Imagine if all you had to do was blow up a giant toy for your kids, and their seemingly limitless energy drained throughout the day on autopilot. Then, later that evening you finally watch that show you’ve been yearning to see or read that book you’ve put on all hold for months. All the while, your children are fast asleep. Well, there’s good news. This is all possible by adding the best inflatable water park to your yard.
Our #1 goal here is to turn your yard into a wonderland for people of all ages, and one of our favorite toys is the inflatable water park. In this guide, we provide reviews of our top picks and helpful tips to help you land on the right water park for your home.
Let’s start by going over some important features to consider when choosing a park for your yard:
- Blower Included or Not Included – The key to keeping the water park inflated while your kids enjoy it is a blower. Most good inflatable water parks include a blower backed by a warranty. Additionally, it’s important to choose a blower with a GFCI plug for safety.
- Age Range – Reliable manufacturers have already tested their products and list an appropriate age range for each model. In this guide, you’ll find suitable parks for toddlers and children from 2+ years.
- Durable, Safe Materials – The last thing you want is an inflatable water park made of cheap materials. Look for tear-resistant, puncture-resistant, non-toxic, and heavy-duty polyester, oxford, and/or PVC vinyl materials.
- Weight Limit – Another important spec to check before you buy is the stated weight limit. This will give you a good idea of how many children can safely play in the park at once.
- Dimensions – Be sure to check the footprint of the water park to ensure you have enough space in your yard and enough space leftover around the park for children to move freely.
Outside of those considerations, you’ll want to consider the water park features and accessories to get an idea of which park(s) your kids will like the most.
Now, it’s time to check out the parks! Let’s get started.
Inflatable Water Park Reviews
In each of the following reviews, you’ll find the key information to consider for each park along with the pros & cons of owning them. By the end, you’ll be well on your way to turning your yard into a summer fun zone for kids.
#1) WELLFUNTIME SL1941 Heavy Inflatable Water Slide Park with Air Blower
If you’re ready to go all out, this is the water park for your family. It’s made for children 3 to 10 years old and accommodates a whopping 464 lbs, which is the largest capacity you’ll find in this guide. Also, it’s the largest park in this guide with a 191″ x 157.5″ footprint, so make sure you have enough room for it first.
As far as accessories, it comes with inflatable sports balls, 4 water guns, stakes, repair patches, a carrying bag, and a 580W blower that inflates the park in just 2 minutes. The park itself has a lot of stations for your kids to play, ranging from a deep pool section with a shower to dual slides to a climbing wall. With this assortment of activities, your kids are sure to enjoy hours of summertime fun.
Regarding safety, the park is built with odorless, non-toxic, heavy-duty polyester fibers with double seams and layering for enhanced durability. One final feature we think you’ll like is the enclosed top section with sprinklers to keep your kids cool and happy under the summer sun. All things considered, this model is excellent for larger families and people who regularly host guests.
Pros
- Lots of room, your kids won’t feel cramped as they play
- Heavy-duty materials that won’t easily fail
- Includes a powerful and reliable blower
- Easy to take down with the multiple drain ports
- The deep pool area with shower sprayer is the perfect inflatable backyard pool
- The accessories work as advertised, including the fun splash bucket
- A well-designed water jet system keeps the park running smoothly
- Dual slides are easier for kids to share
Cons
- Does not include clear instructions
- You may want to add cushioning beneath the park at the bottom of the slides
- The blower must be running for it to stay inflated
- The large footprint might be too big for your yard
#2) Costzon Inflatable Water Park Giant 7-in-1 Crocodile Bounce House
There’s a whole lot to love about Costzon’s crocodile-themed water park. It brings us back to the days of the Crocodile Mile. To give you an idea of this park’s size, it actually has a larger footprint than our top pick at 203″ x 224.5″. However, it’s not quite as tall as our top pick at 94.5″.
Outside of a missing designated pool area, this park has a lot of fun stuff going on. Features you’ll kids will love are the dual slides with the crocodile mouth slide, a water cannon, a climbing wall, a basketball hoop, and a small climbing wall. Plus, there’s even a small trampoline at the top of the climbing wall with an enclosed safety net.
A couple of final considerations are the max weight limit of 298 lbs & children up to 99 lbs, a maximum of 6 children recommended, included 780W blower, repair kit, oxford carry bag, and all the necessary tubing. Comparatively, this park has a lower weight limit than our top pick and is better suited for small children.
Pros
- Great for children from 3 to 10 years old
- Easy to inflate/deflate
- Includes a 780W blower
- High-quality oxford materials
- Two slides moving in different directions to prevent kids from getting bored
Cons
- No connected pool area
- Lower max weight limit than the WELLFUNTIME park
- Requires a lot of water
#3) Little Tikes 628344C Rocky Mountain River Race Inflatable Slide Bouncer
If you’re in the market for something a little more compact that doesn’t use as much water, this Rocky Mountain inflatable water park by Little Tikes is our top pick in that category. Its design is simple yet efficient. The climbing wall placed between the two slides encourages your kids to get a ton of exercise while enjoying themselves.
Another advantage of this park is that you’re able to easily monitor your children while they play since there’s nowhere for them to hide in it. Additional features we like are the sprayers at the top that keep the slides slippery, and there’s a surprise dump bucket for added laughter while your kids ascend the climbing wall.
Lastly, this park does include a heavy-duty blower with a GFCI plug, and at the time of this writing, it’s more affordable than our top two picks. One final consideration is that this park does come backed by a 90-day warranty on the inflatable parts and a 1-year warranty on the blower. This is nice to see since a lot of these parks aren’t backed by warranties beyond 30 days.
Pros
- Built with heavy-duty materials to bring the weight limit up to 350 lbs
- Recommended for four children at a time
- Smaller footprint than our top two picks 144″ x 144″
- 90-day warranty on the inflatable fabric, and 1-year on the included blower
- Easy to get up and running in about 15 minutes
- Uses less water than our first two picks
Cons
- The included carry bag could be better, you may find that it’s better to store it in a trash can or large plastic bin
- Takes a while to dry
- Smaller splash zone than other models
- Fewer accessories than other options
#4) Bestway B07G515V88 Hurricane Tunnel Blast Inflatable Water Park Play Center
Of the best inflatable water parks currently available, we like Bestway’s Hurricane Tunnel Blast as the top single-slide park. The long slide length mixed with the high safety wall and splashing exit tunnel make this park one of the most fun models you’ll find. The only downside to that is that the children need the patience to take turns, unlike dual-slide models.
In addition to the fun slide, this park features a shower sprayer in the splash zone, a large splash zone for kids to wade in, a climbing wall, and an enclosed top area to hang out. Regarding size, it has a 165″ x 123″ footprint and stands 102″ tall. Bestway recommends it for kids between 5 to 10 years old and up to 7 kids at a time.
Several final highlights are the included air blower w/ GFCI safety plug backed by a 90-day warranty, it fits snugly & easily into its carrying bag, and there’s even a mesh shoe holder that we think is a nice little touch for guests & parties. Overall, this park isn’t quite as big as our first picks, but it has the most fun slide.
Pros
- 90-day warranty on the blower
- A long slide with a splash landing kids love
- Large wading area for kids to relax
- Ample cushioning and safety walls throughout
- One of the easier inflatable water parks to disassemble and store
- Great for older kids up to 10-years-old
Cons
- There’s no water catch at the end of the slide
- Only 1 slide compared to dual-slide models
- No inflatable accessories
#5) Intex 57135EP Dinoland Inflatable Play Center
Our final choice is our top pick for toddlers & small children 2 to 5 years old. The clear advantage here is the allure of the animals including the large inflatable dinosaur holding a basketball rim for kids to enjoy. Also, there are more games to play on this model than the others including ring toss, ball toss, and a ball roller lane that’s perfect for the little ones.
Next, this play center won’t take up nearly as much space in your yard at 119″ x 90″ if you’re concerned about the effect an inflatable water park may have on your grass. In the middle of the Dinoland play center, there’s a small slide for your kids to enjoy along with Intex’s Dino Arch Water Spray for added enjoyment.
One last thing to consider is that this inflatable water park does not use a blower. Also, at the time of this writing, it’s significantly more affordable than our first four picks, and it only needs to be inflated. That means there’s no need to run a blower while it’s in use. Simply use an air pump as you would for an inflatable mattress to fill it and start playing.
Pros
- No blower required
- Multiple fun games for kids to play while using it
- Kids love dinosaurs
- More than enough space for kids to swim
- The arch sprayer is a great addition, and it’s easy to adjust the pressure
- Easier to roll up and store than large models
Cons
- Lower weight capacity of 178 lbs
- Not the best choice for kids in the 8 to 10 range
- No pump included
- Putting it together requires inflating multiple pieces
Bottom Line
Inflatable water parks are a great way to bring the fun of a water park into your own backyard. They’re ideal for kids 2 to 10 years old to get more exercise and enjoy the summer sun together. When you select the best inflatable water park for your home, be sure to consider the points we listed in the introduction.
Particularly, the dimensions, weight limit, and recommended age range to get a good idea of which park(s) is the best fit for your kids. Lastly, always consider the number of kids who plan to play on it. For larger groups, dual-slide parks are the better choice to avoid kids having to wait to use the slide.
