What could be more eye-stopping than a Polynesian Water Park surrounded by corn fields? Lost Island Water Park in Waterloo Iowa is just that. http://themeparks.about.com/gi/dynamic/offsite.htm?zi=1/XJ&sdn=themeparks&zu=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thelostisland.com
Sure it has the usual water slides and waves and beaches but there is something for everyone there.
Waterpark Attractions
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For you more daring people which I am not there is the Molokini Crater
The Molokini Crater is a massive water thrill ride, resembling a 60-foot funnel. Guests board a 4-person, cloverleaf-shaped raft 75 feet in the air. Shoot down a long tunnel, spinning back and forth, side to side, before dumping into the 60-foot diameter funnel! Finally, glide through a waterfall and splash down in the pool below!
For the little guys, the handicapped and us old folks in general there is Starfish Cove.
Starfish Cove is a shallow island complete with giant crabs, spouting whales, miniature slides, and some funny spitting fish! Surrounded by deck chairs and umbrellas, the Cove is a perfect place for a nap in the sun. It's an underwater world, topside!
FOR YOUR SAFETY: Swim diapers required.
Are you getting hungry? Dine at the Treetop Cafe
Tree Top Cafe is a real crowd pleaser due to its wonderful menu and incredible view of the park. Take a break from the heat under one of its umbrella-covered tables, while filling your empty stomach with some delightful island cuisine like paninis, subs, and salads!
Wondering that the rates are? Take a look at this.
Waterpark Rates (including tax):
Type
Walk-up
Internet
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Day
$20
$19**
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Season
$135
$135**
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Visitor*
$5.50
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NA
3 & Under
FREE
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And check out this map of the park.
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I always make sure I have my favorite sunscreen,http://www.judysbook.com/members/39208/posts/2006/7/403744/ as well as my polarized sunglasses and what ever book I am reading at the time. You see I'm not a big water park person but I can always carry everyone else's stuff while they are on a
slide. If however you would like to leave dad with the kids at Lost Island the Crossroads Mall is nearby.http://www.shopcrossroadscenter.com/ All Air conditioned.
If you want to spend the night in Waterloo here are some sites to check out for lodging and dining.
Waterloo Lodging
http://travel-hounds.com/citys/waterloo/ia/usa/
Waterloo Dining Guide
http://www.activediner.com/search/LocalSearch.cfm?STATE=IA&WRID=224&CITY=Waterloo&CBID=
There are also many things to spend the next day on such as:
Grout Museum
http://www.groutmuseumdistrict.org/
Five Sullivan Brothers Museum
http://www.iowaveteransmuseum.org/
Waterloo Center For the Arts
http://www.waterloocenterforthearts.org/
Waterloo Waterhawks Ski Club
http://waterski.about.com/gi/dynamic/offsite.htm?zi=1/XJ&sdn=waterski&zu=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.waterhawks.org%2F
Waterloo Bucks Baseball
http://www.waterloobucks.com/
Who knows, You might want to go up there for several days and after a day of sightseeing go back to Lost Island again.
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