Rapids Water Park

Rapids Water Park in South Florida is a family water park located just minutes for the Florida Keys. The park is in Riviera Beach, Florida. Plan to spend at least a full day here since the park offers numerous attractions.

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Finding something to do when visiting Rapids is easy to do. The park offers something for every visitor, young and old. A total of 29 rides water slides are available, including those considered wild and those considered mild. In addition, there are additional water slides for kids.

• Big Thunder: Rapids claims to have the largest water ride in all of Florida in their Big Thunder ride. This four-person tube ride takes you down as fast as 20 miles per hour. A big funnel funnels riders around and then down the tubes.
• Body Blasters: This ride features 1,000 feet of darkness that the ride plunges riders through. The dips, curves, turns and drops really make for a fun, though heart-pounding adventure.
• Black Thunder: Another of Rapids claims to fame is Black Thunder. This ride is another funnel style ride, for up to four players at a time, but the difference is that riders are in the dark. Hold on to the raft as you funnel around and down this ride in complete darkness.
• Raging Rapids: The Raging Rapids ride is a lot of fun, but is not as treacherous as it may seem. The right is for up to four riders. It takes you down two sharp drops and then you hit the rapids.
• Tubin' Tornadoes: Yet another of Rapids more exciting rides is Tubin' Tornadoes. This ride is another ride that takes you down a 1,000 feet tunnel in the dark. There are numerous turns and twists before you land in the water.

For those that may want to enjoy Rapids Water Park without all of the fear that comes from some of its less mild attractions, the park does offer several milder attractions. The Dancing Fountains is a series of jets that spray up into the air. The Lazy River is a family favorite. Simply grab a tube and float along a slow moving quarter mile river. Waterfalls and rain forests keep you wet. Another option is the 25,000 square foot wave pool called Big Surf. The waves can get rough, up to six feet.

In addition to these rides, Rapids also offers several options for the younger children. Allergator Alley is a fun ride designed specifically for kids under 10. Climb across netting, walk through the swap and spray water everywhere. Splish Splash Lagoon offers water slides, water-shooting cannons and a shipwreck to explore. For the youngest of children, Tadpool is available. Small slides and floating swamp animals make this a lot of fun.

Rapids Water Park offers a full day worth of enjoyment for the whole family. Before you pack up your beach town and head out for this Florida water park, keep a few more things in mind.

• There are two full service snack bars located in the park. You may not bring food or drinks into the park. Food includes American fare, such as hamburgers, hot dogs and pizza.
• Ice cream and other novelties are available throughout the park.
• Some rides do have height and weight restrictions on them. You can learn this information from guest services or check the map.
• The park is operational from March through October, weather permitting. Hours are limited in March, September and October.

Before you make a trip to Rapids, do visit the Rapids Water Park website. You can purchase tickets, get directions and check out the operating schedule for the day you plan to visit. Downloadable maps may also be available at this time. Discounts may also be available. Keep in mind that rides close depending on safety and weather conditions.

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