Water World, Denver vs Water World Colorado
A side-by-side look at two water parks — rides, prices, amenities, and which one fits your trip.
Which Park Is Right for You?
Quick verdicts based on what each park offers.
Amenities Compared
What each park offers, side by side.
| Feature | Water World, Denver | Water World Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Parking |
Only at Water World, Denver
- hot tubs
- swimming pool
- birthday party packages
Both parks share 1 amenities including Parking.
About Each Park
Water World, Denver
Colorado
Water World in Denver sprawls across 70 acres of pure aquatic fun, making it one of the largest water parks in the country. The park's massive scale means you can spend an entire day here without hitting every attraction. The centerpiece is Thunder Bay, their enormous wave pool that generates 4-foot waves perfect for body surfing. The lazy river here is actually lazy - a full half-mile loop that takes about 20 minutes to complete if you just float. For thrill seekers, the Mile High Flyer is a massive bowl slide that drops you into a giant funnel, while Voyage to the Center of the Earth takes you through complete darkness in a multi-person raft. The kids' area, Lost River of the Pharaohs, is genuinely impressive with smaller versions of the big slides plus plenty of dumping buckets and splash features. What sets Water World apart is the sheer variety - they have something like 50 different attractions, from racing slides to tube slides to body slides. The park handles crowds well thanks to its size, but summer weekends still get packed. Get there right when they open at 10 AM to grab a good spot and hit the popular slides before lines build up. Parking is free but fills up fast on busy days. The food is typical water park fare - burgers, pizza, nachos - but portions are decent for the price. Cabana rentals are worth it if you're visiting with a big group or want a guaranteed…
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Colorado
Water World Colorado sits on 70 acres in Federal Heights and has been Colorado's go-to water park since 1980. This place is massive, with more than 40 attractions spread across what feels like a small city of slides and pools. The Turbo Racer is their claim to fame - an eight-lane racing slide where you can actually compete against your friends on mats. The Voyage to the Center of the Earth takes you through a completely enclosed tube slide that feels like you're being flushed down a giant toilet (in the best way possible). For families with younger kids, the Lost River of the Pharaohs lazy river is perfect for floating around when you need a break from the chaos. The kids' area has smaller versions of the big slides plus a massive tipping bucket that dumps hundreds of gallons every few minutes. Thrill seekers should hit the Mile High Flyer first thing in the morning - it's a four-story body slide that shoots you down at crazy speeds. The park gets absolutely packed on summer weekends, so arriving right when they open at 10 AM is crucial if you want to avoid hour-long lines. Parking is free but fills up fast, so don't sleep in. The food is standard water park fare - burgers, pizza, nachos - but it's reasonably priced for an amusement park. You can bring your own food and drinks (no glass or alcohol) which saves a ton of money. Rent a tube when you arrive…
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