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Visitor tip
Arrive early or get a Gold season pass to ensure access to beach chairs/sunbeds, as there's limited control over their usage and they fill up quickly during peak times
Visitor tip
Bring young children ages 3-5 in spring 2026 to take advantage of the free Pre-K passes being offered
About Great Barrier Reef
Wave-pool attraction in a theme park. Large, Australian-themed amusement park swimming pool with simulated waves & poolside cabanas.
Quick Facts
- Name
- South Bay Shores Waterpark
- Location
- San Francisco Bay Area, California
- Admission
- Included with park admission
- Operator
- Six Flags
What visitors say
Pros: Really fun, the kids love it and the waves make the swimming pool more fun. There are plenty of lifeguards. Cons: while there are a significant amount of sunbeds, there is a lack of control of their usage and it is a very bad…
Always a good time! Get a seas9n pass support our local theme park so we have one. We buy season passes every year. My parents did for us in the 90s, and I love that this is a childhood memory I get to share with my kid. If you have a…
Google and homepage says park is open. We arrive and it is closed!
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Did You Know?
- Australian-themed wave pool attraction integrated into a Santa Clara theme park, offering simulated ocean waves as the main feature
- Gold pass holders receive early entry to the water park before general admission opens, guaranteeing access to beach chairs and seating
- Offering free Pre-K passes for ages 3-5 during spring 2026, providing complimentary access for young children
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