Children playing in colorful watercraft at a water park, with water slides and palm trees in the background.

9 Houston Area Water Parks (What Parents Think)

Here are the best water parks in Houston, with parent reviews so you know what to expect when you visit with your kids.

From lazy rivers to pulse-racing thrill rides to little kid splash pads, these Houston area waterparks offer fun in the sun for everyone in the family. Remember indoor waterparks for a year-round option, too.

If you've visited any Houston water parks, give your favorites a "like" and leave a review to share your tips with fellow parents!


 

    Pirates Bay (Baytown Park District)

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    Sarah D. said:  Pirate's Bay features body slides, tube slides, a mat racer, a drop slide, a long lazy river, wave pool, water play structure, and more!

    Baytown, TX
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    Big Rivers Water Park & Adventures

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    Sarah D. said:  Whether relaxing on the largest lazy river in the Houston area, splashing in the tallest waves, or flying down the giant, gleaming slides, summer at Big Rivers can’t be beat!

    New Caney, TX

    Calypso Cove (Baytown Park District)

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    Sarah D. said:  Calypso Cove offers a zero-entry pool, slide tower, water-crossing activity, covered picnic areas, and more!

    Baytown, TX
    Moody Gardens

    Moody Gardens Palm Beach

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    Sarah D. said:  Enjoy a fun day at Galveston's only white sand beach! Moody Gardens features a lazy river, wave pool, tower slides, splashpad, and an aquarium adventure playground.

    Galveston, TX
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    Schlitterbahn Waterpark

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    Schlitterbahn Waterpark Galveston is a sprawling 26‑acre coastal attraction on Galveston Island, home to over 33 water rides, including thrilling high-speed slides like Rohr!, MASSIV Monster Blaster, and the immersive Screaming Serpents body slide.

    Galveston, TX
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    Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown

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    Vanessa M. said:  One of the best ways to beat the hot Texas sun is to cool off at Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown, a major waterpark with lots of thrilling rides, including a 3-story treehouse with a 1,000-gallon dump bucket!

    Spring, TX
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    Typhoon Texas Water Park

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    Sarah D. said:  At Typhoon Texas Water Park, you can experience the thrills of waterslides, float on the lazy river, and enjoy live entertainment.

    Katy, TX
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    Jellystone Park Waller

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    Sarah D. said:  Day passes at Jellystone Park include access to their huge water park, swimming pools, mini golf course, jumping pillows, playground, sports courts, and more. The water park features a water playground, water slides, and splash pad.

    Waller, TX
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    Splashway Water Park & Campground

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    Sarah D. said:  Splashway Water Park offers a relaxing day in the sun in a family-friendly environment! Splashway Water Park features slides, a lazy river, a wave pool, and toddler areas! There really is something for everyone here!

    Sheridan, TX

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