Update, October 2026: Splash Zone Waterpark, at Schellenger Avenue and the Wildwood Boardwalk, closed permanently after the 2025 season. When the ocean waves are too rough for the little ones or you just want a change of pace, Wildwood’s water parks are now Morey’s Piers’ two Boardwalk parks: Raging Waters at Mariner’s Pier and Ocean Oasis at Surfside Pier. Our Wildwood water parks guide compares them.
Where to Go Instead
Raging Waters has the River Adventure lazy river, the Sky Pond Journey tube ride and two kids’ play areas, Camp Kidtastrophe and Shipwreck Shoals. Ocean Oasis has the Cliff Dive and Riptide Rapids, the Endless River lazy river and a swim-up bar for the adults. Both are part of Morey’s Piers, so you can combine water park time with Boardwalk rides. Both parks are summer-only; check moreyspiers.com for current days, hours and rates.
Tips for Parents
Arrive when gates open to get the best lounge chairs. Bring waterproof sunscreen and reapply often. Both parks have dedicated kids’ areas, so even the youngest family members have a blast.
The Perfect Family Setup
Stay at Coastal Collection Hotels — walk to the Morey’s water parks in the morning, head to the beach in the afternoon, grab boardwalk dinner at night. All within walking distance, all without moving the car.
Where to stay in Wildwood
Planning a Wildwood trip? Coastal Collection runs five locally owned hotels a block or two from the beach and boardwalk: Coastal Sands Inn, Beachside Resort, Sunset Beach Hotel, Sunrise Inn and Paradise Inn. Compare them on the hotels in Wildwood page and book directly with the hotel.
