I was pleasantly surprised during our 4th of July visit to Spivey Splash Water Park. When we…read morearrived around 11:30 a.m., the line was long, so long we almost turned around and went home. Thankfully, it moved quickly, and we were inside before we knew it. Now, we weren't able to find anywhere to sit, that was probably the toughest part. But we lucked out and grabbed a lone bench tucked off to the side, and honestly, it worked out fine. There were a lot of people there (holiday crowd, of course), but the weather was perfect, the energy was fun, and we ended up having a really great time.

Oooh, what a fun day we had today at Spivey Splash Water Park. The park is CLEAN & SAFE. The…read moreweather was perfect, and the kiddos had a great time. I'm happy I was able to bring my godbabies here during their visit to ATL because they had such amazing time. I was a big kid today and could be there all day if time permits. Security and life guards were everywhere, which is greatly appreciated. The water park is inexpensive and a great spot to get the kiddos out of the house. You aren't allowed to bring in outside food. Locker rental is for $5. The entry was $20. I didn't see a towel rental area, but we did bring our own. I definitely see myself returning for another splash day.

We love it here. It may not be THRILL SEEKING but it is a…read moregreat way to cool your family down on a hot day in Georgia We have Six Flags near by for the thrill seekers.

If the attendees are young, elementary school age or younger, I'd rate it 4stars. For middle school…read moreaged kids, the park lacks the thrill seeking options they are looking for but offers some fun classics like the lazy river. Who doesn't love a lazy river? The shade pavilion was well worth $25/hr to rent and extended our stay significantly. The price for the water park didn't include the entrance fee for the park itself which was an additional $3pp. A little pricy, but the crowd was family oriented and the grounds were well maintained. The staff were all extremely helpful and diligent about their roles as lifeguards. A nice place to relax for a few hours on a hot day if you're in the vicinity.

Such a great place for kids to come and have a wonderful fun filled day on the water slides, and…read moredifferent pools. The staff, although young are very friendly and attentive.

Considering the price was free it's hard to beat. I found very little information about these guys…read morefrom their Facebook "webpage" or Google listing. No one picked up the phone the few times I tried them and I wasn't even 100% sure they were still in operation. They ARE OPEN and it's a pretty cool place! Browns Mill, like all of the summer water facilities around Atlanta it seems, is run 100% by teenagers. There are advantages (cheap labor) and disadvantages to this (lack of professionalism, lack of consistency on policy; such as letting us in for free after first saying there was no entry at 6:00 when it closes at 7 and then actually closing at 6:45), and general chaos on a busy summer day. Lots of teens running around may or may not be a problem depending on who you are. Why are kids always vomiting in pools? I've seen this at four different facilities this summer and it happened not once, but twice at this pool yesterday. Just lean over and do it in the grass. I suppose it's not fair to evaluate to how often kids are (or are not) vomiting at an aquatic facility but it did mean we didn't get to try some of the main features of this park. It would have been nice if they also put up a sign about not using this sections as we arrived after the first vomiting incident and we only knew not to go in because others were avoiding it but didn't see any visible grossness. My two little ones liked the small lazy river and layout of the place. The pool looked fun but you have to pass a swim test to go to the deep end and this test changed depending on which life guard you asked. Even going in with your kids they just aren't allowed there. They also have a small kiddie pool section and a splash pad section. The two big slides looked fun as well as the kid's water playground. I would make this trip again and even at $7 (advertised local dekalb county residents price) I think it'd be worth the cool down on a hot summer's day.

What a hidden gem in Stone Mountain. A literally water park with lazy river, slides, water play…read moreground and indoor lap pool. The price is cheap with lots of outdoor seating, there was even a food truck serving wings. So atlanta and I love it!

Ghetto and crowded. Chaos everywhere. Overcrowd, kids running loose. Lines long no direction,read more

Best park ever. Spacious very serene and vibrant. I normally do 10-12 miles around the entire…read moretrail. Very peaceful and quiet I highly recommend it!

My church has been working out there on Tuesday evening as a group, we have really enjoyed this…read morebeautiful park. Spacious and accommodating...the surrounding neighborhood is beautiful as well.

I had such a good trip here I was there when Arie force 1…read morewas being built I loved hurricane it was so fun! And I was only 7 when I was there overall I did enjoy six flags better but this is a go to park. The service was nice

It's so absurd that this park has ArieForce One. It's like a 95 year old having a Ferrari…read more This Fun Spot is out in the boonies at the edge of the Atlanta metro area and lacks the happening vibes of the two Florida Fun Spots. Granted it was noonish when I was there but it was Saturday and the place was a ghost town. The layout is pretty odd as well. There's a secondary overflow parking lot on the midway next to a big stockade looking building and other old timey looking facades but most of it looks like a county fair or a family fun center like Barrymore's back home. I got my wristband to ride as much as I wanted for the day, even knowing I had to make it to Cape Canaveral by the end of the night and couldn't spend anything close to a full day here. I made a beeline for the fabled star attraction, ArieForce One. It looks great and a mere station wait was a welcome sight. The first 90% of ArieForce One completely lived up to the hype with an incredible mix of airtime hills, inversions and overbanked turns coming at a breakneck pace. Nothing was breaking my neck though, or causing the slightest bit of discomfort. Then came the series of bunny hills at the end with their violent ejector air. Absolutely killed my thighs whether I was in the front or the rear of the train. Felt like my thighs were getting jackhammered. Now I've ridden several coasters built by Rocky Mountain Construction, the manufacturer of ArieForce One. Iron Gwazi, Steel Vengeance, Twisted Cyclone and Goliath in addition to the one I'm talking about. All had the lapbars with the shin guards that let you go upside down without over the shoulder restraints. I've never had an issue with these RMC restraints on any of their other coasters that I've ridden. I thought I'd ride ArieForce One a dozen times or so. After one ride I went to ride a go kart track. It was okay nothing special. Came back for a second lap on ArieForce One. Once again I needed a break from it after that. I rode the park's other coasters, an unremarkable wild mouse called Hurricane. Hit the bathroom and took pictures of weird murals on the walls by video games and the food court. Came back for a third lap on ArieForce One. Once again it was exhilarating, exhilarating, more exhilarating then excruciating. I know a lot of coaster freaks are over the moon about ArieForce One - about the only other people riding it were maniacal masochists who were walking roller coaster encyclopedias. And I wouldn't mind working my way up to being a walking roller coaster encyclopedia but to be that I need to be able to walk. Love everything about ArieForce One until those bruising bunny hills at the finale. To me that ride is unmarathonable. Fortunately I did need to make good time on the road and I had lots of other fun things planned on this trip and I knew I would be spending a pretty penny so I didn't much mind the cash I sunk into that wristband. This Fun Spot is just so odd and its marquee attraction has a fatal flaw but I'll still give the place three stars. Here's to knowing when to say when.

We always come here all year around and there's always some happening, kids night out at the pool,…read moregames, movies, plus we love that it is opened all year around!!

Rating: 4.5/5 First off, I must give major kudos to the…read moreemployees who were fantastic - always smiling, helpful, and quick to provide assistance when needed. Their dedication to their work and ensuring visitors have a great experience is truly commendable. The park itself is wonderfully maintained with plenty of green spaces, picnic areas, walking trails, and spots to relax. The aquatic center is a fun spot! The pool is clean, and the multiple water slides are thrilling for the children. The wade pad was a hit with the little ones. My 2 complaints would be (which is why I am giving Bethesda Park and Aquatic Center a 4.5/5 rating and not a full 5 stars) is regarding the water temperature and no seating within pool area. We found the pools to be quite cold. Bethesda Park and Aquatic Center will become one of our go-to spots at times. I would definitely recommend this place to others. Despite the cold water and lack of seating, the quality of the center, the well-maintained park, and the customer service is exceptional, making for a memorable experience.

USA Mgmt demonstrated a severe lack of integrity in almost every aspect of their operations. My son…read moreworked for them during 2 summers while they were contracted by Hunt Military Communities to manage pools on military installations. The hiring process was chaotic each time, with training requirements constantly changing depending on who he spoke with. He dealt with numerous employees each summer, and despite completing all requirements, his paycheck was withheld due to claims that he hadn't. It took over a month of persistent calls to get his certification properly uploaded. At the start of the 2024 season, the pool was at risk of not opening due to lifeguard certification issues. Shockingly, the company suggested forging certifications--an alarming practice, especially considering these certifications involve life-saving responsibilities. The clock-in/out app was unreliable, making it impossible to accurately track hours worked. Furthermore, USA Mgmt failed to update their insurance documentation, leading to the contract holder withholding payment, which caused the pool to close for several days. Instead of taking responsibility, USA Mgmt blamed the contract holder for non-payment, while the lifeguards, including my son, went nearly a month without pay. My son's last day of work was 7/27/24, and as of 9/4/24, he still hasn't received 2 paychecks. After repeated calls and follow-ups with a manager named Morris, I eventually sent a certified letter to their accounting dept. I was told 2.5 weeks ago that his checks were sent. When I asked when, I was not given a date and Morris blamed the USPS for checks taking a month or longer to be delivered. I was told again today they were sent and I asked when. He said today and did not have an explanation why he previously told me they were sent. This company's failure to pay minors on time, coupled with their illegal practices and indifferent attitude, is unacceptable. My son isn't the only one facing these issues--his fellow lifeguards have experienced similar frustrations. I am disgusted by their behavior and will be filing a formal complaint with the government to ensure these issues are addressed.

My son also lifeguarded all summer and was paid partially and sporadically. First they said they…read moredidn't have his address to mail the check and excuses went on from there. He never got access to the payroll system. We're filing a claim with the Dept of Labor.

Great pool! A bit crowded. I don't care for lane sharing; that's why the 4 stars. Clean locker…read moreroom. Workout equipment upstairs.

After closing in 2012 because of structural concerns, former Mayer Kasim Reed rebuilt a new $23.5…read moremillion, 64,000-square-foot Recreation and Aquatic Center in the Old 4th Ward towards the end of 2017. The new facility is sparkling and definitely worth visiting if you haven't seen it yet and becoming a member if you swim work out regularly. We paid about $250 for the family to join for the year and the bonus is that it gives the whole family access to all Atlanta public pools. The building is very open, bright (lots of natural light come in through the glass), and beautifully built. While ATL isn't the Northeast, winter is still somewhat more of a period of hibernation for a lot of people and the opening of this center provides a very nice public option for continuing to be active. It seems like they offer a wide variety of classes and activities for kids. While I can't speak to the basketball gym, workout facilities, and indoor running track on the second floor, the pool is great. It's helped our toddler develop an appreciation for the water and we haven't even tried their infant swim program yet. Some highlights of the pool are that the water is very warm, they have a beach front walk-in, a separate family changing room, a variety of aquatic toys for kids to enjoy, and a few fun sprinkler type poles in the pool. For parents looking to entertain their kids this could be a great drop-in option too at just $5 a visit I believe. My only complaints are 1) We've waited months to get our membership cards and the machine that prints them is always down or unavailable for some reason. This is obviously not such a big deal but 2) As this "undiscovered" gem is no longer so undiscovered, we've seen more and more swimmers come to the pool and it can be difficult to find a free lane to swim in now (especially around peak hours weeknights after work). This may just be what happens as you become a victim of your own success. The pool is huge but it's unfortunate that the way they built it the lanes cannot be expanded or added easily because the free swim section has a giant physical barrier from the lanes part.

We were attending a weekend, event at the children's museum, and decided to bring our children to…read morethe ferris wheel after. The best pricing for a party of four was on Groupon, so that's what we used. The ride includes four rotations. I was surprised at how quickly the ride moves, even though it was a reasonable pace. The pods are temperature controlled, and have an emergency call button in case someone needs to exit early. The button alerts the staff on the ground, and they will stop the ride to let you off on the next rotation. It was pretty empty when we were there. They have upsell items that we were not interested in: a single rose for $10, a teddy bear for $15, and souvenir pictures on a themed backdrop. To exit the attraction, you walk through the area where your pictures would be and a patio where there are stands to buy snack foods and sweet treats.

Well these wheels seem to be popping up in various places & depending where u are it can be fun,…read morehere ahhh. Long lines don't help it & for the most part the views aren't even that impressive they say u should do it at night & it's probably since the city is lit up it can Look better? Day time may be too hot. We did come by at night before closing time since it was our only free time & it really was not worth it in my opinion, this is one of those things that it's a personal preference If u want to visit it or not, can't say it's a "must see".