Family-oriented. Two 18-hole miniature golf courses (jungle, waterfall), figure-8 go-cart track, bumper boats, large arcade, video & novelty games, batting cages, snack bar, rocking chairs.
Water World
Street address:
401 Recreation Rd.
Dothan, AL 36302
Phone:
334-793-0297
Fax:
334-712-2469
Schedule:
Open May: weekends only; starting May 30: M, W & F 10–6, Tu & Th 10–9, Sat. 10–7, Sun. 12–7.
Mailing:
P.O. Box 2128
Dothan, AL 36302
Discount:
group, child
Admission:
Admission charged
Accepted:
Personal Checks
Travelers Checks
Water recreation for entire family. Giant wave pool, triple-flume water slide, kiddie pool, video arcade, souvenir shop, mouth-watering concessions. New ride: Great White Slide.
Accessibility:
Mobility Impaired (ramps, toilet access from front of wheelchair, support bars for toilets, wheelchair-level restroom sinks, showers with roll-in wheelchair access, designated parking spaces)
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