This water park is the largest in the state with over 48 acres of aquatic fun. It has something for everyone, from thrill-seekers to those who just want to relax in the sun. You can ride through an abandoned temple or encounter dinosaurs on your journey. It has over 20 thrill-filled themed rides for anyone who seeks out some thrilling fun at their summertime destination. There are also several kids’ areas and a wave pool.
• Recommended ages: All ages
• Open: Memorial Day through Labor Day. Hours vary on weekdays and weekends.
• Admission Price: Prices start at $27-$32 plus tax/fees. Buy tickets online to save. Prices for admission are based on height. Kids 40″ and under are free. Seasonal passes are available.
• Location: 8801 N. Pecos St. Federal Heights, CO 80260
• Website: https://www.waterworldcolorado.com/play/all-attractions

The Brighton Park is a water-entertainment park for people of all ages. On a hot day, this water park is the ideal location to cool down. It features several pools, slides, and fountains suitable for families of all sizes. Come and enjoy the deep pool, wave generator, and lazy river with a zero-depth entrance. This water park has a water basketball court, two thrilling water slides, and a climbing wall for those looking for extra fun.

The two thrilling water slides will give you an adrenaline rush. If you are looking for a more relaxing experience, take a float down the Lazy River. The water park features a kiddy pool with several interactive water features and an entry with zero depth. Bring money for snacks, or bring your own drinks and food. Either way, you’re sure to have a fun-packed day!
• Recommended ages: Families with younger children
• Open: Summer. The park won’t open unless daily predicted high is at least 70°.
• Location: 1852 E Bromley Lane, Brighton, CO 80601
• Website: https://www.brightonco.gov/1722/Brighton-Oasis-Home-Page

he Clear Creek White Water Park is not your typical water park. It’s a unique and natural scenic spot specifically designed for recreational purposes. It is the place to go if you are looking for some excitement on the water. This park offers kayaking, canoeing, and tubing on Clear Creek – perfect for those who love a good adrenaline rush. 

It offers visitors the chance to raft down Clear Creek through a series of challenging rapids. With 800 feet of beautiful, rushing water that features rocks in the streambed where beginners can splash about in pools or eddies, this 1/4-mile course is perfect for both recreational kayakers and canoeists.
Tubes come in all shapes and sizes, but if you’re on a budget, they should be able to do what’s necessary. The best option is one with a mesh bottom so your butt doesn’t stick out while also providing sturdy back support through the tube material to make it easy to go tubing all day!
• Recommended ages: All ages, families with teens or older children
• Open: Seasonally June through September
• Admission Price: Free
• Location: 1201 10th St, Golden, CO 80401
• Website: https://www.cityofgolden.net/play/recreation-attractions/clear-creek-white-water-park

The Hotel Glenwood Springs is the area’s only indoor water park, making it an excellent choice for family vacations. It’s is a one-of-a-kind water park with a big indoor pool and an indoor waterslide. Guests can also enjoy their wading pool and recreation area. 

There’s also a toddler play area, which is perfect for the little ones. A rain tree fountain greets kids as they enter the children’s zone that features a zero-depth entrance. With so much to do here, the weather will no longer be an issue to have fun at the pool!
• Recommended ages: All ages
• Open: Seasonally, check website for availability
• Admission Price: Included with room reservation
• Website: https://thehotelglenwoodsprings.com/hotel-waterpark

If you’d like a water park with a Western twist, check out Old Town Hot Springs. With 4 hot springs, and water temp’s ranging from 98° to 103°, it’s the perfect place to relax after a long work week.

The water source is the Heart Spring, which was used by the Native American Ute Indians. This natural mineral hot spring pumps out over 200 gallons of 102° water out of the ground per minute. This water eventually feeds all of the pools at their facility. The Heart Spring has been pumping water for more than a century. This is important because the water is at a consistent temperature. The Native American Ute Indians who first settled the area used the natural springs for physical and spiritual healing. Later, it was used by the first homesteaders. 

There are also two water slides on-site, each standing at an impressive 230 feet. Don’t forget to check out the Wibit during the summer. Kids can have a lot of fun on this floating obstacle course.
• Recommended ages: All ages. Children must be 44” tall and strong swimmers to ride the water slides. Kids must be 15 years or older to sit in hot springs.
• Open: Year-round, with hours varying for holidays. (Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas.)
• Admission Price: Kids 2 and under are free. Admission is $21-$27 for hot springs depending on age. Add $7 per day for unlimited water slides. Yearly memberships are available.
• Address: 136 S Lincoln Ave, Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
• Website:  https://oldtownhotsprings.org/water-slides

The Great Wolf Lodge is home to the biggest indoor water park in the state. With over 50,000 sq. ft of slides, pools, and activities, it’s perfect for a weekday or weekend of fun. Best of all, the park is open year-round, so you can enjoy it whatever the weather.

With 11 different types of rides and attractions, there’s something for everyone at Great Wolf. Head to the Howlin’ Tornado for a thrilling ride down the six-story slide, or relax in the lazy river. There’s also a wave pool, several kids’ areas, and an adults-only hot tub.
• Recommended ages: All ages, kids 2 and under are free
• Open: Year-round, hours vary on holidays
• Admission Price: Full-day and half-day passes available. Prices and hours vary depending on time of year.
• Website: https://www.greatwolf.com/colorado-springs/waterpark-attractions/indoor-water-park