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Alabama Adventure & Splash Adventure
★4.4(3,538 reviews)$$$Water Park
🕑 Full day (6-8 hours)👶 Best for ages 3-16. Toddlers and preschoolers enjoy shallow splash areas and gentle attractions, while older kids and teens can tackle the bigger water slides and amusement park rides. Height requirements vary by attraction, so there's truly something for every age group.🧡 Saved by 100+ families
About
Alabama Adventure & Splash Adventure is a dual-experience destination featuring both thrilling amusement park rides and a sprawling water park perfect for beating the Alabama heat. With everything from gentle wave pools and lazy rivers to exciting water slides and family raft rides, this Birmingham area attraction offers a full day of entertainment for families looking to make a splash.
Highlights
- ✓Wave pool with family-friendly surf conditions perfect for younger swimmers
- ✓Lazy river for relaxing floats between more active attractions
- ✓Multiple water slides ranging from mild to wild for different thrill levels
- ✓Amusement park rides including roller coasters and classic carnival attractions
- ✓Dedicated kids' splash zone with age-appropriate water features and shallow play areas
Pro Tips
- 1.Arrive right at opening to claim the best cabana spots or poolside chairs before crowds arrive, especially on summer weekends.
- 2.Bring water shoes for the whole family since the pavement gets extremely hot on sunny days, and they'll make walking between attractions much more comfortable.
- 3.Consider visiting on weekdays during summer for shorter lines and a more relaxed experience, avoiding peak weekend crowds.
- 4.Pack reef-safe sunscreen and reapply frequently throughout the day, as there's limited shade in the water park areas.
- 5.Rent a locker near the entrance to store valuables, phones, and dry clothes so you're not carrying them around all day.
Best Time to Visit
Visit on weekday mornings during June or early September for smaller crowds and comfortable temperatures. The park is typically less busy Tuesday through Thursday, and arriving at opening gives you the best shot at popular attractions before afternoon heat and crowds peak.
What to Know
Parking is included with admission. Outside food and drinks are not permitted, but the park offers various dining options from quick snacks to full meals. Life jackets are provided free of charge for younger swimmers.
Seasonal Notes
The water park operates Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, with the amusement park side offering limited weekend operations in spring and fall. Peak season is June through August when both parks operate daily with extended hours.
Nearby Eats
Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park offers picnic areas about 10 minutes away if you want to pack lunch after your visit. For sit-down dining, head to nearby Bessemer where Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q offers kid-friendly Southern BBQ favorites in a casual atmosphere.
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