Description
Mystic Waters Family Aquatic Center is a popular water park located in Des Plaines, Illinois, offering a variety of attractions suitable for visitors of all ages. The facility features two 37-foot tall slides—Otter’s Run and Sea Lion Falls—providing thrilling experiences for adventure seekers. For those looking to relax, the park offers the Crocodile Cove lazy river, a 550-foot inner tube float, and Dolphin Bay, a zero-depth leisure pool equipped with fountains, jet sprays, and a child-sized dolphin slide. Additionally, the Beluga Beach splash pad provides a fun area for younger children to enjoy water play.
The park operates during the summer months, with regular season hours from May 31 to August 10, and post-season hours from August 16 to August 31. Admission fees vary, with general admission for adults at $20.75 and discounted rates for seniors and youth. Children aged 2 and under are admitted free of charge. Guests are permitted to bring coolers and bags of food into the facility for a picnic fee of $6. Mystic Waters also offers party rentals, allowing groups to host events at the park. Reservations for these rentals begin in February and are available for dates from June 2 to August 10.
Visitors have praised Mystic Waters for its clean facilities and friendly staff. The park's amenities cater to a wide range of preferences, from exhilarating water slides to relaxing floating experiences, making it a favoured destination for families seeking summer fun in the Chicago area.