
Parent-Reviewed Indoor Water Parks Near Chicago
Read parent reviews (and add your own!) for the best indoor water parks near Chicago and the suburbs, along with a few of our Wisconsin favorites!
Whatever the weather brings, and whether you choose to make it a Dells weekend or stay closer to home, an indoor water park is your family's answer to year-round pool, water slide and splash pad fun.
Use our interactive map to find an indoor waterpark near you, and check out parent recommendations for the best outdoor waterparks around Chicago, too.
Springs Water Park (The Ingleside Hotel)
Shila said: Less than 30 minutes from Milwaukee, this indoor water park features 3 slides, a lazy river, activity pool, dump buckets, whirlpool, and more. The largest slide is 362 ft. long.
Pewaukee, WIGrand Bear Falls (Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock)
Kristy Pepping said: Enjoy a wet and wild family day at Grand Bear Falls with their 24,000 square foot indoor water park with play zones, slides, wave pool, lazy river, and 15 person hot tub!
Oglesby, ILKalahari Resorts
Kristy Pepping said: Kalahari Resorts features an exciting mix of indoor and outdoor rides, slides, and entertainment. The resort has an indoor (84 degrees) waterpark and outdoor waterpark, theme park, salon, kidz spa, and much more. Plus, there are several on-site restaurants to please both sophisticated and picky-eater tastes. Kalahari also features body board surfing, kid-friendly hot tub, character breakfasts, and arcade. An indoor Ferris Wheel stands 6 stories tall within its carnival-like adventure park! Purchase day passes as a guest, or stay at the resort and they will be included.
Baraboo, WIGreat Wolf Lodge Wisconsin Dells
Kristy Pepping said: Great Wolf Lodge offers 80,000 square feet of indoor waterpark fun with more than a dozen slides, a lazy river, in-lodge family entertainment, spa, restaurants, and more. Guest passes are available for the day, too.
Wilderness Resort
Kristy Pepping said: The Wilderness Resort is located on 600 acres consisting of cabin-themed properties and villas, and including multiple indoor and outdoor water parks, and so many family attractions. The resort features arcades, a laser arena, go-carts, ropes course, mini-golf and more, including Take Flight, an aerial adventure theatre ride.
Chula Vista Resort
Shila said: Featuring both indoor & outdoor water parks with more than 2 dozen water slides, huge interactive kiddie play areas, activity pools, lazy river, luxurious poolside cabanas, outdoor hot springs, & more, Chula Vista was designed with the whole family in mind! The resort also features an 18-hole golf course, river walk, hot springs, spa, & plenty of family dining. Water park passes are included in all overnight stays, and day passes are also available for those not staying at the resort.
Wisconsin Dells, WIMt. Olympus Water & Theme Park
Kristy Pepping said: Mt. Olympus Water and Theme Resort offers both indoor and outdoor water parks, as well as thrilling rollercoasters and amusement park rides, like twirling teacups and bumper cars. Take a plunge down several water slides or sit in a hot tub to relax. Lodging options include typical hotel suites, but also tents for camping and unique treehouse beds! Kids love it!
Wisconsin Dells, WIPrimary photo: Grand Bear Resort
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