Oregon is obviously home to some of the best natural water sources around, with lakes, rivers, ponds, creeks, and the beach – all ripe for swimming. Of course, there are occasions when a drive outside of city limits is not an option, while your little ones are still itching to cool off in the water. So what’s a parent to do? Have some fun at Oregon Waterparks! We’ve located some waterparks in Oregon, both indoor and outdoor, that may be just the answer.

9. Splash! At Lively Park, Springfield

Splash! at Lively Park, 6100 Thurston Rd, Springfield, OR 97478, USA
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This wave pool, a personal favorite of yours truly, has been around for a long time and has swimming and wading options for all ages.

Get an overview of this fun Oregon water park:

8. Jamison Square, Portland

Jamison Square, 810 NW 11th Ave, Portland, OR 97209, USA
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Definitely on the lighter side of a water park experience, the fountain at Jamison Square can make for a great impromptu wading area on hot, summer days.

7. Pendleton Aquatic Center, Pendleton

Pendleton Family Aquatic Center, 1901 NW Carden Ave, Pendleton, OR 97801, USA
Pendleton Aquatic Center / Facebook
This family-friendly outdoor water park has two large water slides, smaller ones, three pools - including a zero-depth entry pool, a 50-meter lap pool, and a diving well.

6. North Clackamas Aquatic Park

North Clackamas Aquatic Park, 7300 SE Harmony Rd, Milwaukie, OR 97222, USA
North Clackamas Aquatic Park / Facebook
This aquatic park features Oregon's largest indoor wave pool, a shallow splash area, a 29-foot rock climbing wall, and three water slides.

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5. Evergreen Wings & Waves, McMinnville

Wings & Waves Waterpark, 460 NE Captain Michael King Smith Way, McMinnville, OR 97128, USA
Anirudh Koul/Google Reviews
Evergreen Wings and Waves Waterpark is unique in that the waterslides come out of a big airplane. There are long, twisty indoor waterslides and spacious swimming pools that will bring out the kid in everyone.

Take a look at all the fun there is to have here:

4. Emigrant Lake County Park, Rogue Valley

Emigrant Lake County Park, 5505 OR-66, Ashland, OR 97520, USA
Travel Dream West/Google Reviews
Editor's note: Unfortunately, the water slide at Emigrant Lake is permanently closed.

This reservoir in Rogue Valley makes the list for its awesome water slide.

Get an aerial view of this gorgeous lake:

3. City of Astoria Aquatic Center

Astoria Aquatic Center, 1997 Marine Dr, Astoria, OR 97103, USA
Astoria Aquatic Center/Google Reviews
This spot in beautiful Astoria is an excellent Oregon indoor water park equipped with four pools, including a lap pool, a recreation pool with a lazy river, a hot tub for adults, and a kiddie pool.

2. Mount Scott Community Center

Mt Scott Community Center & Indoor Pool, 5530 SE 72nd Ave, Portland, OR 97206, USA
Zachary Brown/Google Reviews
Public pools have really stepped up their game over the years. Mount Scott Community Center comes equipped with slides, and a shallow water splash area, and is indoors so you can enjoy it year-round.

Note: The Mt. Scott Community Center, including the indoor pool, is getting an update and will be closed until some time in 2025.

1. Blue Lake Park, Fairview

Blue Lake Regional Park, 21224 NE Blue Lake Rd, Fairview, OR 97024, USA
Vanessa Correa-Pelayo / Google Reviews
So your wee tot can't swim yet. No problem at this massive splash pad at Blue Lake Park. Plus, paddle boating and a nice swim beach is available on the lake. Note: The splash pad is getting an update so it will be closed until Saturday, June 15, 2024.

Have you been to any of these waterparks in Oregon? There are surely other publicly and privately owned swimming spaces that your family loves to visit every year. Tell us about them in the comments. If you’re looking for more places to swim, check out these swimming holes in Oregon.

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Of course, Oregon’s beautiful Canon Beach is a great place to splash around on a hot summer day. This video will show you what you are missing if you haven’t been yet:

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Awesome Attractions In Oregon

William Suphan | June 07, 2023

What are some hidden gem attractions in Oregon?

Some of the hidden gem attractions in Oregon include:

  • The Pillars of Rome. These amazing rock formations in Malheur County look like something from another planet.
  • Steens Mountain. This beautiful area is where you can watch wild horses roaming all over the countryside.
  • Pendleton Underground. This is an entire underground city that is over 100 years old and is full of history.
  • Willamette Valley. A beautiful hot spot in Oregons' wine country, Willamette Valley is the perfect place to go on a wine tour.
  • Tree to Tree Adventure Park. Come here to walk along suspension bridges high up in the trees and do some ziplining.

Discover more about these and other hidden gem attractions in Oregon. 

What are the best lesser-known attractions in Oregon?

The best lesser-known attractions in Oregon include:

  • Toketee Falls. This stupendous waterfall on the Umpqua River is set into basalt cliffs and is surrounded by tall, lush trees.
  • Opal Creek. This creek is filled with turquoise waters and has several lovely waterfalls and swimming holes.
  • Terwilliger Hot Springs. These hot springs in the Willamette National Forest are a wonderful place to soak and relax.
  • The Oregon Garden. This is a collection of over 20 specialty gardens that cover an entire 80 acres and is simply stunning.

Learn more about the best lesser-known attractions in Oregon. 

What are the most amazing historical landmarks in Oregon?

The most amazing historical landmarks in Oregon include:

  • Kam Wah Chung Heritage Site. This is a museum showing a Chinese apothecary that was originally built in the 1870s. 
  • The Peter Iredale Shipwreck. The remaining bits of the massive ship called the Peter Iredale can be found on the beach near Hammond.
  • Fort Astoria. Also known as Fort George, this fort was built in 1811 and was the main trading post for the Pacific Fur Company.
  • End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center. This is the location of the end of the Oregon Trail in Oregon City.

Find out more about the most amazing historical landmarks in Oregon. 

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