Palmetto Falls Water Park

6511 Marion Ave, Columbia, SC 29207, USA

Address:	6511 Marion Ave, Columbia, SC 29207, USA
Phone:	+1 803-751-3475
Site:	jackson.armymwr.com
Rating:	4.2
Working:	Closed 11AM–7PM 11AM–7PM 11AM–7PM 11AM–7PM 11AM–7PM 1–7PM

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Cameron McFadden

It seems to be near impossible to bring our children to the water park here. I wanted to bring my son and his friends, but was told that there is a 3 day advance notice that needs to be given as well as background checks, and these can take up to weeks to be finalized. The children in Columbia have nothing to do at all during the summer unless their parents are rich and can afford those high end summer camps. It would be nice, and it will also bring in revenue, if this park would allow civilians to come here without the hassle. It will probably help reduce crimes being committed by kids that just sit at home all day while their parents are working during the summer. I understand that they want to be safe, but there are other measures that they can take to ensure everyones safety and fun. Its hard to plan a day at the water park 3 days out and waiting weeks on background check to be finalized especially when traveling with your children, their friends, and then other relatives.

Debra Wright

Local water park conveniently located in Ft Jackson. Youre required to show ID to get on base. Then they do a background check before you buy a ticket...but the process is very quick. Its not a huge park but theres enough variety for a couple of hours to play & rest: A seperate area appropriate for toddlers and timid young kids. Water slides for young kids and older kids/adults. A wading pool and a lazy river of course. Theres nothing challenging but kids of all ages seemed to be having a good time. The park closes at 7:00 but the office closes around 3:00. Pros: Numerous life guards through out, lots of lounge chairs in the sun and shade. Cons: You need to get a key to access the only changing room. This is probably why the bathroom was VERY wet.

Christine J

Daughter had great time. No pool areas are deep. I was able to walk beside her in the lazy river while my stepmom floated. Its awesome that civilians have access to this as well. We were able to get perfect chairs underneath an umbrella next to the kids area so my daughter could play without me having to be right in the water with her. Plenty of lifeguards are on duty also. There is a restaurant and there are reasonable lockers inside restrooms and outside. Nothing was overpriced. Food was mainly 4.00 & up for chicken tenders, pizza, burgers but food was decent quantity & good quality. Nachos, chips,ice cream also were available.

Joel Yarborough

My wife tried to get on last week, but was told at the gate that she had to purchase her tickets in advance. She came back home and purchased tickets online. Today, I tried to take the girls and was told that even though I had tickets I now had to pass a background check that took 3 days to complete. I was told that this was instituted 2 days ago. apparently MWR thinks I have the ability to alter time. If you are a civilian Fort Jackson doesnt want you there, regardless of what they may claim.

ih8dst8

What I love is all the civilians claiming they cannot get on base. Shore up your lives and you will pass the background check. Stop complaining and giving low ratings because you didnt even get to the park to rate. Rate the base, not the park. Want to enjoy the water park, join the service. There is a reason for security. This aint Frankies Fun Park, this is a military installation. What I hate about the park is the entrance cost.

Tami Neitz

It wasnt worth the price. It also was complicated to get in. You have to park at the entrance to Ft Jackson and go inside a building. Then you have to give Social Security number and other personal information. They also do a background check. This process takes about 30 minutes. Its too much to go through for the water park.

erica L

Was not able to get on base to go to the park. I am a veteran and had my DD214 and a veteran ID and they still would not let me and my children on base to go to the park. Rediculous. Ive been to MANY bases in and out of the military and have never had so much trouble. A background check 72 hours in advance? Seriously???!

Beth Balderston

Something for everyone! Awesome that they have this for military/government and their families! Its a shame Columbia doesnt provide something like this for its civilian residents! This park is not big enough, wouldnt be enjoyable and probably wasnt intended for use by everyone in Columbia. Just sayin!

roblox master100234

Great place for families. Not the largest water park you have been to, but offers everything you need. A kiddie area for Abby children under 36 inches, lazy river, large deeper pool, kids slide, 3 bigger slides, snack bar, and play ground. Life guards on duty at all times and offer first aid services.

lisa holcombe

This is one of the best water park me and my mom have ever been too if you want a good water park to go to you should go to and it would be best to order your tickets online before you go or you will have to go on your phone and do it in the office and do it that way.

Carlos LeMarie

Been coming here with my family for several years now. This is a great place for young kids and family. Even though my boys are older now, they still enjoy it. Lifeguards are always alert and courteous. The staff is friendly and attentive.

Felix Williams

We love the Palmetto Falls Water Park on Ft. Jackson! Our grandchildren come to visit every summer and they love it, too. Its a great way to spend the hot, summer days we have here in Columbia.

Michael Lizewski

Thrilled that veterans and vetted civilians may enjoy a treasure such as this. Only wish it would stay open later as working families may enjoy later into the night during summer.

Brenda Peake

Best place to go relax.....military base....kids are well behaved....lots of life guards/pool personnel....clean, inexpensive...food on site that is inexpensive, too!

Emily Schwartz

Great place to bring your family. It has three water slides, a lazy river, a lap pool and a kiddie pool! Sandbar food is good and its got tons of lifeguards.

Morgan Haynes

Life gaurds are attentive, clean, and fun. Snack bar is slow and unorganized. But we dont frequent the snack bar much. Visit at least 3-4 times a week.

Chris Blacknall

Small water park with a new/clean feel. Most the staff is great. Friendly and helpful. Not the biggest or the best, but very family friendly.

MJ Gardner

Me and my family go all the time it is so much fun the have slides a lazy river gator lagoon a sand bar cafe and an amazing staff

Green Beret Unlimited

Good for the price. Not happy that they allow civilians to come here. So much for security and military only.

Anthony Johnson

We had a birthday party here at it was somuch space at the pavilion and had a blast at the water park.

Hochiminh Rosario Cuevas

Affordable. Clean. And lots of fun. It is indeed a small waterpark, but boy, do my kids have fun.

Jeanette Butler

Great water park for kids. On the army base. Make sure to take your own towels