Fixed locationSplash Pad + Pool Combos

Orangeburg Water Park

Name: Orangeburg Water Park
Address: 2550 St. Matthews Road, Orangeburg, SC, 29118, US
Telephone: (803) 268-9622

Orangeburg County YMCA, Orangeburg, SC

YMCA-operated Orangeburg water park with slides, lazy river, zero-depth play areas, and family pricing that beats many bigger regional parks.

Plan This Visit

Best for

Very good for toddlers through big kids

Hours

2026 season opening announced for May 30; full schedule posted separately by the YMCA.

Parking

On-site YMCA parking.

Visit style

Dedicated paid waterpark outing

Birthday parties

Available

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

One of the better paid family-water values in the Midlands once you compare the feature set against the ticket price.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For

Mixed-age siblings
Families wanting more than a basic splash pad
Budget-conscious waterpark days
YMCA member families

Less Ideal For

Families only looking for a free city splash stop
Visitors wanting a tiny, easy in-and-out splash pad footprint
Those wanting daily year-round water play

At a Glance

Venue type

Splash pad + pool combo

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Water features

Ground spraysSplash structureSmall slidesToddler zone

Family amenities

PavilionsFree parkingConcessions

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

Verified only

Yes

Operator type

Nonprofit

Hours vary with season or weather

Yes

Plan Your Visit

ParkingOn-site YMCA parking.

Facilities

2 family fun slides
Bowl slide
Rain Drop Fall
Spider Spray
Lazy river
Zero-depth pool
Tot pool with slide
Group pavilion

Stay LengthHalf-day outing.

What To Bring

SwimsuitsTowelsSunscreenWater shoesSnacks or budget for concessions

Hours Summary2026 season opening announced for May 30; full schedule posted separately by the YMCA.

Season WindowSummer seasonal water-park operation.

Pricing Snapshot

Group Rate$7 per person for groups of 10 or more

Ymca MembersFree for YMCA of Columbia members

Admission 48 Plus$10

Admission 47 And Under$5

About the Venue

Orangeburg Water Park is one of the strongest inland family water-day options in South Carolina if you are price-sensitive but still want more than a splash pad. Official YMCA of Columbia sources place it beside the Orangeburg County YMCA and describe a line-up that includes family slides, a bowl slide, lazy river, zero-depth pool, toddler pool with slide, and children's spray features. It is a particularly good value for mixed-age families because the price difference between height tiers is modest and YMCA members enter free.

Atlas Perspective

Splash Pad Atlas Notes

Age FitVery good for toddlers through big kids

Noise LevelHigh

Visit StyleDedicated paid waterpark outing

Energy LevelHigh

Parent ComfortStrong for the price point

Booking FrictionModerate

Birthday Party Snapshot

SummaryPavilion rentals are available for group use at the water park.

Private Rental AvailableYes

Accessibility & Comfort

Known Features

Zero-depth poolFamily-oriented layout

Considerations

Zero-depth and tot-pool components can work better for younger or less confident swimmers than traditional pool-only facilities.

External Links

Website Directions

Nearby Alternatives

Use these nearby profiles to contrast fit, coverage, and planning details around Orangeburg and the wider Midlands / Columbia area.

Gully Washer Splash Park

Newberry, SC

(803) 321-3691

Paid Newberry splash park with toddler hours, passes, concessions, shelter rentals, and one of the more structured family splash experiences in this part of the state.