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Water World Theme Park in Denver

By Nina Davidson, About.com

Water World

Swimmers cool off in the wave pool at Water World.

Photo (c) 2007 Water World

About Water World:

Water World has been cooling off Denver for 30 years with waterslides galore. The theme park boasts 42 water attractions, making it one of the nation's largest water parks.

Water World's wave pool, Thunder Bay, crests to popularity at the park with 1.8 million gallons of water. The Lazy River also meanders through the park with 1,000 feet of water, creating a relaxing ride for all ages.

Hours and Admission:

Hours for 2009:
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily
Water World is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

Admission for 2009:
Adults $33.95, Children (47" and under) $28.95, Seniors $5
Children under 3 are admitted free. Admission prices are reduced after 2 p.m.

Directions and Address:

Directions:
From Denver: Take I-25 North and exit at 84th Ave. Turn west on 84th Ave. and continue to Pecos Street. Turn right on Pecos St. to 88th Ave. At 88th Ave., turn left into the Water World parking lot.
From Boulder: Take 36 East and exit at Pecos Street. Proceed north on Pecos St. to 88th Ave. Turn left into the Water World parking lot.

Address:
Water World
W. 88th Ave. & Pecos St.
Federal Heights, CO 80260
303-427-7873

Other Important Info:

  • Picnic lunches may be brought into Water World, but no alcoholic beverages are allowed.
  • Tube rental costs $5.50 per inner tube in 2009, and many rides require tubes.
  • Swimsuits are de rigueur, although thong bikinis are not allowed.

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