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Wild Water and Wheels has been operating in Surfside Beach for 32 years, but a 33rd year now appears unlikely. Do you have a favorite memory from the water park?
A defunct Surfside Beach water park initially targeted for residential development is now poised to become a business anchor for the town. Wild Water and Wheels owner Mark Lazarus wants town ...
The park, which had become "Wild Water and Wheels" in its later years with the addition of go-carts, closed in September 1998 due to decreasing attendance, rising insurance costs, and the rise in property value in the area.
A controversial plan to put more than 300 homes on the former Wild Water and Wheels property was derailed last year. From water park to car wash? Former Surfside Beach venue’s use back up for debate
The park has been operating each season since opening on June 1, 1985. As of the 2019 season it featured 22 slides and attractions across 12 water rides. [1] The park is owned by Lazarus Entertainment Group which also maintains the Broadway Grand Prix and Wild Water and Wheels family entertainment venues in Myrtle Beach. [2]
Ridge Rider/Wild Slide 1990 Two water slides. Over 48" 4 Slidewinders 1990 Three body slides. Over 48" 4 Snake Pit 1997 Three enclosed water slides. Over 42" 5 Tidal Wave 1997 A medium-sized 6 feet (1.8 m) deep wave pool. It is the park's original wave pool. Over 42" or with an adult and wear life jacket 4 Tropical Twist/Paradise Plunge 1997
Lazarus also opened the Wild Water and Wheels amusement park in Surfside Beach, which closed in 2022. Lazarus’ legacy survives him, as his two sons, Mark and Robbie Lazarus, operate Lazarus ...
Wild Waters was a favorite attraction for tourists visiting the Ocala and Silver Springs area, as well as local residents. It was a small park by modern standards but offered a more relaxed atmosphere than its larger competitors. Wild Waters had a special niche; it attracted people wanting to enjoy a more traditional water park experience.