Get Wet at Parrot Island in Arkansas on National Waterpark Day

The heat wave across Arkansas this summer has been brutal with no signs to let up anytime soon so what better way than to catch a wave a cool wave at one of Arkansas' premiere waterparks Parrot Island?

Parrot Island Fun

Today (July 28) is National Waterpark Day and Parrot Island in Fort Smith, Arkansas is guaranteed to keep you cool and wet with over 400,000 gallons of summer fun with a tropical feel. Talk about beating the heat!

Lazy River

You are going to love the 500 feet long lazy river that features a waterfall and a few other surprises along the way.

Gnarly Dude

For the more adventurous Arkansas' only two-lane Flowrider you can learn how to surf like a pro as you catch the massive waves and you don't even have to go to the ocean to do it. By the way, it's also National Get Gnarly Day too!

And you make more waves in the areas only wave pool.

Waterslides

OHana Highway Tube Slide -  with hair-rasing 360-degree turns on a 40 ft. tall slide that will leave you breathless.

Pelican Plunge -  A tunnel of fun as you twist and turn over 265 feet to a pool of water.

Blue Macaw - No, this is not a drink but an open-air slide guaranteed to get you wet.

Pineapple Plunge - Take a refreshing 40 ft. plunge on an open-air slide.

Tangerine Twist -  The name says it all, lots of twists and turns to the bottom.

Parrot Island is also the home of a specially-themed kids' area with splash pools and aquatic fun for the little ones. Cabana rentals and party pavilions are available for larger groups, and access to food and drinks on the island.

Free Perks

• Inner Tubes
• Deck and Lounge Chairs
• Free Parking for cars and buses

National Waterpark Day couldn't be more perfect for those long hot summer days at Parrot Island Waterpark in Fort Smith. Parrot-dise awaits you!

For more information and tickets please visit their website or Facebook page.