One of the things that makes New York City exciting is that there are attractions to see and activities to enjoy no matter what the season or the month of the year. Be a spectator during the New York City Marathon in the spring. Enjoy concerts in Central Park during the summer. Fall is a good time to take in a Jets football game. Another great thing is that you can unwind and have some fun a one of these indoor water parks near New York City.
The state's first indoor water park offers something for every member of the family. There's surfing ride, body slides, an activity pool, a wading pool and family raft ride. Kids love the interactive water structure called the Tall Timbers Treehouse with a tipping bucket, and adults can enjoy the whirlpool spa reserved specifically for them. The unique, transparent roof allows sunshine to stream through all year long.
Six Flags Great Escape Lodge & Indoor Waterpark
89 Six Flags Drive
Queensbury, NY 12804-6215
888-708-2684
sixflagsgreatescapelodge.com
One of the perks of staying at the Greek Peak Mountain Resort is that's it's open only to resort guests and condo owners. Park favorites include the three-story tube slide, a 500-gallon deluge bucket, several body slides and indoor and outdoor hot tubs. There's also an outdoor pool which is open all year, and visitors can break for refreshments at the Edgewater Café.
Cascades Indoor Waterpark
2000 NYS Rt. 392
Cortland, NY 13045
877-965-6343
greekpeak.net
Head southwest out of the Big Apple and you'll find Sahara Sam's, New Jersey's first indoor water park. Surf or boogie board on Sam's Cyclone, enjoy a leisurely family raft ride on Mount Kilimanjaro, play water basketball and test your obstacle-course skills in Crocodile Flats. Time away from the water can be spent at the arcade or in the café.
Sahara Sam's Oasis Indoor Water Park
535 N. Route 73
West Berlin, NJ 08091
856-767-7580
saharasams.com
To the north, New York City residents and visitors will find this resort which is always 84 degrees in a tropical setting. Inside you'll find three thrilling body and raft water slides, in addition to giant whirlpools, the fact-paced Coconut Grove River Adventure and an activity pool. Parrott's Perch features slides for younger children, zero-depth water entry and a huge bucket that dumps hundreds of gallons of water on guests every few minutes.
Coco Key Indoor Water Resort
3580 East Main Street
Waterbury, CT 06750
203-706-1000
holidayinnwaterbury.com
