Fixed locationSplash Pad + Pool Combos

Discovery Island Waterpark

Name: Discovery Island Waterpark
Address: 417 Baldwin Road, Simpsonville, SC, 29680, US
Telephone: (864) 963-4345

Southside Park, Simpsonville, SC

Greenville County's larger family waterpark in Simpsonville with slides, lazy river, zero-depth splash play, FlowRider, shade, and party huts.

Plan This Visit

Best for

Excellent for mixed ages

Hours

See posted 2026 calendar on the official waterparks site.

Parking

Southside Park parking on site.

Visit style

Destination paid waterpark outing

Birthday parties

Available

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Editor's Take

A top-tier Upstate family water option when you want one park that actually works for toddlers, school-age kids, and teens.

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Best Fit

Best For

Mixed-age siblings
Families willing to pay for a fuller waterpark day
Kids who want both thrill rides and splash play
Birthday gatherings

Less Ideal For

Families seeking a free or simple neighborhood splash stop
Visitors who only want a 30-minute cool-down
Anyone avoiding louder, busier summer venues

At a Glance

Venue type

Splash pad + pool combo

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Water features

Splash structureSmall slidesToddler zone

Family amenities

ConcessionsFree parking

Cost

Paid

Shade level

Partly shaded

Bathroom access

On site

Fencing

Fully fenced

Surface type

Mixed surfaces

Visit options

Drop-in visitsBirthday parties

Season model

Summer season

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Part of a larger park

Yes

Verified only

Yes

Operator type

County parks department

Hours vary with season or weather

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Facilities

2 water slides
Lazy river
4-tier splash and play structure
2 small slides in zero-depth section
FlowRider
Shade structures
Sundeck
3 party huts
Concession stand
Lockers

Hours SummarySee posted 2026 calendar on the official waterparks site.

ParkingSouthside Park parking on site.

Season WindowSummer seasonal operation.

Stay LengthHalf-day outing.

What To Bring

SwimsuitsTowelsWaterproof sunscreenBudget for lockers or concessions

Pricing Snapshot

Admission 47 And Under$11 plus tax

Admission 48 Plus$15.50 plus tax

Under 2Free

About the Venue

Discovery Island Waterpark is one of the most versatile family water attractions in the Upstate because it layers thrill and little-kid value better than most parks. The official Greenville County Rec page confirms two slides, a lazy river, a four-tier splash-and-play structure in the zero-depth section, FlowRider, shade structures, party huts, and concessions. For families with a wide age spread, this is often a safer bet than a simpler splash pad because younger kids still get their own play zone while older kids have much more to do.

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