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Makin’ a splash: Charleston County water parks are ready for summer

With summer around the corner, here are three ways to cool off around the Holy City.

Charleston County water parks

Charleston County water parks are ready for the summer season.

With summer right around the corner, so are the Holy City’s famously sweltering days. To beat the heat, we suggest a trip to Charleston County’s water parks.

The three splashy attractions — plus the pool at West County Aquatic Center in Hollywood — will open for weekend fun starting Saturday, May 17, with daily operations beginning Friday, May 30. With activities for all ages, you’re sure to cool off in no time.

Pro tip: Be sure to check their website before you plan your trip — schedules are subject to change.

Charleston County water parks

You know it’s summer in CHS when the Charleston County water parks roll out their seasonal hours.

Goggle at these water parks:

Whirlin’ Waters Adventure Waterpark
Location: Wannamaker County Park, North Charleston
Highlights: The 65-ft Washout slides, the 27,000-sqft Big Kahuna wave pool, The Rollin’ River lazy river
Schedule: Opens weekends only starting Friday, May 17 (10 a.m.–6 p.m), runs daily from Friday May 30– Sunday, Aug. 10 (weekdays: 10 a.m.–5 p.m., weekends: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.), then returns to weekends only through Labor Day, Sept. 1.
Admission: $24.99 general admission

Splash Island Waterpark
Location: Palmetto Islands County Park
Highlights: 200-ft body flume, 16-ft otter slide, raindrop waterfalls
Schedule: Opens weekends only starting May 17 (Saturday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sunday: 1–6 p.m.), daily hours from Friday, May 30–Sunday, Aug. 3 (Weekdays: 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Saturday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sunday: 1–6 p.m.), closes for the season after Sunday, Aug. 3
Admission: $9.99 general admission; $2 per person Palmetto Islands County Park gate admission also required

A water park in Charleston with a wading pool and play structure featuring several slides.

Looking to cool off this summer in Charleston? Water parks are the right choice.

Splash Zone Waterpark
Location: James Island County Park, 871 Riverland Dr.
Highlights: 200-ft tube slide + open slide, rainforest-themed play structure
Schedule: Opens weekends only starting May 17 (Saturday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sunday: 1–6 p.m.), daily hours from Friday, May 30–Sunday, Aug. 3 (Weekdays: 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Saturday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sunday: 1–6 p.m.), closes for the season after Sunday, Aug. 3
Admission: $15.99 general admission

Pro tips: Admission for kids + seniors costs a few dollars less than general admission at each park. Go after 3 p.m. on weekdays to snag cheaper general admission. If you’re planning to visit the water parks a lot this summer, you might want to splurge for a Splash Pass 2025.

You better believe we’ll be floating down the Rollin’ River soon — see you there, Charleston.

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