Fredericksburg Parent

18 Fredericksburg Parent and Family • September 2024 Massanutten, which celebrated 50 years in 2022, may be more well known for its skiing, but the mountain resort offers up so much more for young and old alike. There's something in store for the whole family to enjoy, so pack your bags and get ready for some fun. Massanutten features a waterpark with attrac- tions both indoors and out, including a variety of waterslides, a wave pool, and a lazy river, with cabanas available for rent as well as food options for those who plan to stay the whole day. In March, the resort announced plans to expand its amenities at the waterpark, which will include a 144-room hotel adjacent to the park. The project, which is slated for comple- tion in 2026, will add 6,000 square feet to the waterpark on one side and 22,000 square feet on the other. Several new attractions are planned as part of the upgrades, including a three-lane, headfirst mat racing slide and a family raft ride with lighting, sound, and design effects, as well as an enhanced kiddie area for little ones with pools and slides, a larger wave pool, and a dining terrace. Have a Blast at WRITTEN BY BRANDY CENTOLANZA Thrill seekers will want to check out the resort's Family Adventure Park, where they can partake in ziplining, rock climbing, and summer tubing. This fall, Massanutten will also introduce a new attraction at the adventure park, a mountain coaster that will span 3,380 feet and cover 2,156 feet of terrain. The coaster will reach speeds of up to 25 miles per hour and have two 360-degree spirals along the track. Riders can ride in a single or double car and will have full control over their speed during the six-minute ride. Close by, families can go-kart or ride bumper cars, or take a respite from their adventures at Perfect Break, an indoor entertainment facility with Topgolf Swing suites and e-sports computers for gamers. MASSANUTTEN Indoor/Outdoor Waterpark Family Adventure Park

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