Long Island Amusement Parks and Water Parks Guide

The beach is a prime attraction on Long Island in the summer, but there are water parks, pools, and amusement parks with kiddie rides to while away those lazy vacation days, too!

Read on to find out where to go with teens, school-age kids, and even toddlers and preschoolers.

Local Amusement Parks
Enjoy a thrilling ride on the twisty Turbulence roller coaster at Adventureland in Farmingdale. Photo courtesy of the amusement park
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Hersheypark's Skyrush reaches speeds of up to 75 mph and includes five zero-G airtime hills.
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Head to the pirate-themed Bayville Adventure Park or explore one of these other local amusement parks on Long Island.
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Splish Splash is New York’s largest water park, spanning 96 acres.
Long Island Water Parks, Slides, and Pools to Cool Off in this Summer
Friends young and old enjoy the attractions and Legoland New York, the first major theme park in the Northeast in 40 years.
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The largest indoor wave pool in the world is perfect for even the tiniest swimmers.
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Latest Theme & Water Parks News

The thrilling Moon Chaser spins, twists, dips, and inverts riders at heights up to 45 feet in the air.
Adventureland Debuts New Rides and Announces Multi-Year Expansion
This beloved local amusement park is adding new rides and expanding!
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Take to the skies on Legoland New York's new Minifigure Skyflyer. Rendering courtesy of the resort
From Six Flags' The Flash to Legoland's Minifigure Skyflyer Here Are the Top Attractions Coming to Theme Parks near You
Tap into your sense of adventure with these new theme park rides and attractions.
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The River Canyon Run at Great Wolf Lodge is a raft slide the whole family can enjoy!
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Enjoy a pool day any time of year at one of these nearby water parks.
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Great Wolf's indoor water park draws kids of all ages to its slides and recent renovations mean its added seven new slides to its collection..
Guide to Visiting Great Wolf Lodge in the Poconos with Kids: Indoor Water Park and More Fun
New additions mean it's time to revisit this family-friendly resort in the heart of the Poconos.
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Legoland New York is set to beat the summer heat with a cool giveaway: 25 lucky visitors receive a family four-pack of season passes every time the temp hits 100.
Legoland New York Set to Giveaway 100 Season Passes as Summer Temps Soar
Soaring temps mean FREE season passes at our favorite Hudson Valley theme park.
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Want to splash at the new Legoland New York Water Playground? You'll have to set the alarm to score a same-day reservation. Photo courtesy of Legoland New York
Parent's Guide to Legoland New York Water Playground
Grab your tickets, nab your reservation, and hit this awesome new attraction.
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