Cool off this summer at one of America's top 25 water parks - Whether you're looking for thrilling water slides, family-friendly activities, or just to float down the lazy river in the sun, these water parks have a little something for everyone. Check out the best splash zones in the country, as ranked by TripAdvisor.

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25. White Water, MO - Located in Branson, this water park prides itself on being clean and safe while also offering activities like "Praise & Waves," which mixes faith with fun.

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24. Sun-N-Fun Lagoon, FL - This park in Naples boasts one million gallons of water spread across pools, a lazy river, and splash-grounds. 

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23. Kalahari Waterpark, PA - Nestled in the Pocono Mountains you'll find "America's Largest Indoor Waterpark," according to their website. 

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22. Kalahari Resort Waterparks, WI - This Wisconsin Dells location is open rain or shine, and offers the chance to learn how to surf on a wave simulator that pumps 50,000 gallons of water under you every minute! 

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21. Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark, PA - In Tannersville, also among the Poconos, Camelbeach offers a wealth of activities like Latin Sundays and the world's largest swim lessons, their website reports.

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20. Aquatica San Antonio, TX - See who can slide faster down the Taumata Racer or spend some time cuddling stingrays (with the help of professionals).

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19. Frontier Town, MD - Maryland's Ocean City hosts this family-oriented, Western-themed park with attractions for every age. They have everything from interactive mini geysers and cactus fountains to the laziest of rivers.

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18. Enchanted Forest Water Safari, NY - New York's largest water theme park is situated in Old Forge and boasts more than 50 rides and attractions, more than half of which are heated outdoor water rides.

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17. Schlitterbahn Waterpark New Braunfels, TX - You may have heard about this park when it opened the world's tallest water slide in 2014, and again when it closed due to a fatal accident, but the park has made its way back to the top 20!

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16. Wilderness Territory, WI - Wisconsin Dells also hosts America's largest water park resort, the Wilderness Resort, which features four indoor and four outdoor water parks. 

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15. Great Wolf Lodge Water Park, NC - This particular location in Concord is “80,000 Sq. Feet of Fun,” as their website says, and it's kept at a comfortable 84°F year-round.

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14. Whales Tale Waterpark, NH - This Lincoln water park boasts they are "New England’s Favorite Waterpark," and one admission ticket includes unlimited use of water slides, the lazy river, kiddie areas, tubes, and the wave pool.

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13. Jay Peak Pump House, VT - This Vermont water park offers the rare chance to experience snowfall in the comfort of your bathing suit. 

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12. Dollywood's Splash Country Water Adventure Park, TN - Pigeon Forge is home to Tennessee's first water coaster, the RiverRush. If you want to try white water rafting, try The Big Bear Plunge, which simulates the bumps and splashes of a real expedition.

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11. Shipwreck Island Waterpark, FL - Make your way to Panama City Beach, get out those eye patches and hooks, and scour the park for treasured family moments.

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10. Water World, CO - If you're in the mood to fly up a hill on a water coaster or shoot down a wheeled sled into a splash tank, take a trip to Federal Heights in Colorado. 

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9. Waldameer Water World, PA - Located in the city of Erie, Waldameer has thrills for all ages as well as the Tri-State area's biggest wave pool.

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8. Morey's Piers and Beachfront Water Parks, NJ - Wildwood's beachfront is home to both the tropical Ocean Oasis Water Park as well as the adventurous Raging Waters Water Park.

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7. Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park Resort, PA - Splash Lagoon's immense indoor park features nine water slides, a tree top rope course, the largest wave pool in the eastern United States, and it also conveniently connects to three hotels.

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6. Noah's Ark Water Park, WI - Another location in Wisconsin Dells, Noah's Ark is the country's largest water park, with 51 slides, two wave pools, a surfing simulator, the world's largest bowl ride, and a 4-D dive-in theater.

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5. Water Country USA, VA - This extremely well-maintained park in Williamsburg was the first in the country to have a funnel-and-wave raft experience, known fondly as the Colossal Curl.

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4. Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari, IN - Located in the city of Santa Claus, which is a real Christmas-themed town in Indiana, this park combines wet and dry thrills like the Mammoth, which is the world’s longest water coaster, their website confirms. 

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3. Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park, FL - Orlando’s Disney World offers thrilling rides like the Summit Plummet and Slush Gusher, as well as the chance to bask in warmth while in a winter wonderland. 

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2. Aquatica Orlando, FL - Aquatica makes its second appearance on the list, well-loved for its cabanas, all-day dining, and being open year-round. Try the new Ray Rush, a water adventure slide with different ways to get to the bottom!

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1. Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park, FL - It comes as no surprise that Disney’s water park is the highest rated, as it has the largest surf pool on the continent, but check out some other specially designed water parks that deserve a mention.

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Morgan’s Inspiration Island, TX - San Antonio is home to the world’s first fully wheelchair-accessible water park, and you can read more about its design here. Everyone deserves to experience the joy of water parks!

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Raging Waters San Dimas, CA - Sliding in the dark is one of the most popular experiences at Raging Waters, where you can conquer a 52 ft drop and ride at 50 mph in pitch blackness.

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Action Park Mountain Creek, NJ - Action Park does its name justice with a slide that has a 99 ft drop (called H2-Oh-No), cliff jumps that are scarily similar to real plunges, and Tarzan swings for the little monkeys to enjoy.

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Avalanche Bay, MI - Located at the base of a ski mountain in Boyne, you can find year-round fun at Michigan's largest indoor water park. 

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