Beat the heat at Water Country USA in Williamsburg: a family-focused water park with fast slides, a huge wave pool and a lazy river. Read on for ride highlights, seasonal timing and practical tips to make the most of a day here.
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The afternoon sun bakes the blacktop and the air carries a faint vinegar-sweet scent of chlorine; laughter ricochets off concrete canyons as bodies slide, plunge and float. At Water Country USA the park's rhythm is immediate: a rush of sliders hurtling through tubes, a lazy river that seems to pull you forward, and the wave pool that hurls short, ecstatic chaos at the shore.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; expect standing, walking between attractions and occasional stairs.
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History
Operated by SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, the park developed as a regional water-park complement to Busch Gardens and has been a summer staple for Williamsburg-area families for decades.
Conservation
The park manages water treatment and guest recycling programs; travelers can reduce impact by using refillable bottles and following park guidelines for waste and safety.
Reserve your spot on the Water Country USA Ticket (Williamsburg, Virginia) today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive at park opening
Popular attractions stack quickly—be at the gates when they open to get first rides with minimal lines.
Pack a waterproof pouch and ID
Mobile tickets are accepted but you’ll need a photo ID and a secure pouch for your phone and credit card.
Use lockers for valuables
Lockers are available near major attractions to keep belongings dry and hands-free during rides.
Reapply reef-safe sunscreen often
High sun exposure and reflective water mean sunscreen every 90 minutes, especially for children.
Swimsuit
A proper swimsuit is required for slides and pools and dries quickly between attractions.
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Water shoes
Protects feet on hot concrete and provides grip on wet surfaces.
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Refillable water bottle
Staying hydrated is crucial; refill stations are available though lines may form.
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Waterproof phone pouch
Keeps your phone and cards safe on rides and allows hands-free photos.
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