Splash at any one of these indoor water parks in Philadelphia (or at least within a two-hour drive) for an easy Philly day trip. These climate-controlled aquatic playgrounds offer a refreshing escape for the whole family. With all of this excitement so close to home, any day can be an indoor waterpark day. This roundup of local indoor waterparks has them all.

Indoor Water Parks in Resorts Near Philly

Load up the best family podcasts for road trips and hit the open road. This list of indoor waterparks in Philadelphia (and Greater Philly) covers the bases. The only problem is knowing where to begin.

H20 Indoor Waterpark

Address: Split Rock Resort, 100 Moseywood Road, Lake Harmony, PA

Contact: 570-722-9111 | Instagram: @H20SplitRock

H2O Indoor Waterpark Fast Facts:

• Temperature: 84°F
• Size: 53,000+ square feet
• Ticketing (2025):
  • Over 42″: $60 | Under 42″: $25
  • Observer: $10
  • Kids Under 3: Free

The Split Rock Hotel’s H2Oooohh! Indoor WaterPark is roughly two hours from Philly. This smaller water park is perfect for kids under 12. It has five exciting slides, some of which twist and turn four stories down, a wave pool, activity pool, aquatic play structure, crossing activity, a FlowRider surf machine, and hot tubs.

The little ones will love the Jungle Falls and Leapin’ Lizards play areas. There’s plenty of seating.  Visit the Tiki Bar for kid-friendly food and drinks. Ticket prices at this indoor water park in Philadelphia vary by season.   

Island Waterpark at Showboat

Address: 801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ

Contact: 609-964-7663 | Instagram: @ACIslandWaterPark

Island Water Park at Showboat Fast Facts:

• Temperature: 80°F
• Size: 120,000 square feet
• Ticketing (2025):
  • Day Pass: From $49
  • Twilight Pass: From $29
  • Kids Under 3: Free

Island Waterpark at Showboat is an indoor waterpark in Atlantic City (roughly one hour away). Lounge on a pool float and glide along the 6,500-foot lazy river. It spans almost the length of the park. Feel the rush of 11 slides, surf simulator, and tidal races in a nice 80°F environment.

Need a break from the water? Island Waterpark is also home to the world’s largest arcade. Daily park tickets in 2025 begin at $49. However, twilight admission (beginning at 4 PM) starts at $29. Adults 21+ can opt for Paradise Island admission and access to the adults-only Bliss Pool. Just don’t forget the beach towel.

Aquatopia

Address: Camelback Resort, 193 Resort Drive, Tannersville, PA 

Contact: 855-515-1283 | Instagram: @CamelBackResortPA

Aquatopia Fast Facts:

• Temperature: 84°F
• Size: 125,000 square feet
• Ticketing (2025):
  • Day Pass: From $49
  • Twilight Pass: From $29

Camelback Resort’s Aquatopia keeps it 84°F and, at 125,000 square feet with a transparent roof, it almost feels like a day at the beach. Thirteen water slides and kiddie slides, seven pools, a lazy river, hot tubs, and zero-entry pools provide plenty of options.

Day passes begin at $49 and twilight passes (starting at 3 PM) begin at $29. Shops located poolside and restaurants nearby make it easy to break for food. Storm Chaser Water Coaster is the longest water coaster in the world, while Venus SlydeTrap Waterslide is the only slide of its kind in the world.

Kalahari Resorts

Address: 250 Kalahari Boulevard, Pocono Manor, PA

Contact: 866-920-9805 | Instagram: @KalahariResorts

Kalahari Resort Poconos Fast Facts:

• Temperature: 84°F
• Size: 220,000 square feet
• Ticketing (2025):
  • Day Pass: From $69
  • Twilight Pass: From $45
  • Resort Guests: Free

 

Kalahari Resort in the Pocono Mountains offers 220,000 square feet of water excitement with a theme inspired by African cultures. Discover six exciting water slides, an aquatic jungle gym, a lazy river, pools, and hot tubs. Some experiences require additional ticketing.

Little kids will enjoy the lazy river that’s just their size, plus the slides and water sports in a pool made for them. The resort has a wide selection of restaurants, including a buffet, a pizza place, a tavern, a café, and a restaurant, so it’s easy to break for food.

Great Wolf Lodge

Address: 1 Great Wolf Drive, Scotrun, PA

Contact: 800-768-9653 | Instagram: @GreatWolfLodge

Great Wolf Lodge Fast Facts:

• Temperature: 84°F
• Size: 120,000 square feet
• Ticketing (2025):
  • Day Pass: From $40
  • Twilight Pass: From $30
  • Resort Guests: Free

 

Great Wolf Lodge Poconos Resort sets the standard for water parks. The space is immense, with attractions including eight different water slides, activity pools, a wave pool, hot tubs, a lazy river, and an aquatic jungle gym with a spilling bucket. 

Don’t miss slideboarding. This indoor water park attraction combines gaming and water slide action for a truly unique experience. Parents love Great Wolf Lodge for the attention to detail, the variety of activities inside and outside of the water park, and the friendly and helpful staff.

Non-Resort Indoor Waterparks Around Philly

Not every indoor water park in Philadelphia (or beyond) requires an overnight stay (but who couldn’t do with a long weekend overnight trip?). Enjoy family fun with a visit to a local water park anytime of year. Call ahead to verify hours and confirm admission prices.

DreamWorks Water Park

Address: 1 American Dream Way, East Rutherford, NJ

Contact: 833-263-7326 | Instagram: @AmericanDream

Dreamworks Water Park Fast Facts:

• Temperature: 81°F
• Size: 375,260 square feet
• Ticketing (2025):
  • All-Access Pass: Non-Peak: From $69  |  Peak: From $89
  • Twilight Pass: Non-Peak: From $49  |  Peak: From $59

DreamWorks Water Park, located within the American Dream shopping and entertainment complex, is the largest indoor water park in North America. With attractions inspired by DreamWorks movies, kids will love spotting their favorite characters and settings throughout the park.

It’s always 81°F inside Dreamworks Water Park. Enjoy the world’s biggest wave pool and the world’s tallest trapdoor capsule (14 stories high) on the Thrillagascar and Jungle Jammer slides. There’s plenty here for the toddler set, including six themed slides, a lazy river, and a level play structure with all kinds of water feature fun.

Greater Plymouth Community Center

Address: 2910 Jolly Road, Plymouth Meeting, PA

Contact: 610-277-4312

Greater Plymouth Community Center Pool Fast Facts:

• Ticketing (2025):
  • Day Pass: Friday to Sunday: $18 | Monday to Thursday: $15

The Greater Plymouth Community Center indoor pool includes a two-story water slide, various spray features, and a smaller slide for little kids.

Hours vary, but the Greater Plymouth Community Center does have open swim times during the weekend. A one-day pass in 2025 for Friday to Sunday is $18, while Monday to Thursday is $15. Annual, one-month, or college passes can help save even more money.

Sahara Sam’s Oasis

Address: 535 North Route 73, West Berlin, NJ

Contact: 856-767-7580 | Instagram: @SaharaSamsOasis

Saraha Sam’s Oasis Fast Facts:

• Size: 70,000 square feet
• Ticketing (2025)
  • Day Pass: From $29.99
  • Senior Pass: From $19.99
  • Two and Under: Free with Ticketed Adult

For a day of aquatic action, Sahara Sam’s Oasis (formerly Big Kahuna) is only 20 minutes from Philly. Amenities include four slides, a leisure pool, a lazy river, a FlowRider surf machine, an aquatic jungle gym, and an activity pool with basketball hoops and balancing activities.

Little Lizard Landing is a sweet water play area just for toddlers (48″ and below). The indoor waterpark boasts 70,000+ square feet and a retractable roof. The indoor waterpark (and the arcade) are open year-round. Enjoy the outdoor waterpark Memorial Day through Labor Day.         

The Salvation Army Kroc Center Camden

Address: 1865 Harrison Avenue, Camden, NJ

Contact: 856) 379-6909 | Instagram: @CamdenKroc

Kroc Center Camden Water Park Fast Facts:

• Temperature: 83°F -85°F (pool)

The Salvation Army Kroc Center in Camden has an affordable and convenient water park for local families. Water slides and a lazy river make for splashy fun.

Either sign up for a monthly or annual membership, or buy a pass for all-day fun. Open hours and non-member swim times vary, so check before making the trip.

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Photograph courtesy of Kalahari Resort.