Gaylord Hotels invites family travelers to experience its Summer of More programming. What better way to get in the summer spirit than spending time splashing in the pools and water parks at Gaylord Palms in Florida, Gaylord Opryland in Tennessee, Gaylord Texan in Texas, Gaylord Rockies in Colorado, and Gaylord National in Maryland?
Guests of Gaylord Palms receive exclusive access to Cypress Springs Water Park. Set across three acres, the water park features a zero-entry swimming pool, multilevel treehouse water playground, racing slides, drop slide, surf experience and the newly debuted Crystal River Rapids.
SoundWaves, the indoor/outdoor water park, offers three levels of fun set on four acres. The park offers relaxing water features alongside thrilling rides, ideal for guests of all ages.
The sprawling 10-acre outdoor pool and lazy river complex is exclusive to hotel guests. Choose from fun activities including a lazy river, zip line and water slides. Grab a drink and a bite at the full-service pool bar and grill.
The indoor/outdoor Arapahoe Springs water park is an exclusive amenity for Gaylord Rockies guests. Float along the 720-foot-long lazy river or relax in the indoor and outdoor hot tubs. Waterslides are available for thrill seekers.
Enjoy indoor and outdoor water park fun at Gaylord National. The park is home to a Junior Olympic-sized lap pool, kid splash zone and outdoor whirlpool. Take advantage of the outdoor sundeck for extra relaxation.
In addition to the water activities, the resorts feature a jam-packed lineup of themed experiences and resort-wide fun throughout the summer. The Summer of More programming runs through Sept. 5.
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