Massanutten Resort is located in the mountains of northwestern Virginia. Known for its magnificent skiing, snowboarding and snow-tubing trails, Massanutten also boasts a large indoor/outdoor water park. Features of the water park include the first Flow Rider in Virginia, named the Pipeline, that allows visitors to surf indoors. The younger set are sure to enjoy the frog pond, while the more adventurous can head over to the Blue Ridge Rapids or Massanutten Meltdown, which includes a giant tipping bucket, waterfalls and water cannons. A number of tube and body slides are available for those looking for an adrenaline rush. Alternatively, Shenandoah Cove is a pool with three feet of water that is fun for the whole family, and Shenandoah Hot Springs is a huge indoor/outdoor hot tub for ultimate relaxation, no matter the weather. An arcade and several dining options round out the water park experience.
Massanutten Resort
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The Great Wolf Lodge is located in Williamsburg, Virginia. The resort offers a unique experience as parents and "cubs" spend the night in sleep-in suites designed as wolf dens. Daily story times and interactive presentations make the Great Wolf Lodge a delight for children. Of course, the main attraction at Great Wolf is the water park, which is open to those staying at the lodge only. Features include Fort Mackenzie, an interactive treehouse with 12 levels of nonstop fun. The water park also boasts suspension bridges and a tipping bucket that pours 1,000 gallons of water on the guests below. For a thrill, try the Howlin' Tornado, a six-story funnel ride, or River Canyon Run, a family rafting ride. For a more relaxing alternative, take a leisurely trip down Crooked Creek or soak in the hot tub.
Great Wolf Lodge
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Several outdoor water parks are also located in Virginia. Water Country USA is located in Williamsburg. Attractions include a toboggan race, water slides, lagoons and the Aquazoid, a river ride with special effects. Waterworks is part of King's Dominion theme park in Doswell, Virginia, and boasts the tallest enclosed water slide in the world. Splash Down Waterpark in Manassas, Virginia, includes 11 acres of water fun, featuring numerous water slides and a lazy river.
