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Lake Lanier Beach and Water Park

7000 Lanier Islands Parkway, Buford, GA 30518
800-840-5253; 770-932-7200
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Make a Splash on LanierWorld's thrilling water slides!
Lodge Room bathroom
Lodge room work area
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Ranked #2 of 2 attractions in Buford
3.5 of 5 stars 38 Reviews
Type: Bodies of Water, Water Parks
Activities: Swimming, Dining, Golfing
Fee: Yes
Owner description: Set on the picturesque shores of Lake Sidney Lanier is Lake Lanier Islands - Georgia's most visited lakeside resort destination. Located 30 minutes...... more » Owner description: Set on the picturesque shores of Lake Sidney Lanier is Lake Lanier Islands - Georgia's most visited lakeside resort destination. Located 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta, the year-round 1,100-acre resort boasts a variety of amenities and attractions including the 216-room Emerald Pointe Resort, 30 New England-style lakeside cottages, 18-holes of championship golf, the lake's largest fleet of rental boats at Harbor Landing, a summertime Beach & Waterpark, scenic horseback riding and exquisite spa services. « less
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Atlanta, Georgia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“expensive”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012
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For a park with limited slides, I didn't expect it to be so expensive.I was disappointed in what you get for your dollar More

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Atlanta, Georgia
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54 reviews 54 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Fun way to spend a gorgeous day”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2012

Really fun park. Rather than sweating to death at Six Flags come here and enjoy the views and water! More

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atlanta
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“Awesome vacation at home”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2012

We live on Lake Lanier and just spent 3 days on the lake with two days over at Sunset Cove at Lake Lanier Islands. Food at the restaurant was great and fun time by all More

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Suwanee, Georgia
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
“All around Great time”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2012

We have been to Lake Lanier Water Park every summer the past few years and the newest improvements make this park so enjoyable for the kids and adults alike. We enjoyed the night hours and our kids were able to slide over and over while we enjoyed the views of Sunset Cove. More

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Suwanee, Georgia
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44 reviews 44 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
“water park”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2012

this was very expensive and very crowded. our out of town company was not very impressed More

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Alpharetta, Georgia, United States
1 review
“FAMILY FRIENDLY, FUN RIDES ON A HOT DAY”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2012
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Lake Lanier has a variety of water rides for all ages. More

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Gainesville
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Fun! Fun! Fun!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2012

It was so much fun. My boys just loved it. It's a little pricey but it was worth it. More

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Johns Creek (ATL Suburb)
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Family Reunion”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012

Planned a family reunion here and everything went great! We had a private pavilion and our family loved the food/beverage package. More

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Amicalola, Georgia, United States
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
“Need to Cool Down”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 24, 2012

It is great if you live close, but if you drive just to go to this water park, it will be rather disappointing. It doesn't even compare to White Water park, but it is fun nonetheless. More

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Hoschton, Georgia
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“A fun way to pass a hot summer afternoon with the kids”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 22, 2012

There are many things for children of all ages to do here, and adults can keep cool in the water as well. More

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