions well suited for all ages, including classics like Adventure River and New England's largest wave pool, the Portsmouth destination celebrates 40 years with two new, immersive slide experiences coming in 2023. Water Country offers 26 acres of family-filled, summer fun. Tiny tots love Tahiti Treehouse and Pirates Lagoon, while teens flock to thrilling water slides like Dragon’s Den and Dr. Von Dark’s Tunnel of Terror. Capture the thrills of New Hampshire's best outdoor adventures with the comfort of our poolside loungers or luxury cabanas! watercountry.com

Lake Compounce, Bristol, CT
Lake Compounce, located in Bristol, Connecticut, is America's First Amusement Park. The timeless New England destination began its tradition of fun more than 175 years ago, and today features more than 45 rides and attractions, Connecticut’s Largest Water Park and the six-story Venus Vortex water slide. New in 2023, a floating stage will bring live entertainment to Lake Compounce like never before. Lake Compounce hosts a variety of attractions that are perfect for all ages, including seasonal Halloween and Christmastime special events. The nearby Lake Compounce Campground makes for the perfect family destination for an adventurous getaway. lakecompounce.com

Story Land, Glen, NH
Story Land, one of New England's premier family attractions, brings a world of fantasy and timeless characters to life in a safe and natural setting. Children and their imaginations run free, enjoying all-inclusive rides, shows, and attractions, punctuated by the beautiful setting in New Hampshire's White Mountains. Featuring Tea with Cinderella and Character Dinners, Story Land is a celebration for the young at heart, while parents celebrate the affordable admission, free parking and pet kennel services. Beloved characters like Humpty Dumpty, the Old Woman in the Shoe, the Three Little Pigs, and Peter Rabbit came to life here in 1954. storylandnh.com

Living Shores Aquarium, Glen, NH
Living Shores Aquarium is New England's newest hands-on experience, featuring over 32,000 square feet of interactive tide pools, exhibits, and activities. livingshores.com

Dutch Wonderland, Lancaster, PA
With more than 35 rides, attractions, and shows, Dutch Wonderland is the perfect place to spend family time. Voted "World's Best Family Park" in Amusement Today's Golden Ticket Awards, the Central Pennsylvania destination brings joy to the young and young at heart as they take flight on Merlin’s Mayhem, a magically thrilling suspension coaster, meet mascot Duke the Dragon and whimsical princesses and knights, gasp in awe at death-defying dive shows, see dinosaurs come to life, and more. Celebrating 60 seasons in 2023, The Kingdom for Kids family fun runs beyond summer with Happy Hauntings and Dutch Winter Wonderland for Halloween and Christmastime. dutchwonderland.com

Idlewild & Soak Zone, Ligonier, PA
Founded in 1878, Idlewild and SoakZone is the third-longest operating amusement park in the United States. It has been recognized as “Best Children’s Park in the World” by Amusement Today and “Best Park for Families” by the National Amusement Park Historical Association. Located in Pennsylvania’s scenic Laurel Highlands region, Idlewild features classic amusement rides, the SoakZone waterpark, live entertainment, and unique attractions such as Story Book Forest and Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood. Operating seasonally from May through October including the seasonal HallowBoo! event, the park offers imaginative, trusted and playful experiences that bring excitement to family time. idlewild.com

Kennywood, Pittsburgh, PA
"Kennywood is Pittsburgh’s Premier Destination for Family Fun and Entertainment. The National Historic Landmark park offers an unmatched mix of modern thrills and classic rides, including eight roller coasters, a 12-ride Kiddieland, areas themed to Thomas & Friends™ and the Pittsburgh Steelers, highlighted by the record-setting Steel Curtain, and its famous Potato Patch fries! Kennywood’s three coasters from the 1920s join attractions like Noah’s Ark and Kangaroo as rarities that cannot be found anywhere else. Founded as a trolley park in 1898 and celebrating 125 seasons in 2023, the Kennywood experience extends beyond summer with popular Halloween and Holiday events.kennywood.com

Sandcastle Water Park, Pittsburgh, PA
Plunge into family fun at Pittsburgh’s Hometown Waterpark.  For over 35 years, Sandcastle has been the #1 way to spend a summer day - with 96 acres of world-class water slides and pools. More than just another water park, Sandcastle is a summer tradition for western Pennsylvanians and anyone looking to beat the heat. sandcastlewaterpark.com

Splish Splash, Long Island, NY
Splish Splash, New York's Largest Waterpark, offers Long Island guests 96 acres of slides, attractions and fun. Enjoy more than 20 water slides, two wave pools, a large Kiddie Area, lazy river, and many different food and merchandise locations. Experience high-speed slides like Bombs Away, Riptide Racer, and Bootlegger’s Run, the one and only hydromagnetic water coaster in New York full of breathtaking drops, including one from nearly five stories high. From the devoted thrill seeker, to the laid back sunbather, to the tiniest of tots, there are plenty of ways to soak up the summer sun at Splish Splash! splishsplash.com

Adventureland, Altoona, Iowa
Adventureland Resort is the Home of Iowa’s Best Thrills. From fun that kids and adults can enjoy together to thrilling world-class rides like the Monster, Adventureland Resort offers something for everyone. New in 2023, Viking invaders bring two thrilling new attractions, Flying Viking family coaster and Draken Falls water ride. The Adventureland experience goes beyond the rides: guests can make a splash at Adventure Bay water park or try our famous Southern fried chicken! Enjoy the full resort with a stay at Adventureland Inn or campground, and Spectators Sports Bar and Grill is the place to be for every game. Adventureland

Noah's Ark, Wisconsin Dells, WI
Noah’s Ark is America's Largest Waterpark! Located in Wisconsin Dells, the Waterpark Capital of the World, Noah’s Ark stands out amongst tough competition thanks to 51 attractions including thrilling slides, two wave pools, a water coaster, multiple children's play areas, and two relaxing lazy rivers. From toddlers to adults, find a flood of fun at Noah's Ark, including special events, group outings, luxury cabanas, and a mouthwatering lineup of food and drink offerings. From humble beginnings with a few small attractions in 1979 to America's Largest Waterpark celebrating its 44th season of fun in 2023, Noah's Ark is the perfect summer getaway. noahsarkwaterpark.com

Wet 'n Wild Emerald Pointe, Greensboro, NC
Wet ‘n Wild Emerald Pointe is the Carolinas’ Favorite Water Park, featuring 3,000,000+ gallons of fun across 40 beautifully landscaped acres. Cool off, get sun and have fun with 40 water rides & attractions for tiny tots, thrill seekers and every family member in between. NEW in 2023: Supercharging three park favorites with next-generation slide technology never before seen in the Carolinas. Located in Greensboro, North Carolina, Wet 'n Wild has provided accessible and affordable water fun without the work of a trip to the beach for nearly 40 years. emeraldpointe.com

Castle Park, Riverside, CA
Castle Park puts excitement and thrills within reach of everyone, every day! Opened in 1976 by amusement industry pioneer Bud Hurlbut, this Riverside family destination offers a ride park with 25+ attractions, an arcade, four championship miniature golf courses, midway games, magic shows, and the Buccaneer Cove water playground. Castle Park offers family fun all year with special seasonal events that transform the experience, including Springfest, the Castle Dark Halloween event, and Duke’s Very Merry Village during the holiday season. Easy access from the 91 freeway is another reason locals recognize Castle Park as the Riverside area's favorite family destination! castlepark.com

Raging Waters - Greater Los Angeles, San Dimas, CA
Raging Waters Los Angeles is California’s largest waterpark! This 60-acre Southern California summer tradition has been recognized by USA Today as a “Top 10 Water Park” and is home to more than 50 world-class attractions for all ages to enjoy, including Aqua Rocket, the state’s only hydromagnetic water coaster! Raging Waters also features a wide variety of tube and body slides ranging from mild to wild, a 30,000 square foot water playground, a one million gallon wave pool, and a lazy river. Cabanas are also available for rental making for an affordable and close to home day-cation. Open mid-May through September. ragingwaters.com

Sea Life Park Hawaii, Oahu, HI
Sea Life Park is Hawaii's #1 marine park, where guests can enjoy educational and interactive programs in the company of dolphins, rays, sharks, sea lions, seabirds, vibrant native fish species, and honu (Hawaiian green sea turtles). Founded in 1964 in East Honolulu, Sea Life Park is committed to stewarding the preservation of Hawaii’s marine flora and fauna. It serves as a hub for important research and provides sanctuary for threatened and endangered marine animals, such as the Hawaiian monk seal. Sharing the unique stories of these wondrous animal ambassadors with guests, Sea Life Park is inspiring conservation-minded behavior. sealifeparkhawaii.com