Best 5 water parks in the US

School is almost out and that means summer is here. The temperatures are soaring already and families are looking for ways to cool off and entertain their children at the same time. There is no better way to beat the summer heat than spending the hot summer days at a local water park. Or you can let them stay home and they will call you at work every 15 minutes for no reason at all, they will also come close to eating a year's worth of grocery in the span of two months. I bet the water park is starting to sound pretty good to you now.

The US has more than enough water parks to accommodate the thousands upon thousands of kids out on summer break. I have put together a very short list of the best 5 water parks in the US. If you live in or near any of these parks you owe it to your children and yourself to visit one. Let your hair down, take a break from the cares and stresses of work and school and enjoy a summer your kids and hopefully you too will be talking about for years to come.

Noah's Ark Water Park
1410 Wisconsin Dells Parkway                                                                                   
Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
http://www.noahsarkwaterpark.com/
608-254-6351
Noah's Ark is America's largest water park with over 60 water-based activities.
Their amazing waterslides and rides include Black Anaconda, Water Coaster; Time Warp, the World’s Largest Bowl Ride; and the Scorpion’s Tail and the Near-Vertical Looping Waterslide.  They have wonderful ride for the little one too like, Tadpole Bay Kiddie Kingdom Water Playground and Noah’s 4-D Dive-In Theater. Noah’s Ark has been open for more than 30 years, they provide a safe, clean, and unforgettable experience the whole family will enjoy. All-Day Unlimited Pass - $36.99 + tax, Save 10% on All-Day Unlimited pass if you purchase online! Children 47" tall & under receive a 20% discount on All-Day Unlimited Use Pass. Visit website for group rates. Free Parking.

Dollywood Splash Country
2700 Dollywood Parks Blvd.
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
(800-365-5996)
http://www.dollywood.com/waterpark
Dollywood’s Splash Country features more than 23 water slides and rides including: white water rafting on Big Bear Plunge, Mountain Scream, and The Butterfly to name a few. They offer a 25,000 square-foot wave pool, a lazy river with cascading waterfall and a lot more. Little Creek Falls and The Cascades will entertain your little children for hours with slides, an activity center. a lagoon-style pool with more than 25 water elements for children to explore. Restaurants and concession stands with food choices including burgers, sandwiches, pizza, ice cream, fresh fruit and salads, kids meals and more. The park is open late May through early September. Lockers, strollers and wheelchairs are available for rent, while life vests and inner tubes are complimentary. 2012 One Day Regular ticket (ages 12-59) $44, Child (ages 4-11) $39, Senior (ages 60+) $39. Children 3 and under Free.  Paid parking. Free with season pass.

Typhoon Lagoon                                                                                                         
1145 East Buena Vista Boulevard
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/
A tropical paradise. Disney's Typhoon Lagoon water park is the place to go for all ages. Amazing waterslides and you'll love the lazy river, wave pool and children's play area. 9 waterslides, Castaway Creek, Gang Plank Falls, children's play area, Surf Pool with 6-foot waves and Shark Reef, where you can snorkel with real sharks and schools of colorful fish. Be sure to check out the Crush 'n' Gusher water coaster! Restaurants include Crush Hot Dog Cart, Funnel Cakes, Happy Landings Ice Cream, Leaning Palms, Let's Go Slurpin', Lowtide Lou's (seasonal), Snack Shack Stand, Surf Doggie Hot Dog Cart, Typhoon Tilly's. Single day tickets for Ages 10 & Older $52.19 USD, Ages 3 to 9 $43.67 USD.

Raging Waters
San Jose, CA
2333 South White Road
San Jose , CA 95148
Phone: (408) 238-9900
http://www.rwsplash.com/
Northern California 's Largest Waterpark. 23-acres of family fun and attractions, including the Dragon's Den. Thrilling high-speed slides, and family attractions like the 350,000-gallon Wave Pool and The Pirate's Cove, an interactive themed water fort. Rides include: Barracuda Blaster, Blue Thunder/White Lighting, Bombs Away, Great White Shark, Serpentine Slides, Shotgun Falls and Slide Creek Falls. Raging Waters offers a variety of lunch items throughout the park including Fresh Salads, Funnel Cakes, BBQ and Ice Cream Sundaes. Restaurants include Pacific Pizza, Cowabunga Chicken and Beach City Burgers. Parking is $6.00 per car and $18.00 per bus. General admission (48 inches and taller) $33.99, Junior admission (under 48 inches) $23.99, Senior (60+ years with ID) $23.00, Two years and under are Free. Buy online for only Save $4 per General Admission ticket when you buy online.

Six Flags White Water Atlanta
250 Cobb Parkway N #100
Marietta, GA 30062
(770) 948-9290
http://www.sixflags.com/whitewater
Six Flags White Water the largest waterpark in the South. 50 attractions, one of the world's tallest free-falls, and great family rides and play areas. Enjoy Cliffhanger, Tornado, Little Squirt's Island, and much more. There is also an Activity Pool that will keep the little ones entertained for hours on end. General admission $37.99, children under 48" $26.99, 2 & under Free. Visit website for additional specials and discounts. Six flags White Water's Opening weekend is May 19-20. the park will be open daily starting May 26. Please check operating calendar for dates and hours. One-Day Parking $12.00. Dining information: Super Hero Meals are individual meal deals just right for one person priced at $13.49 for an individual. Family Meal Deals. The whole family can agree that nothing makes you hungrier than a high-thrills day at the park! Choose from Primo's Pizzeria featuring Famous Famiglia Pizza, Flags Famous chicken strips, or Johnny Rockets burgers & fries family meal deals. $39.99 Primo's Pizzeria or Flags Famous chicken strips for 4 people. $44.99 Johnny Rockets burgers & fries for 4 people.