I’m always proud to brag on our team at Dollywood’s Splash Country—and this one is big. Jeff Ellis & Associates, Inc. (E&A) just honored them with the prestigious Platinum International Aquatic Safety Award for their diligence in keeping our guests safe. I’ve previously written about how E&A secretly audits and scores our teams during [...]
We’ve told you before how much fun Dollywood can be in the rain, but I’d hate to miss the opportunity to tell you why you should stick around our water park after a storm rolls in. The same logic applies—if it’s just rain and not lightning, the attractions will still be open. The lines [...]
Now is the time to squeeze every bit of summer fun you can before it’s gone! We rounded up a list of Dollywood’s Splash Country FAQs to aid you in your last-minute trip planning. Dollywood’s Splash Country closes for the season after Labor Day (this year, that’s Monday, Sept. 5), so use these frequently-asked [...]
Mountain Waves is a 500,000-gallon attraction smack dab in the middle of Dollywood’s Splash Country. It’s a popular spot for guests of all ages: just grab a tube and float in the rolling waves! But, have you ever wondered what creates those waves? The alarm goes off and, suddenly, you’re rocking. It’s an air [...]
To visit a water park or not? Sometimes your concerns have nothing to do with swimming ability, but rather water quality. As a mom of small children, I understand how important this topic is and I want to give you confidence when you bring your family to Dollywood’s Splash Country. Tennessee and local health [...]
*Editor's Note- This blog post was written July 20, 2018. Dollywood’s Splash Country lifeguards are among the best in the industry. And I can prove it. Earlier this week, we received our 17th consecutive EXCEEDS score. Let me explain why that is impressive: Our water park and lifeguards are certified through Jeff Ellis & [...]
When Dollywood’s Splash Country introduced Accessibility Tubes in 2017, it enabled guests with limited mobility the opportunity to enjoy water attractions they had never been able to experience before. What a joy it was watching kids and adults float down the lazy river for the first time! For the 2018 season, our Aquatics team [...]
Editor's Note: This blog was updated June 17, 2022. When talking with mom friends, I often hear that visiting water parks is “too hard” with small children. I have two young boys, so I get it. At this point in motherhood, I feel like I’m finally getting out of the weeds a bit and am [...]
Dollywood’s Splash Country celebrated its 22nd season in 2022. That kind of staying power comes with some great perks. Why choose to spend your time at an established park or even consider it when thinking of things to do this summer? I’ll give you my top five reasons, though there are certainly more! The Dollywood Brand [...]
Editor's Note: Information updated June 5, 2022. Let’s call this Retreat/Canopy 201. By now you already know why you want to reserve a shaded space for your next visit to Dollywood’s Splash Country, but you need a little help with strategy for choosing your spot. Great. You’ve come to the right place. The first [...]
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