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Oceans of Fun is a tropically-themed water-park located in Kansas City Missouri. Oceans of Fun is thee largest water-park in Missouri and also one of the largest in the entire Midwest. Oceans of Fun is located at 4545 Worlds of Fun Avenue in Kansas City, Missouri. For more information, click here.

This amazing tropical paradise water-park offers a wide variety of water slides and attractions to provide guests of all ages an unforgettable experience! To check the calendar and park hours, click here.

When Oceans of Fun opened back in 1982, it was the largest water-park in the world. Since that time they have continually expanded and added on! Currently the park sits at just over 60-acres, and has a large selection of water rides and attractions. Including: a MILLION GALLON wave pool, 18 water slides, and a 800 foot long lazy river!

You can splash around in Paradise Falls, a four-story interactive water playground topped by a 1,000 gallon dumping water bucket or test your courage on Typhoon, one of the world’s longest speed slides.

The adrenaline junkies in your group will enjoy the  Predator’s Plunge. From a top a 65-foot tower riders climb into an Aqua-Launch chamber that drops the floor out from beneath your feet. These high-speed body slides follow a path of S-curves and loops before splashing into the water below.

Enjoy the wet and wild times on extreme water slides like the record-breaking Riptide Raceway, the largest mat racing water slide in the world, or make a splash in the kid-friendly Splash Island. Featuring a wave pool and lazy river to beat the heat, cabanas to cool down and dining options to fill up, you can always have fun at the biggest waterpark in the Midwest!

Friends can ride together on Aruba Tuba a twisting open-air tube slide or the Constrictor, an enclosed slide with four, tight 360-degree spiral turns.

Beat the summer heat at Oceans of Fun, coolest place in the Midwest to slide, splash, chill and dine! Open during the peak months, Oceans of Fun water park is conveniently located beside Worlds of Fun and is included with your admission. That’s right, it’s two parks in one!

Cool off this summer, at the biggest and best water-park in the Midwest! For pricing information, at Oceans of Fun and World of Fun, click here.

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Frozen Head State Park and Natural Area encompasses more than 24,000 acres of wilderness area and is named for a 3,324-foot peak in the Cumberland Mountains, the top of which is often shrouded in ice or snow in the winter months. The impressive entrance leads visitors into a vestige of densely forested, unspoiled mountain splendor — once common throughout the Cumberland Plateau. Frozen Head State Park and Natural Area is located at 3208, 964 Flat Fork Rd, in Wartburg, Tennessee. For more information on the park, click here.

There are 20 primitive tent campsites within the park. Fifty miles of backpacking and day-hiking trails provide wildlife viewing opportunity. Many of the trailheads are located near the park office, with lesser-used trailheads located at Armes Gap and just off Highway 62 to the south. Most of the trails are open only to hiking, although mountain biking is allowed on the Lookout Tower Trail, which leads to the summit of Frozen Head.

In 2006, the park replaced the aging CCC fire tower at the summit of Frozen Head with an observation deck. There is scenic seven-mile trail leading to the observation deck. The observation deck rises just above the treeline and allows for a 360-degree view of the surrounding terrain. The Great Smoky Mountains and the Tennessee Valley span the eastern horizon. Walden Ridge— where the Tennessee Valley meets the Cumberland Plateau— is visible to the south.

Flat Fork Creek flows through the park and is stocked with Rainbow Trout each spring. Trout are only stocked February to March. Flat Fork Creek is seasonal and may run dry in the warmer months. Fishing is allowed from the Flat Fork turnaround to the park entrance. A TWRA trout stamp is required. The park does not rent boats, nor does it have a boat launch ramp.

Frozen Head State Park is located in Cumberland Mountains among some of the tallest peaks in the state. The park offers three camping experiences including rustic camping at Big Cove Campground, primitive camping at Flat Fork Campground, and backcountry camping at one of nine sites. To reserve a campsite, click here.

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This picture is owned by Frank Kehren

Bridal Cave in Missouri provides one of America’s most scenic cave tours! The cave is located at 526 Bridal Cave Road in Camdenton Missouri. For more information on the cave or the tours, click here.

Centuries ago the Osage Native Americans discovered the pristine beauty that lies beneath Thunder Mountain. Local folklore tells of a legendary Native American wedding ceremony held in the cave in the early 1800s.

Today this magnificent natural wonderland is called Bridal Cave. In keeping with the tradition of the Native American legend, the Cave can be reserved for a romantic wedding chapel. Over 3,000 couples from around the world have exchanged vows in the stalactite adorned Bridal Chapel. Chapel available by Reservation.

Guided tours last approximately one hour. Tours are conducted over concrete pathways through the Cave’s refreshing 60 degree environment. Park interpreters will lead you and your family through room after room of incredible mineral deposits. Giant columns, delicate soda straws and massive draperies abound throughout the cave.

Millions of years of struggle between water and rock have created this cavern with more onyx formations than any other known cave or cavern. In fact thousands of school children each year explore Bridal Cave as part of their educational program. A tour through Bridal Cave is a family adventure you will never forget. Pictures used in this article are owned by Bridal Cave. To check hours and prices, click here.

Bridal Cave is centrally located near some of MIssouri’s finest parks and attractions. Ha Ha Tonka State Park is just down the road. The Jolly Mon Indoor Water Park, is also nearby! Stark Caverns is another cave in the area, and has a fantastic cave tour, as well as an escape the cave, Escape Room. Combine all this with the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks and you have an amazing vacation destination.

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Discover outdoor activities, events, and dining options in a 300-acre park, just 22 miles southwest of Chicago. The Forge has adventures for all ages, energy levels, abilities, or interests. Experience one of the USA Today’s 10 Best Adventure Parks in the USA! The Forge is located at 1001 Main Street in Lemont, Illinois. For more information, on this amazing park, click here.

The Forge is an Adventure Park with hundreds of activities & events to enjoy. Choose from casual activities or something with full-on adventure. They have options for everyone. Check out the popular Climb and Zipline Adventure and Explorer Day Pass!

The Climb and Zipline Adventure: this is one of the parks most popular activities, Climb rock walls, zipline, rappel and conquer high ropes courses. Book it when you want with a reserved time and date.

The Explore Day Pass, is the ultimate way to enjoy the park. Play an unlimited number of activities all-in-one day pass! The Pass operates like a regular amusement park pass. All activities are on a first come, first served basis. Here’s to all-day fun at one price! More fun for the best value!

There are endless adventures at The Forge! Choose your way to play the activities to best suit your budget, preference, or schedule.

Activities include: Kids Adventure Pass, Laser Tag, Archery Range, Axe Throwing, Scavenger Hunts, BMX/Mountain Biking, Water Tag, Kayaking, and so much more! There is also hiking trails and fishing!

As always admission and parking are completely FREE! The Forge also has several events planned throughout the year, including, Triathlon’s, Bike Races,  Half-Marathon’s, and numerous other races. They also host Easter Egg Hunts, Blues Fests, and Fishing Derbys! If that wasn’t enough, there are also several live music events planned for the season.

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Spend Vacation in your own private paradise! Sunset Hills Cottages is Branson’s premier Couples Only Resort! Sunset Hills Cottages is located in Branson Missouri, just minutes from the Branson Strip and Silver Dollar City. For more information on this resort, click here.

You can take your pick between five different charming vacation homes. The Country Cottage, the Reflections Cottage, Sadie’s Cottage, the Cozy Cottage, and my personal favorite the Carriage House. The Cottages are very fairly priced, and offer a one of a kind lodging experience. TO CHECK PRICES OR AVAILABILITY ON ANY OF THE 5 UNITS JUST CLICK ON ITS LINK IN THIS PARAGRAPH.

This is the perfect place for a romantic getaway with that special someone. Each cabin features a private covered porch with hot tub and gas firepit! The cabins are beautifully decorated, and offer a cozy romantic setting!There is a 55” TV, a full fridge, stove/oven, dishwasher, microwave, and Keurig. WiFi & Netflix are provided as well.

The outdoor living area is second to none, with its own private patio, personal hot tub, and firepit.  All Cottages are just a few  steps away from the beautiful swimming pond that features an infinity edge and multiple cascading waterfalls.

The Cottages are located on seven and a half acres just North of Branson. Sunset Hills is an absolute paradise and is Branson’s First and only Adult Only Resort! This is the perfect combination of privacy and seclusion, all while being just minutes from some of the Midwest’s best shows and attractions.

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