Ready for summer? Here's when water parks in or near Greater Cincinnati open 🏖️
Summer is around the corner, so grab your goggles and boogie boards because water parks will open soon.
Are you a fan of Kings Island's Soak City? Or do you prefer smaller parks? Whichever type of water attractions are your favorite, we put together a list of water parks near Greater Cincinnati and when they open for the season. While most open during Memorial Day weekend, the length of their seasons and hours of operation may vary.
Dip your toe or jump fully into our list below. Did we miss a local water park? Email me at HOgwude@enquirer.com.
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Aqua Adventures at Land of Illusion
Enjoy Land of Illusion's inflatable water slide, paddle boarding, beach games, Wibit Adventure Zone and more.
Open: May 27 through Aug. 28.
Hours of operation: Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday-Sunday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Location: 8762 Thomas Road, Middletown.
More information: landofillusion.com/aqua.
Adventure Reef Water Park
This 3-acre outdoor water park features a splash pad and large water playground.
Open: May 27.
Hours of operation: Monday-Sunday, noon to 5 p.m.
Location: 3600 Shroyer Road, Kettering.
More information: playkettering.org/adventure-reef-water-park.
Fairfield Aquatic Center
Find a climbing wall, waterslide, sprayground and pool with a diving board at the Fairfield Aquatic Center.
Open: May 27 through Sept. 4.
Hours of operation: Monday-Saturday, noon to 8 p.m. and Sundays, noon to 6 p.m.
Location: 2605 Augusta Blvd., Fairfield.
More information: fairfield-city.org/496/Aquatic-Center.
Kirkwood Camp & Adventure Park
This camp and adventure park features a splash pad, lake obstacle course, lakeside beach and more.
Open: May 27-Sept. 3.
Hours of operation: Thursday-Saturday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sundays, noon to 7 p.m.
Location: 5719 W. State Route 73, Wilmington.
More information: gokirkwood.com.
Oxford Aquatic Center
This water park near Miami University features a zero-depth activity pool, waterslides, a lazy river, an eight-lane competition pool and diving boards.
Open: Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.
Hours of operation: Saturdays, noon to 6 p.m. and Sundays, noon to 5 p.m.
Location: 701 Kay Rench Drive, Oxford.
More information: facebook.com/oxfordaquaticcenter.
Soak City at Kings Island
Find over 50 water features, like a wave pool, tube slides, waterslides, sprayground area for kids and more at Kings Island's Soak City.
Open: May 27 through Sept. 4.
Hours of operation: Daily, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Location: 6300 Kings Island Drive, Mason.
More information: visitkingsisland.com/soak-city.
Sunlite Water Adventure at Coney Island
Sunlite Water Adventure at Coney Island features the Sunlite Pool, waterslides, a floating obstacle course, interactive play stations, a dive pool and more.
Open: May 27.
Hours of operation: Daily, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Location: 6201 Kellogg Ave., Anderson Township.
More information: coneyislandpark.com/attraction/sunlite-water-adventure.
Troy Aquatic Park
This park features two waterslides, a drop slide, a diving board, a heated baby pool and more.
Open: May 27 through Aug. 20.
Hours of operation: Hours may vary.
Location: 460 West Stauton Drive, Troy.
More information: troypool.com/hours_troy_ohio_pool.
Wake Nation Water Park
A water sports complex with a floating playground and cable park, summer camps, wakeboarding and lessons.
Open: May 27-Aug. 13 for the summer season.
Hours of operation: Friday-Sunday, noon to 8 p.m.
Location: 201 Joe Nuxhall Way, Fairfield.
More information: wakenation.com/aqua-park-superslide/.
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Calypso Cove Family Waterpark
From a zero-entry pool to waterslides, there is something for everyone at this water park.
Open: May 27-Sept. 4.
Hours of operation: Hours may vary.
Location: 9400 Mill Brook Road; Louisville, Kentucky.
More information: ymcalouisville.org
Silverlake The Family Place
This family-friendly entertainment destination features an indoor aquatic center and an outdoor water park.
Open: May 20.
Hours of operation: Hours may vary.
Location: 301 Kenton Lands Road; Erlanger, Kentucky.
More information: silverlakefamily.com.
SomerSplash Waterpark
This water park boasts four slides, a lazy river and a wave pool.
Open: Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Hours of operation: Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sundays, 1 to 7 p.m.
Location: 1030 Highway 2227; Somerset, Kentucky.
More information: somersplash.com.
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Kentucky Splash WaterPark & Campground
This Caribbean-themed water park features a wave pool, a lazy river, a triple slide complex and a double slide tower.
Open: May 27.
Hours of operation: Hours may vary.
Location: 1050 Highway 92 W; Williamsburg, Kentucky.
More information: williamsburgky.com.
Hurricane Bay at Kentucky Kingdom
Hurricane Bay features a wave pool, an adventure river, a lagoon and plenty of interactive water play elements for small children.
Open: May 27-Sept. 4.
Hours of operation: Monday-Friday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Location: 937 Phillips Lane; Louisville, Kentucky.
More information: kentuckykingdom.com.
This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Opening days for King Island's Soak City, other Cincinnati water parks
