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Splash Away at South Bay Shores Waterpark

Looking forward to some fun in the sun? South Bay Shores, California's Great America’s vibrant waterpark, promises fun for all ages! This part of the park features a coastal theme and acres of water-based activities, offering a mix of thrilling attractions and relaxing areas for kids and adults alike. Parkgoers can enjoy a variety of things to do here, including wading in the Breakers Bay wave pool and going down the exciting Coastal Cruz waterslide in a raft. For younger guests, the Otter Trotter and Pup’s Tier play areas are safe spaces where they can have fun with endless interactive elements. Guests can also enjoy many dining options around the whole park, but for nearby bites, check out South Bay Cantina, which is located near the water park’s entrance.

With lots to do and plenty of family-friendly facilities to explore, South Bay Shores is an ideal destination for a day of swimmingly great fun. Get your California's Great America discount tickets today!

Add a Cabana to Your California's Great America Experience

Take your California’s Great America visit to the next level with a private cabana! Located in the South Bay Shores waterpark, these cabanas offer a shaded retreat complete with comfortable seating, personalized service, and peace of mind knowing you have a dedicated space to call your own. Whether you’re recharging after thrilling water slides or watching the kids splash away, a cabana adds relaxation and luxury to your day.

Here are your options:

• Breakers Bay Cabanas

  Ideal for 6-8 people, these 10’ x 10’ cabanas include two chaise lounge chairs, cushioned furniture, a ceiling fan, and a small safe. They also come with four complimentary towels, a tube of sunscreen, a mini fridge, and convenient food and beverage service.

• Tide Pool Cabanas

  These cabanas come with everything the Breakers Bay Cabanas offer, with the addition of a TV with basic channels.

• Sand Bar Party Cabanas

  Perfect for larger groups of up to 18 people, these 10’ x 20’ cabanas provide premium outdoor seating, a large table with chairs, two chaise lounge chairs, and a TV with basic channels.

Great for families or groups, these cabanas ensure comfort, convenience, and a touch of luxury, elevating your park day to the next level. After securing your California's Great America discount tickets, be sure to reserve your private cabana and make your visit truly unforgettable!

California’s Great America Goes Cashless

California’s Great America is now a fully cashless park, making your visit smoother and more convenient! Soar on roller coasters, grab a meal, pick up souvenirs—you can do it all without having to take cash with you. You can use credit cards, debit cards, or mobile payments at all locations. Only have cash? No problem! Cash-to-Card kiosks are available throughout the park, allowing you to convert your cash into a prepaid card at no extra charge. This transition means less time waiting in lines for change, no more worrying about your bills getting wet or lost, and more time enjoying the park’s thrilling attractions.

Get ready for a seamless experience—plan your visit today and enjoy all the fun that your California's Great America discount ticket has to offer!

How many hours do you need at Great America?

Tailor your visit to fit your pace! While a single day at Great America is typically enough to experience all the major attractions, your visit might extend a bit longer based on the group you're with!

Young families often relish the kid-friendly zones and the refreshing water park, ideal for those warmer days. If you’re in it for the thrills, you’ll find plenty of rides that are sure to get your adrenaline pumping, catering to all levels of thrill enthusiasts.

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What is the best day to go to California’s Great America?

The best days to visit the park are weekdays, specifically Monday through Thursday, when crowds are typically lighter, especially during the summer months of June, July, and August! Weekends, especially Saturdays, are generally busier with tourists and vacationers.

For a smoother and more enjoyable visit, plan your trip for a weekday and avoid peak times!

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Driving Directions to California’s Great America

California’s Great America is located at 4701 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, CA 95054. This ideal spot makes it easily accessible whether you’re traveling from near or far.

Getting There:

• From San Francisco:

  Take US 101 South to the Great America Parkway exit. The park is approximately 45 miles (72 km) away.

• From San Jose:

  Drive North on US 101 and take the Great America Parkway exit after just 3 miles (5 km).

• From Oakland:

  Start on I-880 South, switch to Highway 237 West, and continue to the Great America Parkway exit. This route is about 45 miles (72 km) long.

• From Sacramento:

  Travel on I-80 West, connect to I-680 South, then take Highway 237 West to the Great America Parkway exit, covering a distance of 142 miles (229 km).

Plan your visit today and enjoy a day filled with fun and adventure at one of California’s premier amusement parks! Don’t forget to purchase your discounted California’s Great America tickets here at FunEx!

Public Transportation Options for California's Great America

Need help figuring out how to commute to the park? We’ve got your back. Here are the train and bus routes you can take:

Train

• VTA (Valley Transportation Authority)

• VTA light rail trains and buses arrive daily from points throughout Santa Clara County.

• AMTRAK/Capitol Corridor

• Trains arrive daily at Great America station from Reno, Sacramento, Oakland and other points north.

• ACE (Altamont Commuter Express)

• Trains arrive at Great America station from Stockton, Tracy, Pleasanton and other points east.

• CALTRAIN

• Connect to the VTA light rail at the Mountain View Caltrain station from points throughout the San Francisco Bay Peninsula and south to Gilroy.

Bus

• VTA (Valley Transportation Authority)

• VTA buses arrive daily from points throughout Santa Clara County.

• BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit)

• Take the # 140, #141 or #180 VTA bus from the Fremont Bart station.

What to Expect at California’s Great America

Inside this premier amusement park, you will find over 51 rides and attractions, 22 dining options, 15 shops, and so many other attractions! Enjoy this amazing attraction with your FunEx California's Great America discount tickets! Check out some of the rides and attractions available for you! Keep in mind that some height restrictions may apply on the rides.

Rides and Attractions for Kids!

Guests can enjoy 8 different rides and attractions designed specifically for children. Kids will have a great time and parents will love being able to save money on Great America tickets.

Character Carousel

Visiting California's Great America without taking a spin on the carousel is like missing half the fun! This classic ride is great for adults and kids! Who didn't love spending time on this as a kid?

Joe Cool's Dodgem School

Put on your seatbelts and step on that gas pedal! Learn new skills at Joe Cool's Dodgem School. Guests of all ages, led by Mr. Joe Cool himself, will have the chance to learn the basics of driving in specially designed, child-sized bumper vehicles by crashing into each other. Joe Cool's Dodgem School is a kid-friendly, slow-moving replica of the iconic bumper cars found at amusement parks. It is a guaranteed good time for the little guests!

Lucy's Crabbie Cabbies

This trip on Lucy's Mini Coaster in California's Great America is the perfect introduction to roller coasters for little thrill-seekers. There are curves, twists, inclines, and declines on this roller coaster for children. Get ready to have a great time as you reach up to 8 feet in the air on a small steel roller coaster and then plunge back down again. This ride is perfect for little ones! They will have so much fun!

Fun for the Family at California’s Great America

There are 19 different family-friendly attractions and rides that will make everyone giggle! Family rides and refreshing waterslides are waiting for you – so hurry up and purchase your FunEx Great America discount tickets today!

Delta Flyer or Eagle's Flight

If you're feeling overwhelmed by the stress of life, take a ride on the Delta Flyer, which will give you a birds-eye perspective of Great America Santa Clara. Enjoy the beautiful scenery and relax for a while. It's a great way to enjoy yourself and catch a glimpse of the whole park. You will have the chance to travel across the whole park on a private gondola ride.

Beaker's Bay

Do you want to go on wild water activities? Beaker's Bay in South Bay Shores is the place to be! There is an indoor water park with a wave pool, so you are in for a treat! Kids will love playing in the soothing waves. Breakers Bay has everything you could want for a perfect day in the sun!

Coastal Cruz

This thrilling family waterslide will take you on an incredible adventure! Coastal Cruz begins at the top of a 54-foot-tall platform, where you will ride a raft that seats four. Riders should be prepared for unexpected splashes and waves as they whirl up and down the waterslide's walls at rapid speeds!

Thrilling Rides and Attractions to Try at California’s Great America!

Adventure seekers, the good times have just begun! Purchase your Great America tickets and prepare to be surprised!

Delirium

Are you brave enough to hop on one of the world's most potent pendulums? Get ready to defy gravity, and to feel some stomach-churning twists and flips. The inward-facing, inverted seats on Delirium's swinging arm and rotating gondola will give you the most thrilling ride experience ever!

Pacific Surge

Ready for a wet and wild adventure complete with high-speed drops and loops? The Pacific Surge is a seven-story water slide with six slides that offer three distinct adrenaline levels. You will have an incredible time on these slides!

Drop Tower

On clear days, you can see all of San Francisco from the top of California's Great America's Drop Tower, which is also a great vantage point for seeing Levi's Stadium and Silicon Valley. Drop down at over 60 miles per hour from a 225 feet height! You won't even have enough time to shout! Ready for some adrenaline?

Rollercoaster Rides at California’s Great America

Demon

Demon is a vintage steel coaster at Great America Santa Clara that features heart-pounding airtime, terrifying vertical loops, a double corkscrew, and a dive through the Demon's dingy lair. The Demon was one of the earliest roller coasters at the park, and it has never stopped delighting riders.

Patriot

In 2017, Great America Santa Clara introduced a new roller coaster to its lineup: the floorless Patriot. Patriot's ride track is visible under riders' feet, giving them a new and suspenseful perspective. Patriot raises passengers to a height of 91 feet before sending them careening around a 360-degree loop at 45 miles per hour!

RailBlazer

RailBlazer, the first single-rail coaster on the West Coast has many dynamic turns and travels at a high-speed. The coaster's eight passengers travel in a single-file train that closely follows the track's curves, providing them with an incredible view of the landscape below as they race along at high speed.

Catch the Live Entertainment at California’s Great America!

Rock Around the Clock with '50s Jukebox Live!

Step back in time with the thrilling '50s Jukebox Live! Get ready to swing to the golden oldies with Billy Joe Blue and his ensemble as they recreate the iconic tunes of the 1950!

It's a blast from the past that's perfect for both the young and the young at heart!

Stomp Your Boots at Charlie Brown's Hoedown

Gather the family for a foot-stomping good time at Charlie Brown's Hoedown! Join Charlie, Lucy, Linus, and the charismatic JT as they bring the charm of the countryside to the stage!

With easy-to-follow dance steps and classic country hits, everyone in the audience can dance along and experience the joy of a traditional hoedown!

Kick Up Your Heels at California’s Great America!

Experience these thrilling live performances that are sure to be the highlight of your visit! Get ready to dance, laugh, and make memories that will last a lifetime with your discounted California’s Great America tickets from FunEx!

Dining Options and Shops at California’s Great America

You might want to stop by these eateries and fast-food joints to cool off and refuel after a long, hot day in the park. If you're looking for a memento of your trip or a souvenir to take home, the stores there are the greatest bet. They have so many great options for you!

22 Dining Choices

Meals and Snacks

• Churro Factory
• Coca-Cola Refresh Station
• French Quarter Funnel Cakes & Churros
• Game Time Sports Bar
• Great American Pizza Company
• Sierra Creek Lodge
• South Bay Cantina
• Snack Shack
• And many others!

15 Shops

• Apparel, Souvenirs, Candies, Toys, and Essentials
• On-ride Photos
• Bayou Outpost
• Clipper's Bait Shop
• Front Gate Photo
• Guppy Gear
• Inside CGA
• Kids' Stuff Outfitters
• Surfside Supplies
• And many more!

Add to Cart These California’s Great America Merchandise

Forgot to grab a souvenir from California’s Great America? No worries—you can still snag the perfect keepsake from the Six Flags Merchandise online store! Relive the excitement with NanoCoasters, scaled models of the park’s most iconic rides, including RailBlazer, Gold Striker, and Patriot. If one of these coasters stole your breath (or your soul!), these mini replicas are the perfect way to keep the memories alive.

Your adventure doesn’t have to end with your California’s Great America discount tickets—keep the thrills going with must-have merch!

Tips for a Great Time in California's Great America!

Are you planning a visit to California's Great America and looking for the best advice to ensure a fantastic time? You're in the right place! Here are some expert tips to help you make the most out of your adventure in the park.

• The Best Times to Visit

  Craving a more intimate experience with shorter queues? Cloudy or rainy days are your secret key to less crowded adventures!

• What to Bring Along

  Pack your adventure bag with the essentials! A cozy jacket for the evening chill, sunscreen for sunny escapades, and comfy shoes for your exploratory strides are must-haves! And for your convenience, tuck away your extra gear in the park’s handy lockers!

• Getting Around the Park

  Navigate the wonders of the park with ease! Wheelchairs are available for rent, and the park maps are your treasure maps to fun!

• Families with Children

  Turn your little ones into park pros! Teach them how to spot our friendly security officers for safety! You can also check The Family Care Center in Planet Snoopy as it is full of amenities, stroller rentals, and a safe haven for lost children!

Ready for your adventure in California's Great America? With these tips, you’re all set to unlock a day full of excitement and memories!

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Cedar Fair Parks’ Chaperone Policy

The safety of our guests and associates has always been our top priority at California's Great America. Over the past two years, there have been increasing incidents of unruly and inappropriate behavior across our industry and at other major entertainment venues. We are committed to keeping California's Great America a place where families and friends come together to enjoy a one-of-a-kind park full of fun experiences and immersive entertainment.

As part of that commitment, we are implementing a chaperone policy beginning Saturday, April 22, 2023.

Under this policy, all guests ages 15 years old or younger must be accompanied by a chaperone who is at least 21 years old in order to be admitted to, or remain in, the park after 4:00 p.m. local time to close. The chaperone must present a valid government-issued photo identification with date of birth at ticket entry. One (1) chaperone may accompany no more than ten (10) guests ages 15 or younger per day. In addition, the chaperone must accompany their party during entry, remain inside the park during their visit, and be available by phone throughout their stay. Guests ages 15 years old or younger who are found inside the park unaccompanied by a chaperone will be subject to ejection. This chaperone requirement applies to all California's Great America ticket and season passholders.

We believe these changes will help ensure that California's Great America continues to have a positive atmosphere where generations of families and friends can gather for a day of safe fun and good food. Millions of guests have counted on us for exactly that, and we will continue to deliver on that promise for generations to come.

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