\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFrom 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.<\/p>\n
Big Rivers Waterpark & Adventures<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
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.com<\/a>Conroe Aquatic Center Water Park<\/p>\n Conroe Aquatic Center\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n 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.org<\/a>Great Wolf Lodge Webster<\/p>\n This climate-controlled indoor water park in Webster also features dryland attractions, lodging and dining.<\/p>\n Open year-round$34-$55 (half-day pass), $49-$79 (full-day pass), $65-$269 (season pass)1000 Great Wolf Way, Websterwww.greatwolf.com\/webster<\/a>Lagoonfest Texas<\/p>\n 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<\/a> from 4-8 p.m. March 21-22 at Blue Lagoon Bar & Grill, located at 12930 Crystal View Blvd., Texas City.<\/p>\n Opening in May for 2026 season (exact dates TBD)Ticket pricing TBD, free (age 2 and under)12600 Crystal View Blvd., Texas Citywww.lagoonfesttexas.com<\/a>Margaritaville Lake Resort<\/p>\n 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<\/a> from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. May 12-13 and May 20-21<\/p>\n Pirates Bay Waterpark<\/p>\n This pirate-themed water park in Baytown offers a wave pool, a lazy river, water slides and a surfing simulator.<\/p>\n Open select days May 16-Sept. 7$35.99 (daily admission), $59-$79 (season pass)5300 East Road, Baytownwww.baytownpiratesbay.com<\/a>Schlitterbahn Galveston Waterpark<\/p>\n Rivers connect three distinct park sections at this water park in Galveston, which features water slides, raft rides, pools, water coasters and water playgrounds.<\/p>\n Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown<\/p>\n 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<\/a> from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. March 21.<\/p>\n 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\/splashtown<\/a>Typhoon Texas Waterpark<\/p>\n Located in Katy, attractions at this water park include a lazy river, a wave pool, multiple water slides and activities for younger swimmers.<\/p>\n