About Silver Rapids Waterpark
Silver Rapids Waterpark is consistently praised as a 'hidden gem' and 'amazing getaway', particularly ideal for families seeking an indoor escape during colder months. Parents highlight its excellent value for money, especially when bundled with hotel stays, and appreciate the clean, action-packed environment. The Flowrider is a notable attraction, and the staff generally receives high marks for their kindness and professionalism, contributing to a special family experience.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Weekend getaways, especially during cold weather months when outdoor activities are limited.Families seeking an indoor, active escape with a variety of water attractions.Parents and children looking for quality 'fun and family time' that is 'action packed'.Practicing surfing or bodyboarding skills on the Flowrider.Suitable for children, with 'kids having a blast' on slides and other attractions.
Why families love it
- Clean and well-maintained facilities, described as 'surprisingly clean for a water park' and 'warm, clean, fun, and action packed'.
- Staff generally described as 'kind', 'cheerful', 'hard working', 'professional', 'friendly', and 'genuinely concerned for our comfort'.
- Plenty of space and lots of open seating available, preventing overcrowding issues for general use.
- Offers a variety of activities including a popular Flowrider, lazy river, and water slides suitable for kids and adults.
- Provides a perfect indoor activity during cold weather months, making it an ideal year-round destination.
- The Flowrider, a specific surfing attraction that allows guests to practice skills (requires waiver for standing, and an orange bracelet).
Insider tips
- If planning to use the Flowrider and stand up, get your 'orange bracelet' and sign the necessary waiver ahead of time; staff will typically hold your spot in line (Review 2).
- For best value, consider booking a hotel room that includes day passes, as this is described as 'very affordable overall' (Review 2).
Good to know before you go
- If your children are sensitive to strict dress code enforcement that may lead to embarrassment, due to one reported incident.
- If you require very long operating hours, as one reviewer mentioned 'extremely short hours' (specific times are not provided).
- One instance of staff being perceived as 'extremely rude' regarding dress code, causing embarrassment to a 13-year-old daughter who was asked to put shorts over her swimsuit.
- Operating hours described as 'extremely short', though no specific hours are mentioned to confirm this.
- Crowds
- Generally appears well-managed, with 'plenty of space' and 'lots of open seating' (Review 1).
- Value
- Food is described as 'decently priced' and the snack stand as 'reasonably priced'. Overall, the experience is considered 'well worth it' and 'not actually expensive' when considering the resources, staff effort, and the fun provided. Booking a hotel room that includes day passes is highlighted as making the experience 'very affordable overall'.
- Food
- On-site food available and described as 'decently priced'.
- Accessibility
- No accommodations mentioned
- Safety
- Staff are present and 'watching out for our safety' (Review 4).
What parents say
"This resort is a hidden gem! We visited the water park, and our kids had a blast! There was plenty of space, and lots of open seating. The food was decently priced, and the drinks were amazing! 10 out of 10 would definitely return!"
9 months ago
"What an amazing getaway! We loved our time here. It was clean and well maintained, the staff was kind and lots to try out! Remember if you are going for the Flow rider get your orange bracelet ahead of time. I had waited in line for a bit as they let each individual have a decent turn. I got up to my turn and she informed me if I'd like to stand up I have to sign a waiver. She was super friendly and said go get it and come back and I'll let you back at the front of the line. Very sweet of her, we will go back and practice our skills on flow rider again! I'd you are thinking about coming it mak"
a year ago
"Staff is extremely rude! Came up to my 13 year-old daughter and asked her to put shorts on over her swimsuit. she’s 13. There was nothing wrong with what she was wearing. She was so embarrassed. She didn’t want to swim anymore! What a waste of money do not recommend and the hours were extremely short anyway. The only reason we came to the resort in the first place was to go swimming we weren’t there to do any skiing will not be back again!"
a month ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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