From water parks built for thrill-seekers to tranquil lagoons perfect for relaxing, there are several ways for Houston-area residents to cool off this summer. This list is not comprehensive.

Big Rivers Waterpark & Adventures

Located in New Caney, this water park also features amusement park rides, an inflatable course, zip lines, ax-throwing, a maze, a gator exhibit and a petting zoo.

Open for Spring Adventure days in March; all water attractions open select days April 3-Sept. 30$19.99 (single-use day ticket March 7-29), $44.99 (single-use day ticket April 3-Sept. 30), $99.99 (season pass), free (age 2 and under)23101 Hwy. 242, New Caneywww.bigriverswaterpark.comConroe Aquatic Center Water Park

Conroe Aquatic Center’s water park has a capacity that is frequently reached and may result in a waitlist, per the website. Admission to the water park is not included with facility memberships; however, those with valid memberships receive half-price admission.

Open select days May 23-Sept. 6$10 (season pass or daily guest pass for ages 3 and older), $5 (membership admission for ages 3 and older), free (age 2 and under)1207 Candy Cane Lane, Conroewww.cityofconroe.orgGreat Wolf Lodge Webster

This climate-controlled indoor water park in Webster also features dryland attractions, lodging and dining.

Open year-round$34-$55 (half-day pass), $49-$79 (full-day pass), $65-$269 (season pass)1000 Great Wolf Way, Websterwww.greatwolf.com/websterLagoonfest Texas

Boasting over 24 million gallons of crystal blue water, this lagoon located in Texas City features water activities, cabana rentals, bumper boats and white sand beaches. The park will host a job fair from 4-8 p.m. March 21-22 at Blue Lagoon Bar & Grill, located at 12930 Crystal View Blvd., Texas City.

Opening in May for 2026 season (exact dates TBD)Ticket pricing TBD, free (age 2 and under)12600 Crystal View Blvd., Texas Citywww.lagoonfesttexas.comMargaritaville Lake Resort

Situated alongside Lake Conroe, this resort features a 3-acre water park with a lazy river, splash zone, private beach, heated infinity and waterslide pools, water slides, hot tubs and swim-up bars. Day passes also grant access to mini-golf, arcade games and tennis and pickleball courts. The resort will host a summer job fair from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. May 12-13 and May 20-21

Pirates Bay Waterpark

This pirate-themed water park in Baytown offers a wave pool, a lazy river, water slides and a surfing simulator.

Open select days May 16-Sept. 7$35.99 (daily admission), $59-$79 (season pass)5300 East Road, Baytownwww.baytownpiratesbay.comSchlitterbahn Galveston Waterpark

Rivers connect three distinct park sections at this water park in Galveston, which features water slides, raft rides, pools, water coasters and water playgrounds.

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown

A surfing simulator, water slide racers and relaxing lagoons are just a few of the attractions at this water park in Spring. The water park will host a job fair from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. March 21.

Open select days May 2-Sept. 7$25-$60 (daily ticket), $65-$135 (season pass), free (age 2 and under)21300 I-45 N., Springwww.sixflags.com/splashtownTyphoon Texas Waterpark

Located in Katy, attractions at this water park include a lazy river, a wave pool, multiple water slides and activities for younger swimmers.

Open select days April 11-Sept. 20$39.99-$59.99 (any-day tickets), $64.99 (season passes), free (age 2 and under)555 S. Katy Fort Bend Road, Katywww.typhoontexas.com/houston

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