Perfect place to take your kids! It's affordable and has a lot for the kiddos to do. The life…read moreguards are attentive and I trust my child is safe while having fun.

This is a great place to bring the family and kids to cool off!…read more The main attraction if you ask me is the Lazy River!! That's right! Lazy River! Whenever I come here it's like I go on a mini-vacation. I'm so grateful to have this just a quick bike ride away. I love MKE County Parks!

First-Timer Mom Review of the TOSA Pool at Hoyt Park - Wauwatosa, WI…read more As a local Wauwatosa mom visiting the TOSA Pool for the first time with my 11-year-old, I wanted to share what other families might want to know before heading there. Overall - we had a great time and will definitely be back! What We Loved: Family-Friendly Vibe: Right away, I noticed how welcoming and clean the pool area was. The staff was friendly, and there were plenty of lifeguards, which made me feel at ease. It's a community-oriented space with lots of families, so you don't feel out of place whether you're a single parent, big group, or tagging along with other families. Fun Features for Active Kids: The water slide, diving boards, and the rock climbing wall were huge hits with my 11-year-old! These features kept the energy high and gave kids a great mix of fun and challenge. The rock wall was especially unique -- it's not something you see at every public pool, and it really made the visit memorable. Variety for All Ages: The zero-depth entry pool is great for younger kids or those who want to just wade in and splash. There's plenty of room to swim, float, or just cool off while keeping an eye on the action. Clean Changing Facilities: Bathrooms and changing areas were surprisingly clean for a public pool -- definitely a plus. They even have family changing rooms. Shaded Seating + Picnic Options: There are lounge chairs and shaded areas, but they fill up fast on sunny days. We brought snacks and drinks, and it was nice to take a break without leaving the pool grounds. Tips for First Timers: Arrive Early - It can get busy on hot summer afternoons, especially on weekends. We came right when it opened and got a great spot. Bring Water Shoes - The pool deck can get hot, and it's helpful for little feet. Pack Light but Smart - You can bring your own snacks, towels, sunscreen, and a book or something to relax with. No glass or alcohol allowed, which is standard. Check the Schedule - The pool sometimes closes early for weather or special events, so it's good to look online or call ahead. Pricing: Very reasonable for a day pass, and they offer family memberships too if you plan to come often. Residents get a slight discount, which is nice. --- Overall: 5/5 for Family Fun! From thrilling dives and climbs to relaxing in the water, the water slide, diving boards, and rock wall made this pool stand out. Great for kids, clean and safe, and perfect for a sunny day of memories. Whether you're dipping toes in or climbing to the top, TOSA Pool is a solid choice for Wauwatosa families.

Nice clean place. We will be back. My grandson had a blast. Yelp is forcing me to use +85…read morecharacters to post a review and I wish they would not do that.

Fave place to be in the summer with the kiddos! It's less than 2 miles from us and the kids just…read morelove it

After visiting the 24 hour sculpture park I took my son to this water park. We truly enjoyed…read moreourselves and plan on going back soon. It was $12 each for non-residents and the children and adults we're friendly and welcoming . The bathroom facilities were ok hence the 4 instead of 5 stars . All in all my son had a ball and made a new friend. A hidden gem in this area. Parking is challenging so I suggest an early arrival . I did see parents bring in snacks , however we opted for dinner at nearby Bahama Breeze.

I hade a horrible experience they said were open until 8pm but when I got there they sure looked…read moreclosed to me don't ever come to this place unless you like wasting your time just go to a water park that doesn't give false info about there hours

Sooooooo...we didn't have the best start to the season opener at Hidden Creek this year. The…read morebiggest bummer was the fact that we paid full price, $8 for residents, and when we actually got out to the pool we were in for a bit of a surprise when the slides and deep end with diving boards were closed. Our 11 year old boys were pretty bummed, and to be honest with you the pool had a lot of nerve charging full price without alerting the public. I even called ahead to check for pricing. The truth is, I appreciated that the pool closed these amenities due to the fact they were understaffed, but I just think the communication could have been better. Regardless, the pool was clean as a whistle with plenty of places to sit, and the water was nice (no not a heated pool). Boys still enjoyed their first swim of the season, and the weather was beyond perfect. It was a San Diego kind of day. ;-) Hubby talked with management about his full price frustration and asked for free passes for the next time. The staff was more than happy to give them to us. Thanks guys, we'll use them! Top Tip: Call ahead to make sure the slides are open.

I have been to Barefoot Bay twice and have had a good experience. They are good for all ages. The…read morepool, the slides, and lazy river spots are fun to check out. The place is clean and well-maintained. The men's washroom was clean. There are plenty of showers. They have lockers here as well. The lifeguards on duty do a good job keeping an eye on the crowd and are helpful. They have a snack shop as well, which is a plus since outside food and drinks aren't allowed. The entrance fees are different for Mundelein residents versus non-residents. Check out Barefoot Bay if you haven't before.

A hot day called for a cold activity, so this was the spot my significant other and I landed at!…read more There was free parking here, so that was a great way to start things off right. I was hoping that it would be worth the price. They did allow us to leave and return, so that was good. We just had to get a stamp on our hand. The first thing to do was to go barefoot! Luckily, we were each able to find a chair to relax at for a bit. The heat started to kick in, so we ended up at the Main Pool for our first activity here. There was a rather large crowd of people in there, so after swimming for a small bit, we headed out. For me, it wasn't worth my time. After that, we explored the Slides that Barefoot Bay had to offer. I tried out the blue enclosed body slide first. This slide was a positive start with a mild thrill. I ended up going on it again later. After this one, I rode the yellow and white open body slide. This one was simply alright. It was pretty slow. After that one, I grabbed a Single Tube and went down the red and white slide. It was pretty wild! My significant other and I ended up trying it out on a Double Tube not long after and I'd definitely say it was a better experience than riding it on a Single Tube. We basically flipped over at the end! I'd say these slides were good for almost everyone. Since we completed all of the slides, we decided to go on the Lazy River. We each tried it out on a Single Tube first. The flow was fantastic in here and it gave an ample opportunity to tan. We even came back later to try it on a Double Tube. I'd say it was much easier to relax this way. This was by far the most relaxing part of my day! The whole place was very clean. I was impressed by that. I expected it to be worse than it was with so many people in attendance. The staff was strict for the most part, but in a place like this, that was great to see! I'd say they were friendly, too. Overall, this was a laid-back place for some fun outside. I can't say I'd come back here, because it was a bit of a drive. It was still worth the experience! Date of visit: 6/24/23

I had a great time at Raging Waves! It was the most hygienic water park I've been to. The logistics…read moreof parking and using the lockers were straightforward. I liked the variety of tube rides and cleanliness of the park and equipment. All the tubes were inflated well and the lifeguards were nice (many asked if we enjoyed the ride). I got tickets during the Easter promotion so it was only $25 per ticket, and could be used any day during open season. The tickets say you need to physically print them out, but you can also just show the tickets on your phone. Make sure you bring a clear or mesh bag for your items. Parking is $10 and wasn't a problem even though I got it for the wrong day. There were many tube rides, including multiple tube rides for groups of 2-4 people, so it was perfect for our group of 3. Many rides were two-seaters but there's no problem going down solo. What I liked most about the park was that you don't need to walk very far from one ride to the next, it overall felt pretty compact without being crowded. The locker system was very user-friendly: the 3 of us shared a large locker and the self-serve kiosk printed out a wristband for each of us to wear. There were no issues getting in and out of our locker. There's a spigot labeled "filtered water" for refilling water bottles near the gift shop. The food is pretty standard fare for a theme park - chicken tenders, fries, burgers, etc. The hamburger with bacon for an extra dollar was nice but had absolutely no vegetables. It was nice that they sell Dole whip/soft serve right at the front near the lockers. They had pineapple, vanilla, and chocolate soft serve which was a great way to end the day. They had strawberry on the menu but they were out of it. My specific experience was 5/5 since it wasn't too crowded or too hot, and I got a great deal at 50% off. If I had to pay full price I would still give it 4/5. Please see the note below regarding weather. **NOTE: On the day we came there was a 30% chance of scattered thunderstorms around 3PM. We had planned to go on this day, which was the day before Labor Day. I was concerned with going to a water park while there's thunder and lightning, but then I read the website which said 30% chance of storm means 70% chance of it being totally fine. I liked those odds, and it turned out to be a perfect overcast day. The forecast must have deterred people from coming because the lines were really not that bad. I think if it actually does start thundering, they will shut the park down for safety concerns. Do check the weather forecast before you come, and weigh the risks and benefits if there is a chance of a thunderstorm. Also, different phones/weather apps may give different results, my friend's forecast said it was fine all day.

terrible water park. paid $160 to get called a d*** by staff. very unprofessional!!!!read more

The beach itself is crowded, and the obstacle course is cool. A weird place to be honest, but sorta…read morecool

Me and my family have been going to bear paw beach for a while. this time it was very frustrating…read morebecause we had a 3:30 aqua park ticket. It got canceled due to weather so they told all of us we could go on at 4:30. at 4:30 they said we have to get all the 4:30 people on a maybe get you in but the 4:30 was sold out. then they had to get out 8 minutes after they were let on due to really bad weather. At that time we were pissed and so was everyone and then we ask some workers they said that the 3:30 closed due to not enough workers plus it was sunny at 3:30!!!!