Alabama boasts a variety of family attractions that are perfect for a summer day trip. One of these places, which celebrates 50 years this summer, is Point Mallard Park. For information about this park, including its most famous feature, take a look below.

Point Mallard Park, which opened in 1970, sits on approximately 500 acres in Decatur, Alabama.

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Each summer, its waterpark area attracts numerous visitors from all across the North Alabama region and beyond. Everyone is eager to take a dip in the park’s famous wave pool.

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Speaking of wave pool, Point Mallard Park is home to America’s first wave pool. This is of course the park’s main feature.

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In addition to its wave pool, the waterpark area of Point Mallard Park also offers a variety of waterslides,…

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…a relaxing lazy river, and an…

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…Olympic sized swimming pool complete with platforms and lifeguards. Interestingly, several Olympic swimmers, including Greg Louganis, have trained at this pool.

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There’s also a fun kiddie area that’s great if you have small children. They thoroughly enjoy the Squirt Factory and Duck Pond.

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For those of you who wish to stay overnight, Point Mallard Park also offers a campground. Click here for information, including how to reserve your campsite.

tripadvisor/Kim G For more information about Point Mallard Park, you can view its website here and its Facebook page here. Hours: Daily, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Have you ever been to Point Mallard Park in Decatur, Alabama? If so, please share your experience with us in the comments below.

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For more information about Point Mallard Park, you can view its website here and its Facebook page here. Hours: Daily, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Another place in Decatur, Alabama that’s worthy of a visit is Delano Park. For information, be sure to take a look at the following article: Have A Fairytale Experience At Delano Park, One Of Alabama’s Oldest And Most Beautiful City Parks.

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Address: Point Mallard Park, 2901 Point Mallard Dr SE, Decatur, AL 35601, USA