Are your kids begging to swim even though the weather outside is most definitely not swimming weather? These indoor New England water parks are close enough to Boston to make a fantastic day trip, or you can do an overnight and make a stay-cation out of it!
Great Wolf Lodge
150 Great Wolf Drive, Fitchburg MA
There’s something for everyone, including tons of kid-friendly activities, a range of dining options, interactive games, and more, all under one roof!
Water Park of New England
50 Ferncroft Road, Danvers, MA
Check out Water Park of New England’s whopping 65,000 square feet of thrills and spills with giant water slides and water adventures! At Water Park of New England, the fun isn’t just for the kids. A trip to the palm grotto indoor/outdoor spa is your passport to paradise. Featuring giant hot tubs, a swim-through passage, and more, adults will have just as much fun as the kids.
Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod
1225 Iyannough Road, Hyannis, MA
The former Cape Codder Resort is now the family-friendly Margaritaville Resort, which includes an indoor water park! This spot offers daily water park passes whether you are a guest at the resort or not (though resort guests get 50% off admission to the park). There are twisting water slides, a lazy river, and a dedicated children’s area for the little ones.
John Carver Inn Pilgrim Cove Pool
25 Summer Street, Plymouth, MA
The Pilgrim Cove features lap lanes and a life-size replica of the Mayflower. A giant, 80-foot water slide winds through the historic ship and passes by a refreshing waterfall. The large, relaxing island whirlpool is set in a replica of Plymouth Rock and is accessible by a bridge over the splashing waterfalls below.
Kahuna Laguna Water Park
2251 White Mountain Highway, North Conway, NH
Bring the family to New Hampshire’s largest indoor water park. Located in the North Conway Red Jacket Mountain View Resort, this water park includes water slides, a wave pool, a 25-person hot tub, and a play area for the little ones. Daily passes are available.
Hampton Inn and Suites North Conway Hotel and Water Park
1788 White Mountain Highway, North Conway, NH
Escape to the White Mountains and enjoy a getaway at this small but fun family-friendly water park in the Hampton Inn. There are two large slides plus a kiddie area with two small slides, “Fernando the frog” and a watering mushroom.
Pump House Indoor Water Park
830 Jay Peak Road, Jay Peak, VT
Enjoy waterslides, kids’ pools, and a lazy river at this fun resort! If you are feeling adventurous, try the tall climbing wall and basketball area. The deepwater activity pool is fun for all ages! For the bravest souls, try La Chute — a 65-foot, 45-mile-an-hour, 6-second-long water slide!
