If Lowcountry summers are known for one thing, it’s the heat. What better way to enjoy the weather while cooling off than with a trip to a local waterpark? Summer is in and school is out, and the children of Charleston are ready to splash! Here are 4 Charleston waterparks for the whole family to enjoy this summer.
Looking for a waterpark in a specific neighborhood? Simply click a link below!
James Island
871 Riverland Drive
Kids of all ages can splash in style this summer at the James Island County Park Splash Zone Waterpark! This tropical themed gem features a 200 foot tube slide, a 200 foot open slide, and a rainforest play oasis complete with mini slides, tipping buckets, and sprays – perfect for younger children. Looking to unwind while the kids play in the sun? The 500 foot lazy river offers gentle sprays and waterfalls, making it a perfect place to unwind and cool off. Amenities such as lounge chairs, concessions, restrooms, changing areas, and $5 locker rentals are on-site and at your disposal. Splash Zone also offers party packages that are perfect for birthday party or holiday celebration this summer. Visit this page for more information on height restrictions and weather inclement procedures.
Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday : 10AM – 5PM
Saturday : 10AM – 6PM
Sunday : 1PM – 6PM
Holidays : 10AM – 6PM
Admission
General Admission : $15.99 per person
Under 48″ : $13.99 per person
60+ : $10.99 per person
Children 2 and Under : Free
After 3PM Monday – Friday : $11.99 (not including Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day)
Groups of 20 or more : $13.99
*prices do not include tax or $2 per person entry fee to James Island County Park*
Mount Pleasant
444 Needlerush Parkway
Tucked into Palmetto Islands County Park, Splash Island Waterpark offers a fun escape designed specifically for families with young children. The park is perfect for children from toddlers to preteens, as a safe place to splash, swim, and slide. The park features a 200 foot body flume for taller kids, along with a 16 foot otter slide, catering to smaller children. With sprays, geysers, and waterfalls, there is plenty of interactive water play to keep the little ones entertained for hours.
Splash Island has an activity pool, lifeguards on duty, and lounge chairs for parents to unwind while keep an eye on all the fun. Enjoy amenities such as concessions, restrooms, changing and shower areas, and $5 locker rentals. The park also offers birthday party packages and private rentals, making it a perfect spot for important celebrations or group gatherings. Visit this page for more information on height restrictions and weather inclement procedure.
Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday : 10AM – 5PM
Saturday : 10AM – 6PM
Sunday : 1PM – 6PM
Admission
General Admission : $9.99 per person
Under 48″ : $8.99 per person
60+ : $6.99 per person
Children 2 and Under : Free
After 3PM Monday – Friday : $7.99 (not including Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day)
Groups of 20 or more : $13.99
*prices do not include tax*
Charleston Aqua Park at Trophy Lakes is an absolute Charleston staple and provides endless hours of fun for the whole family. This floating waterpark turns a quiet lake into a dream water playground! Kids, teens, and adventurous adults have the opportunity to race across inflatable obstacle courses, climb floating walls, and slide into the water while surrounded by the beaut that is Trophy Lake. Looking for more thrill? The floating ropes course and zipline give guests the chance to navigate challenges far above the water. Certified lifeguards are always on duty to ensure the safety and protection of each cherished guest, and amenities including restrooms, changing areas, and concessions make fun easy.
Charleston Aqua park is ideal for birthday parties or for groups, as courses are designed to enjoy with family and friends. Park sessions last 45 minutes, giving you the perfect amount of time to give each course a try. Visit their web page for more information about booking, park rules, and height/weight restrictions. Please keep in mind that children under 6 years of age are not permitted to participate.
Hours of Operation
Sunday – Saturday : 10AM – 6PM
Wednesday and Friday Happy Hour : 4:30PM – 6PM
Thursday Adult Night: 6PM – 7:30PM
Labor Day : 10AM – 6PM
Admission
General Admission : $18 per person, discounts available for double sessions
*prices do not include tax*
North Charleston
8888 University Blvd.
Whirlin’ Waters Adventure Waterpark in North Charleston is over 15 acres of aquatic fun! Here, you can both chase a thrill or relax, as the park delivered with the memorable and striking attractions. Brace yourself for The Washout, Charleston’s tallest waterslide, two adjacent near vertical flume slides that drop 65 feet! If you brought loved ones to engage with in some friendly competition, race down the Rip Tide Run mat or tackle the Tubular Twister!
For more chilled out fun (and for younger children), visit the Big Splash Tree House, a structure with a whopping 66 play features, some of which are water jets, troughs, and gigantic tipping buckets. If that’s too rowdy for the taste of the little ones, they are welcome to make a trip to Otter Bay, a special kiddie pool with a racer slide and sprays. Or, they may prefer the Lily Pad Lagoon, a shallow spray area frequented by toddler at the park. Don’t forget to check out the Big Kahuna wave pool, offering 27,000 square feet of water and waves! Lastly, the park features a lazy river to unwind and relax, spanning 870 feet.
Visit this page for more information about each attraction and waterpark rules!
Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday : 10AM – 5PM
Saturday – Sunday : 10PM – 6PM
Holidays : 10AM- 6PM
Admission
General Admission : $24.99 per person
After 3PM Monday – Friday (not including Memorial Day, 4th of July, and Labor Day) : $15.99
Under 48″ : $19.99 per person
60+ : $14.99 per person
Children 2 and Under : Free
Groups of 20 or more : $19.99
*prices do not include tax*
Have Some Fun in the Sun this Summer!
Each Charleston water park offers attractions that every member of the family can enjoy, from relaxing lazy rivers, obstacle courses, gut-dropping slides, or shallow splash areas. Make lasting summer memories this summer in the Lowcountry! Be sure to plan your visit before we welcome autumn!
Written by Alexis Boatner
