Battle Creek Waterpark Reopens in Maplewood After $5 Million Renovation
Digital Editor Aaliyah Demry reports on the reopening of Ramsey County's Battle Creek Waterpark in Maplewood, following a $5 million renovation that enhanced safety, accessibility and the overall visitor experience. The 26-year-old park reopens with free admission from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, July 9, new features including a three-story water slide and a mural by local artist Philipo Dyauli, and the return of programming like Tot Tuesdays and Autism-Friendly Hours.
What better way to cool off from this week’s warm temperatures than a dip in the pool?
Ramsey County’s Battle Creek Waterpark is now open to youth and families in Maplewood.
To celebrate, park admission is free from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, July 9, following a reopening ceremony.
A major $5 million renovation and improvement project took place last summer as the 26-year-old waterpark was closed. According to the county, the project enhanced safety, increased accessibility and improved the overall visitor experience.
New Water Park features
- Shallow pool with play equipment.
- Deeper pool for three-story water slide.
- Shaded and non-water play areas.
- Playhouses and a grass area.
- Mural by local artist Philipo Dyauli.
The waterpark’s programming, including Tot Tuesdays and Autism-Friendly Hours, will return for the summer season.