When the weather is cold outside, chances are you’re thinking about places where you can have some family-friendly fun. But Minnesota’s weather is so unpredictable and that’s why it’s still important to have some indoor activities available throughout the year. And one of my favorite things to do is to visit an indoor water park. Luckily, there are some great ones all across Minnesota, including what might be the state’s biggest indoor water park at Great Wolf Lodge. Featuring several slides, a lazy river, as well as an epic wave pool, it’s by far one of the best waterparks in Minnesota. Read on below to learn about this enormous park and all that you’ll find there:

Great Wolf Lodge is a resort in Bloomington, Minnesota. Among other things, such as excellent rooms and restaurants, it's also home to one of the biggest indoor water parks in Minnesota. It covers more than 75,000 square feet!
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This is an excellent place to visit for families searching for year-round fun! There is plenty to do for people of all ages. Those who want to relax may enjoy a float down Crooked Creek, a long lazy river.
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Chinook Cove is an activity pool that kids will love. Visitors can play water basketball in this fun area.
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Of course, those seeking greater thrills are also in luck. Otter Run is a great water slide for kids and adults alike.
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Totem Towers is also fun. Visitors must climb to the top of a treehouse before taking the plunge into the pool below. It'll quickly become a favorite slide!
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Alberta Falls lets visitors ride down together on a raft. This slide is four stories tall!
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If you'd rather go on a rafting trip, you'll love River Canyon Run. And to practice your surfing skills, try Wolf Rider Wipeout. By far, this enormous indoor water park is one of the best in Minnesota, and you'll want to experience it for yourself.
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Take this quick tour through the slides by watching this YouTube video by Slide Guide. I can see myself having fun on all of them. They look like they would be a blast!

For more information about this epic waterpark, including booking a stay or visiting the waterpark, visit the Great Wolf Lodge website. Also be sure to check out our past article about another popular indoor water park, the Edgewater Resort in Duluth.

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Aside from the Great Wolf Lodge Waterpark, what are some more waterparks in Minnesota?

Of course, the Great Wolf Lodge is lots of fun, but here are some more waterparks in Minnesota that we recommend: 

  • Treasure Island Resort & Casino, Welch
  • Bunker Beach Waterpark, Minneapolis
  • Soak City Waterpark at Valleyfair, Shakopee
  • The Edgewater Hotel Waterpark, Duluth
  • Wild Adventure Island - Taylors Falls
  • Seven Clans Casino Waterpark, Thief River Falls
  • River Springs Water Park, Owatonna
  • Tropics Waterpark - Shoreview
  • Big Splash Waterpark - Alexandria
  • Rapid River Waterpark - Baxter
  • Three Bear Waterpark - Brainerd


Here’s an article to discover more about these waterparks in Minnesota.

What are the best beaches in Minnesota?

Truth be told, there are some pretty beaches in Minnesota that are worthy of a visit. And here are 10 of the best beaches in Minnesota that you will love:

  • Black Beach, Silver Bay
  • Iona's Beach, Two Harbors
  • Lake Nokomis Main Beach, Minneapolis
  • Park Point Beach, Duluth
  • Onyx Beach, Silver Bay
  • Afton State Park Beach, Hastings
  • Bayport at Lakeside Park Beach, Bayport
  • Zippel Bay on Lake of the Woods, Zippel Bay
  • Lake Harriet South Beach, Minneapolis
  • Square Lake Park Beach, Stillwater


Be sure to read this previous article highlighting more about some of the best beaches in Minnesota.

What are the best theme parks in Minnesota?

If you’re searching for some family-friendly fun, here are the best theme parks in Minnesota featuring endless attractions:

  • Nickelodeon Universe at Mall of America, Bloomington
  • Casey’s Amusement Park, Alexandria,
  • Paul Bunyan Land, Brainerd
  • Como Town Amusement Park, St. Paul
  • Wild Mountain, Amador Township
  • Valleyfair Amusement Park, Shakopee
  • Adventure Zone, Duluth
  • Evergreen Fun Park, Park Rapids
  • Summerland Family Fun Park, Sauk Rapids
  • Edinborough Park, Edina


Check out our previous article with some more of the best theme parks in Minnesota.

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