South Bay Shores
Water Park in Santa Clara, California
Address: 4701 Great America Pkwy, Santa Clara, CA 95054
Price Range: $$
About this business
South Bay Shores in Santa Clara, California offers a vibrant water park experience complete with thrilling slides and relaxing pools for all ages. The park boasts plenty of lounge chairs and shaded areas for cooling off between rides, along with multiple dining spots serving up tasty snacks and refreshments. Families particularly enjoy the variety of splash zones and kid-friendly attractions, making it an ideal destination for beating the summer heat.
Hours Open
What People Are Saying
Outdoor: All reviews indicate that this is an outdoor water park.
Lazy River: Many reviews mention a lazy river, but several also state that it was closed on their visit. The reviews about the lazy river when it was open are generally positive.
Wave Pool: The wave pool is frequently mentioned in the reviews, with many visitors describing it as a highlight, especially for children. However, some reviews mention that the wave pool was closed or had limited access to the deeper end.
Splash Pad: Multiple reviews explicitly mention a splash pad or kiddie area, which are described as enjoyable for young children.
Adults: Reviews mention alcoholic beverages being available at a bar in the park. There is no mention of hot tubs or adult-only areas.
Season Pass: The reviews confirm that the park offers season passes, and some reviewers express positive opinions on the value for money of the season pass, especially when considering access to other parts of the Great America theme park.
Parking: The reviews don't explicitly mention parking, however, one review mentions free parking with a season pass which implies that there is parking.
Not Noted
Party: There is no specific mention of birthday parties or party hosting services in the provided reviews.
Diving Boards: There is no mention of diving boards in any of the provided reviews.
Food & Drinks: Reviews on food and drink options are mixed. Some visitors praise the food choices and the availability of restaurants and snack stands, while others criticize the high prices, long wait times, limited vegan options, and the quality of food at certain locations.
Lifeguards: Reviews are mixed regarding lifeguard service. Some praise the presence of numerous lifeguards and the overall safety, while others report negative interactions and inconsistencies in enforcing rules.
Clean: Reviews are mixed. Some visitors describe the park as clean, while others mention issues with cleanliness, such as the need for better cleaning of air donuts and general concerns about cleanliness surrounding the wave pool.
Prices: Opinions on affordability vary. Some reviewers find the park reasonably priced, especially with a season pass. Others express concerns about high prices for food and drinks.
