Visit Maine’s Largest Amusement & Water Park at Funtown, Splashtown, USA
Aerial view of Funtown Splashtown USA Amusement Park in Saco Maine

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An Action-packed Amusement & Water Park for the Whole Family.

Funtown Splashtown USA Amusement Park near Old Orchard Beach MaineIf you’ve spent enough time at the beach or you find the Maine Atlantic ocean water just a little bit too brisk for your liking, but you still want to have some fun in the water, then Funtown Splashtown USA is the perfect option for you.

This action-packed amusement and water park in Saco (just a few short miles from downtown Old Orchard Beach) is sure to keep you and your family coming back every summer.

Funtown Splashtown USA has been a favorite of Maine residents and family vacationers to Old Orchard Beach since it opened in 1967, back when it was simply known as ‘Funtown USA’. ‘Splashtown’ was added to the title twenty years later, when the waterpark was built. It has been growing in size and scope ever since.

The park is just a ten-minute drive northwest of Old Orchard Beach and only 5 minutes from the center of Saco, Maine.

 

Attractions

What’s in a name? Well, Funtown Splashtown actually refers to two parts of this site. Funtown is the more traditional amusement park, and Splashtown is the waterpark.

 

Funtown Ride Park

Excalibur Roller Coaster ride at FuntownThe Funtown amusement park has a number of rides that are suitable for visitors of all ages. It holds a number of major drawcards for locals and visitors alike. These include Excalibur, the only wooden coaster in Maine, and Thunder Falls, which is the tallest log flume ride in New England! It also features the incredible Astrosphere, which gives visitors the unique experience of a Scrambler ride mixed with a phenomenal light and laser show.

There is no shortage of classic amusement park rides and games at the Funtown ride park. With 28 different rides under the category of Kiddie Rides, Family Rides, and Thrill Rides, you can find something for the whole family.

 

Splashtown Water Park

Water slides at Splashtown USA in Saco Maine near Old Orchard BeachSplashtown Water Park is an absolute must-see for visitors to the Old Orchard Beach area, particularly those with young families. The water park consists of nine slides, an enormous swimming pool, the Fun Lagoon, and the incredible Pirates Paradise, a themed playscape that periodically dumps 500 gallons of water onto the kids and adults inside!

 

Tickets and Admissions

Funtown Splashtown USA offers one-day and discounted tickets for entry after 3 pm. You can either purchase a combination ticket that gives access to both parks, or tickets for Funtown and Splashtown separately. Pricing varies based on age and height.

Funtown Splashtown USA Aerial Picture of Amusement ParkSeason Passes
For frequent visitors, it may be worth purchasing a season pass, which gives you unlimited access to both Funtown and Splashtown rides throughout the summer season. You can also renew your season pass from the year before at a discounted price.

Big Combo: $149.95 for adults and teenagers taller than 48’.
Little Combo: $139.95 for children and teenagers between 38 and 48’ tall.
Senior Combo: $86.95 for seniors 60+ years old.
Family & Friends 4-Pak: $485.95 for a group pass of four people, Big or Little passes.

Opening Hours

During the summer months, Funtown is typically open from 10:30 am to 6:00 pm. Splashtown opens from 10:30am to 5:00pm. Opening hours are subject to change depending on weather, and public events & holidays.

Funtown Splashtown USA is a seasonal tourist attraction and operates primarily during the summer months. It is usually open for the season in mid-may and closes in mid-September.

Address and Contact Details:

Funtown Splashtown USA
US Route 1,
774 Portland Road
PO Box 29
Saco, Maine 04072 USA

Phone number: 207-284-5139
Email: info@funtownusa.com

 

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