Things to Do

Fun-Filled Water & Theme Parks in the Texas Hill Country to Visit This Summer

By  | 
Tony Maples Photography

 

The spring and summer weather in the Texas Hill Country provide the perfect opportunity to take advantage of our local theme and water parks. And we have some doozies! Although there are a number of great locales to get out and enjoy some thrill rides or cool off at, here are just three that are sure to take that extra time off your hands and turn it into an unforgettable family outing!

1. Six Flags Fiesta Texas San Antonio

Fun-Filled Water & Theme Parks in the Texas Hill Country to Visit This Summer

Photo: Facebook/Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Six Flags Fiesta Texas is located in San Antonio, here in the Texas Hill Country, and provides a number of thrill rides of all levels, from tame to outrageous! They also feature a fantastic water park, coming in for the one-two punch of family fun. There are 57 rides in total for hours of excitement, plus special events and shows to keep young and old alike entertained. For hours and special events, visit their website to get more details.

2. Shlitterbahn New Braunfels

Fun-Filled Water & Theme Parks in the Texas Hill Country to Visit This Summer

Photo: Facebook/Schlitterbahn New Braunfels

With more than 70 acres of thrilling water rides for family fun, Schlitterbahn in New Braunfels is situated on the banks of the Comal River and features epic adventure together with beat-the-heat relaxation. Couple that with playgrounds and great picnic spots and you’ve got a winning ticket. Guests can also stay in one of their many on-site accommodations to create that great home-away-from-home feeling just a stroll away from all of the fun.

3. Splashtown San Antonio

Fun-Filled Water & Theme Parks in the Texas Hill Country to Visit This Summer

Photo: Facebook/Splashtown San Antonio

Situated on San Antonio’s northeast side, Splashtown’s water park features an amazing half-million-gallon wave pool, not to mention a quarter-mile-long lazy river! In addition, your family will love the 40 water slides and rides, water and beach volleyball, an activity pool, as well as basketball. Splashtown features a number of cabanas for use on site, as well as the opportunity to host birthday parties on a hot Texas Hill Country day. For ticket or pass details, visit their website for more information.