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Camelbeach Outdoor Waterpark at Camelback Resort
4.4(5,542)4.4 out of 5 stars, 5542 reviews Pittsburgh, PA
About Camelbeach Outdoor Waterpark at Camelback Resort
A scenic mountain-side waterpark offering a wide range of thrills from a relaxing lazy river to intense water slides, alongside dry activities like zip-lining and tubing, though it is heavily impacted by high operational friction and steep hidden costs.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families looking for a combined waterpark and mountain adventure dayParents willing to pay extra for VIP seating and convenience upgradesToddlers (2 years old): Enjoyed the dinosaur decorations and shallow water areasYoung Children (6-9 years old): Had fun with mermaid interactions and various poolsTeens and Adults: Well-suited for thrill-seekers looking for intense water slides, zip lines, and summer tubing
Why families love it
- Wide variety of water attractions suitable for all ages, including a lazy river and intense slides
- Adventure trio ticket option which bundles summer tubing, a 1000-foot zip line, and a mountain coaster
- Clean facilities with plenty of seating options, including reserved VIP deck chairs with waitress service
- Engaging kid-friendly elements like dinosaur decorations and mermaid interactions by the lazy pool
- Convenient Amazon quick-checkout food store inside the park
- Reserved VIP deck chairs overlooking the wave pool with dedicated waitress service
Insider tips
- Buy tickets and VIP chairs online in advance to avoid massive gate lines and sell-outs
- When parking, specifically ask for 'general parking for $12' to avoid being funneled into the $45-$50 lots
- Skip the mountain coaster as it can be physically painful and jerky
- Bring a waterproof mobile cover and extra dry clothes
- Be prepared to push past regular line crowds blocking the unmarked Express Pass lanes
Good to know before you go
- Buying tickets at the gate on busy summer days or holidays
- Paying the premium parking rate without asking for the general parking option
- Arriving late in the afternoon as some attractions close earlier than the park's official closing time
- The mountain coaster if you are sensitive to rough rides
- Exorbitant food pricing with single meals reaching up to $30 and basic cheeseburger meals at $18
- Crowds
- Extremely crowded on holidays like the 4th of July, leading to long entry lines and sold-out amenities
- Value
- Very expensive with high hidden costs. While tickets are cheaper online, guests face $45-$50 parking fees (unless general parking is requested), $30 locker rentals, and food prices ranging from $18 to $30 per person with no close outside food alternatives.
- Food
- No outside food options are located close by
- Accessibility
- Life vests are provided at each pool
- Safety
- Life vests are distributed at every pool
What parents say
"Soooo much fun! A perfect getaway for the family to enjoy a hot summer day. So many things to enjoy throughout the park. There are attractions for all ages. From the chill Lazy River to the most intense water slides you can handle. And everything in between to suit thrill seekers of all levels. Highly recommend getting the Express Lane pass if you can. This makes the day and the line waiting so much more enjoyable. Well worth it on a busy day. The rides are well maintained and were all operational at the time we attended. The park is very clean and well kept throughout the day. Plenty of seati"
9 months ago
"Must visit so much fun. Unlimited water rides lazy river good for all ages. Cafe inside has great food options and drinks. Amazon food store inside for quick food check out. Coffee available. Lockers available. Good restaurants. Buy tickets online better price. Keep changing clothes and mobile cover"
9 months ago
"My husband and I have wanted to try camelbeach waterpark for the 4th of July many years. Finally this year we were able to make the trip! We drove 4.5 hours to check this place out. Here’s why I give it a 3 : On Thursday july 4th we got into camelback resort parking lot. Very confusing if you have no idea parking isn’t free nor 45-50.00. They do not tell you when you come in that you’re in the expensive parking and that cheap parking is THRU the expensive lot. Luckily I asked where the 12.00 parking was because they tried charging me 45.00. (If you want cheap tell them I want general parking f"
10 months ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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