SUMMER IS almost over, but it’s not too late to beat the heat with a visit to one of the best water parks in the country.
Water World in Federal Heights, Colorado, was named the second best outdoor water park in the country by Newsweek Reader’s Choice Award.
The attraction, which has been in operation since 1979 and is publicly owned by the Hyland Hills Park and Recreation District, is celebrating its 45th anniversary this year.
“We are extremely proud of our history in Colorado and the community,” said Yvonne Fischbach, Executive Director of Hyland Hills.
“It has been an honor to help so many families create unforgettable memories and we are grateful to be recognized on a national level.”
With 70 acres of attractions like wave pools, slides and gravity-defying roller coasters, the Mile High Flyer, guests have a plethora of fun to choose from.
The park offers rides on three levels, from thrilling thrills for the whole family and fun for the little ones.
Warp Speed takes pilots through a wormhole at high speed, taking them through a training simulator as they try to protect themselves from “cosmic hazards.”
Visitors can even practice the ride at home with the virtual game application.
Slides like Foothill Falls take visitors into a rapid free fall, where riders can compete with others to see who can reach the bottom first.
Family-friendly rides like the Alpine Springs Express Gondola give everyone unbeatable views of the park as you glide through its expanses.
A lazy river offers a relaxing break from all the excitement as you float down a calm canal.
The park also offers a variety of food and drinks on-site, including Creekside Cafe and Bayside Barbeque for theme park classics like burgers and sandwiches.
Coconut Point Desserts and Aokee’s offer options for those with a sweet tooth, like ice cream and funnel cakes.
Guests over the age of 21 can stop by The Lodge to relax with friends over cold beer, frozen cocktails and snacks.
Visitors can purchase park valet, which serves as a fast pass to the park’s most popular rides and reduces subway transportation.
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Each valet costs $84.99 and offers a VIP experience for up to four guests and a maximum of three rides per band to most high-demand attractions like the Journey to the Center of the Earth.
Subway valet limits guests to one ride for every four passengers on Revolution and Mile High Flyer.
The park explained that wait times with the add-on are typically shorter than the standby line and, while typically much shorter, can take up to 25 minutes.
Water World opens daily at 10am and depends on the weather. Guests can call 303-427-7873 (SURF) to check the park’s operational status.
If the park closes for more than an hour due to unsafe weather conditions, guests will also be eligible for a midday or all-day ticket depending on closing time.
Tickets for Water World start at $50.99 and can be purchased here.
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