Buffaloe Road Aquatic Center

About Buffaloe Road Aquatic Center

Buffaloe Road Aquatic Center is a water park in Raleigh, NC. Buffaloe Road Aquatic Center features a lazy river, a 3-story waterslide, a whirlpool, water basketball courts, water jets, and a splash pad—making it one of the most feature-rich public pools in the Raleigh area. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 642 visitors.

💬 What Visitors Say

• 💡Arrive early as the facility operates on first-come, first-served basis and reaches capacity quickly, sometimes by noon on busy days. Add your name to the waiting list at the front desk if at capacity.
• 💡Bring your own towel as none are provided on-site. Also bring your own food and beverages since no food/drinks are sold at the facility, though outside food is permitted (no glass or alcohol).
• 💬Call ahead to verify lap lane availability before visiting, and note that the water temperature may be colder than advertised (bring a wetsuit or limit exposure if cold-sensitive).
• 💡Be aware of the 48-inch height requirement for the single waterslide, which may exclude younger or smaller children. Children under 48 inches must stay within arm's reach of a responsible adult at all times.
• 💬Check admission pricing before visiting, as fees vary based on whether you pay taxes to the City of Raleigh versus Wake County—city residents receive significantly lower rates. Also note the facility closes June 1-12 for maintenance annually.