Do you want to have a wild and wet time during Spring Break? There is no need to go out of state to have a good time since there are many thrilling indoor water parks in our state. Nothing pulls families closer together than a vacation to a water park throughout Pure Michigan, whether for the day or the weekend.

Mackinaw City's Fairview Beachfront Inn & Waterpark

If you're planning a trip to the Upper Peninsula, stay at the Fairview Beachfront Inn as well as Water Park in Mackinaw City. There are water cannons, dump buckets, geysers, and more within our 5,000-square-foot Cast-a-way Bay Waterpark. The big Jacuzzi has enough for up to 25 people. The day tickets and packages for the adjacent Mackinac Island ferries are located just next to the inn. In the summer, many visitors enjoy having picnics on the beach while taking in the stunning scenery of Mackinac Island.

Boyne City - Avalanche Bay

Your family may enjoy the best of all possible worlds in Michigan's biggest indoor water park. Boyne Mountain's Avalanche Bay is the state's biggest water park, spanning an impressive 88,000 square feet. Use the wave rider surf pool, the climbing wall, and the interactive play structure in addition to the five water slides. Skiing some of the best downhill terrains in Michigan, playing some of the best golf in the country, or relaxing at the luxurious Solace Spa are just a few options available to visitors at Boyne Mountain. Lodges, chalets, and quaint Austrian-style homes are all available as places to stay.

Traverse City's Great Wolf Lodge

The Great Wolf Lodge is the best family resort in the world in Traverse City. You're sure to find something you like among the more than 38,000 square feet of water rides, slides, and pools. The waterpark has eight slides, five different pools, an interactive tree house with many levels, and a tipping bucket that can hold one thousand gallons of water. There's still enough to do if you've had enough of the water park and seem ready to dry off. Gather the family in the evenings for Story Time by the fireplace in the Grand Lobby, after which you can grab a wand and fight a dragon in MagiQuest or receive a dessert manicure at Scoops Kid Spa. There's also enough to keep mom and dad entertained, including a spa, a gym, and a wide variety of restaurants and shops.

Houghton Lake Lakeside Resort

Lakeside Resort, located on Houghton Lake, is another indoor water park option for Northern Michigan residents. There are water slides, a lazy river, a kiddie pool, and a steam room at this water park that covers 9,000 square feet. There are five golf courses within a short drive of the marina.

Rothbury's Gold Rush Indoor Waterpark

There is a 60,000-square-foot waterpark called Gold Rush Indoor at the Double JJ Resort near Rothbury. Water basketball, a water slide, a lazy river, a wave pool, and a water fort are just a few of the activities available to guests. On your white water raft adventure, you may choose from various tubes and Michigan's highest indoor waterslide. One hot tub is inside, and the other is outside, making it ideal for families. Day permits to the water park, open on weekends throughout the winter, are available for purchase even by those not staying at the ranch. For specific hours and days, please call ahead.

Frankenmuth's Bavarian Inn Lodge

The Bavarian-themed city of Frankenmuth, Michigan offers two separate types of water recreation. Guests at the Bavarian Inn Lodge may choose from not one, not two, but five indoor pools and three whirlpools. There are two swimming pools, one of which is restricted to adults and has a waterfall. There is a pool specifically for toddlers and a play area for kids spread out across two stories. More than a hundred arcade games as well as indoor miniature golf courses are available for families to enjoy. There are a range of family and special occasion packages available, as well as a restaurant serving regional and international cuisine, at this resort. You may easily walk from the Bavarian Inn, which overlooks the Cass River, to the shops and restaurants on Main Street.

Frankenmuth's Zehnder's Splash Village

Zehnder's Splash Village Hotel & Waterpark is the perfect place to spend a weekend with the kids. The water park is a favorite with locals and visitors alike, and it's just a mile from the heart of Frankenmuth. There are four tube slides, a lazy river, a toddler area, water geysers including sprays, a hot tub, and a dumping bucket that can hold 400 gallons of water. A snack bar, breakfast, and lunch service complement the 146 guest rooms of this hotel. Once you've had your fill of splashing about, explore the other of Frankenmuth's attractions, such as Bronner's Christmas Wonderland, which is just across the street from Zehnder's.

Sterling Heights, Wyndham Garden Sterling Heights

The Wyndham Garden Sterling Heights is conveniently close to Detroit's heart. The 32,000 sq ft indoor water park has a three-story water slide, a lazy river, and geysers. The Splash Park is an interactive play area for children over 2,300 square feet. The hotel also has a basketball court, an arcade, a fitness facility, and an indoor track for jogging.

Conclusion

Indoor water parks in Michigan are redefining the state's reputation as a dry place; visitors now have a new reason to visit the Great Lakes State. Indeed, certain areas of the state experience a chilly climate for most of the year, but the rise of indoor water parks has opened up a new world of possibilities.