There are two water parks near the beach. Waterville USA on Gulf Shores Parkway charged $38.95 a day in 2026, plus 10% tax. Tropic Falls at OWA in Foley costs $69.99 plus tax and fees. Both open on a seasonal calendar, and Tropic Falls also has an indoor water park under a glass roof.
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Waterville is on Gulf Shores Parkway in Gulf Shores. Tropic Falls is part of OWA in Foley and costs more but includes a theme park.
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Waterville USA906 Gulf Shores Parkway, Gulf ShoresTropic Falls at OWA1501 South OWA Boulevard, FoleyDay ticket
Waterville USA$38.95 (2026 price), plus 10% tax; $1 more on SaturdaysTropic Falls at OWA$69.99 plus tax and fees; theme park only $29.99Children
Waterville USA$29.95 for guests under 42 inchesTropic Falls at OWA3 and under freeRain or a cool day
Waterville USAThe water park is outdoors; bowling, the arcade and the Escape House on the same site are indoorsTropic Falls at OWAIndoor water park under a glass roof that opens; the theme park and the outdoor water park are outsideSmall children
Waterville USACheaper ticket under 42 inchesTropic Falls at OWAWacky Waters splash area; height limits on many rides, such as 42 inches on AerozoomSeniors / military
Waterville USA$28.95 / $30.95Tropic Falls at OWA$55.99 (55+, in person) / $59.49Hours
Waterville USA10 am–6 pm on operating daysTropic Falls at OWASet week by weekRight now
Waterville USAClosed every day in November 2026Tropic Falls at OWAOpen on weekends and over Thanksgiving week in November; outdoor water park closed for the seasonSeason pass
Waterville USA2027 pass $100 until December 31, 2026, then $130 until February 14, 2027, then $150Tropic Falls at OWA2027 Ultimate Pass $269.95Sources: Waterville USA: tickets, OWA: tickets.
The 2027 season pass goes up in steps, so it costs least when you buy it early.
Sources: Waterville USA, tickets and passes.
Adventure Island isn't a water park, but bumper boats and mini golf make it an easy add-on for an afternoon. For six go-kart tracks, there's also The Track on Gulf Shores Parkway.
Sources: Adventure Island: pricing, safety policies. Phone 251-974-1500.
Several resorts and condo towers have their own lazy river, and a few have heated pools for cooler months.
Waterville sits on Gulf Shores Parkway; these hotels are a short drive away, with free parking at most.
Gulf Shores Parkway
On Gulf Shores Parkway, 1.6 miles from Gulf Place, with free parking. Dogs and cats are allowed for a fee.
Gulf Shores Parkway
Inland off Gulf Shores Parkway, 1.6 miles from the beach. Parking is free, no pets, check-in 21+.
Gulf Shores Parkway
An extended-stay hotel 4.5 miles north of the beach with full kitchens, free parking and room for two pets up to 80 lb.
Gulf Shores beach
Beachfront suites right by Gulf Place, five minutes away on foot, each with a kitchen and Gulf balcony. Check-in is 25+.
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