Best Water Parks Near Lufkin For Family Fun

Growing up in Texas, we had so many fun water parks and giant slides. Back then, there were lots of mom-and-pop slides and wacky places.

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The biggest water park at the time near here was WaterWorld, a great way to cool off next to AstroWorld in Houston. Those days are long gone, and now there are so many more water parks to choose from near Lufkin.

I've always liked Lufkin's location in Texas. It makes going to Austin, Dallas, Houston, or Shreveport an easy option. You get to pick what area you want to spend your quick getaway weekends.

Find A Water Park That Suits Your Needs

If you have small children, you will have different requirements for a water park. Children under 5 are just as happy at a local splash pad as a huge water park.

Once they start middle school, many children are ready to hit the big rides, and options for parks with giant wave pools, surfing, and tube slides become more appropriate. Just make sure they have a lazy river, so you will have a place to hang out.

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Sometimes the best option in this economy is the one that is closest to you. Proximity factors into affordability, and just getting into the park is going to cost you a bit of money.

Get On The Road Or Stay Close To Home?

Lufkin's central location can make you a weekend citizen of amazing cities with huge water parks, but there are also some options closer to home. Get your swimsuit on and let's take a look.