I scored some free tickets to the waterpark portion of Mt. Olympus in Wisconsin Dells the other day. While the waterslides were fun, what will keep me coming back are the Poseidon’s Rage wave pool and the artificial beach.
The former generates a nine-foot tall wave every 90 seconds. It’s actually sort of scary seeing a huge wave speed toward you and eventually knock you over. The braver souls hang out near the rope (the deepest area you’re allowed to go) where the wave is biggest.
Next to Poseidon’s Rage is a beach. Since the sand is brought in, it’s not full of rocks that you normally find at Wisconsin beaches. You can relax on one of the many recliners (no umbrellas, unfortunately), play some volleyball ($10 returnable deposit for the ball) or my favorite part: hang out at the bar.
The bar has swings instead of barstools. It’s fun to rock back and forth a bit as you sip your beverage, though the wood plank that serves as a seat is not comfortable enough for long durations.
I felt really relaxed at the beach. Even with the wave pool below and the main road behind me, I felt like I was in Florida or somewhere tropical. I’m looking forward to a return visit!
Tags: Wisconsin Dells
