Gem State is the nickname for Idaho. Idaho is a very scenic place. In the north, you’ll find green forests, beautiful lakes and the historic silver mining town of Kellogg. In the south, you’ll see the deserts and the Oregon Trail that brought pioneers to the West. In the middle, there is a scenic highway that parallels the Clearwater River. If you’re an avid sportsperson, you can explore the many recreational opportunities in Idaho like great skiing, golfing, camping, hiking, and some mountain biking in the Hiawatha Trail. If you prefer museums, then the Riverside Art Museum of Eastern Idaho or the downtown Museum of Idaho may be ideal places to check out, with their collection of artworks and historical exhibits. Love animals? The Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park has lions, sloths and penguins, plus a petting zoo. Theme parks and amusement parks are also a reason why many tourists visit Idaho. Check out this list as to where to go for the top theme parks and amusement parks in Idaho, USA.
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1. Silverwood Theme Park
The largest theme park in the Pacific northwest, Silverwood Theme Park is near Coeur d'Alene, Sandpoint, Spirit Lake, Rathdrum, and Hayden. There are 70 rides, slides, and scheduled live shows. The most popular ride is the Steam Engine Train. If you prefer scaring yourself, do check “ Scary wood ”, where zombies and ghosts exist! You can rest tired legs at the cafe and playground nearby.
Silverwood Theme Park
Address: 27843 N. Hwy 95, Athol, ID 83801
Website: Silverwood Theme Park
Opening hours: 11am-6pm
Price: 20 USD
2. Roaring Springs Waterpark
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Roaring Spring has large waterparks for all ages. The more interesting ones are Corkscrew Cavern, where you can expect a free fall through the water tunnels. There are family-oriented slides which are better for younger children. The Wahooz Family Fun Zone is the place where families might prefer, with go-karting, a games arcade and a big bowling center.
Roaring Spring Waterpark
Address: 400 W. Overland Rd Meridian, ID 83642
Website: Roaring Springs Waterpark
Opening hours: 11am-8pm
Price: 28-33 USD
3. Silver Rapids Waterpark
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Silver Rapids Waterpark is part of Silver Mountain Ski Resort. Family activities are the highlight at Silver Rapids - think river rafting, plunge tube slides and numerous places for water play. The star ride here is FlowRider surging, where swimmers get to ride the unexpected surge of waves. The waterpark is very well maintained with numerous changing rooms.
Silver Rapids Waterpark
Address: 610 Bunker Avenue Kellogg, Idaho 83837
Website: Silver Rapids waterpark
Opening hours: 4am-8pm
Price: 20-30 USD
4. Triple Play Family Fun Park
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Triple Play provides fun for everyone. Play a laser tag game at the massive laser tag space or scale the walls at the climbing area. Perhaps strike some pins at the bowling alley? With three levels of slides, crawlers, tractors, and jets, everyone can enjoy something here.
Triple Play Family Fun Park
Address: 175 W Orchard Ave Hayden, Idaho 83835-9630
Website: Triple Play Family Fun Park
Opening hours: 10am-9pm
Price: 40-50 USD
5. Squealers Fun Park
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Squealers Fun Park is guaranteed to make you squeal as you play. Step in the Happy Squealmore’s Mini Golf challenges to nail a hole in the mini-golf course. If you prefer to race, navigate the twists, turns and bends on the Wild Hog Raceway. Wild Bill Hambone’s Buck-A-Roo swing, jump, and dive will be a much calmer ride for a family with kids. Scale the shorter walls at Captain Ricky ’s Climbing Wall for beginner climbers. The braver ones might like to try the overhanging towers. Children will love the Piglet Paddles Kiddy Bumper Boats, a perfect excuse to play in the water.
Squealers Fun Park
Address: 439 North 4000 East, Rigby, Idaho
Website: Squealers Fun Park
Opening hours: Mon-Thur 2pm-10pm, Fri-Sun 10am-10pm
Price: 5 USD
6. Raptor Reef Indoor Water Park
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Raptor Reef made its mark as one of the famous indoor parks with a big wave pool. The star slide Constrictor is known as the top five in the world. The children’s lagoon is armed with four giant water slides and relaxing indoor/outdoor hot tub. There are few beach cafes which serve very delightful delicacies and ice creams.
Raptor Reef
Address: 175 W. Orchard Avenue Hayden, ID 83835
Website: Raptor Reef Indoor Water Park
Opening hours: 10am-9pm
Price: 40 USD
7. Boulder Beach Water Park
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Boulder Beach Water Park is part of Silverwood Theme Park. Here in the park, horns signal the arrival of waves timed to surge every five minutes. This means the park is really popular amongst surfers, who come here to practice their technique. Apart from that, family fun raft rides and numerous waterslides, as well as toddler sprinklers means the whole family can enjoy something here.
Boulder Beach Water Park
Address: 27843 US-95, Athol, ID 83801, USA
Website: Boulder Beach Water Park
Opening hours: 11am-6pm
Price: 48 USD
8. Hamilton-Lowe Aquatics Center
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Hamilton-Lowe Aquatics Cente is a community pool, not too big and crowded during the peak season. With slides and a lazy river, this is the park you may want to go to when it’s too crowded at other theme parks. Locals love it for the lifeguard ratio and soothing background music.
Hamilton-Lowe Aquatics Center
Address: 830 N Mountain View Rd, Moscow, ID 83843, USA
Website: Hamilton-Lowe Aquatics Center
Opening hours: 12pm-7.30pm
Price: 4-5 USD
9. Rexburg Rapids
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Rexburg Rapids is a well-equipped water theme park, with a lazy river and many exciting slides. A big reindeer fountain near the pool will delight children. The splash pool with colorful and innovative slides is a hit amongst children as well. For those who prefer to bask in the sun, there is a huge picnic green for visitors to lounge around the pool.
Rexburg Rapids
Address: 50 W 2nd N, Rexburg, ID 83440, USA
Website: Rexburg Rapids
Opening hours: 10am-5.30pm
Price: 7 USD
10. Funland
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Editor’s Note: The establishment is temporarily closed for renovation, please check the website before visiting.
Funland is an old fashion amusement park with many familiar kiddie rides. The horse merry-go-round and Ferris wheel will bring back memories of childhood for many adults. In the wooden hut, the visitor can find many video games which they used to play as a child. There is also a small cafe serving finger food and ice cream.
Funland
Address: 365 Sunken Diamond Dr, Idaho Falls, ID 83402, USA
Website: Funland
Visit the theme parks at Idaho
The theme parks at Idaho have different themes and cater to different ages. Every park has its own key rides and innovative games for the young to the old. The prices also differ depending on the amenities within the theme park. However, it is clear to see that whichever park you may choose to go, there are numerous attractions for everyone.
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