Alabama boasts a variety of family attractions that are perfect for a summer day trip. One of these places, which celebrates 50 years this summer, is Point Mallard Park. For information about this park, including its most famous feature, take a look below.

Point Mallard Park, which opened in 1970, sits on approximately 500 acres in Decatur, Alabama.
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Each summer, its waterpark area attracts numerous visitors from all across the North Alabama region and beyond. Everyone is eager to take a dip in the park's famous wave pool.
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Speaking of wave pool, Point Mallard Park is home to America's first wave pool. This is of course the park's main feature.
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In addition to its wave pool, the waterpark area of Point Mallard Park also offers a variety of waterslides,...
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...a relaxing lazy river, and an...
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...Olympic sized swimming pool complete with platforms and lifeguards. Interestingly, several Olympic swimmers, including Greg Louganis, have trained at this pool.
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There's also a fun kiddie area that's great if you have small children. They thoroughly enjoy the Squirt Factory and Duck Pond.
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For those of you who wish to stay overnight, Point Mallard Park also offers a campground. Click here for information, including how to reserve your campsite.
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For more information about Point Mallard Park, you can view its website here and its Facebook page here. Hours: Daily, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Have you ever been to Point Mallard Park in Decatur, Alabama? If so, please share your experience with us in the comments below.

Another place in Decatur, Alabama that’s worthy of a visit is Delano Park. For information, be sure to take a look at the following article: Have A Fairytale Experience At Delano Park, One Of Alabama’s Oldest And Most Beautiful City Parks.

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Point Mallard Park, 2901 Point Mallard Cir SE, Decatur, AL 35601, USA