The Water Mine Celebrates 25 Years

The Water Mine Family Swimmin Hole was built in 1997, replacing a simple in-ground pool at Lake Fairfax Park. This popular water park has attracted more than one million visitors the past 25 years offering family-centric attractions for little ones as well as tweens. Adventure comes with an emphasis on fun and water safety. New amenities, affordable packages, an Old West theme and great customer service makes a day at the Water Mine a memorable adventure. Twenty-five years later it’s time to celebrate! Watch for anniversary pricing, exciting events and branded swag! Enjoy slides, flumes, sprays, showers and interactive play features, circled by Rattlesnake River for tubers. We’ve added spray pads, climbable play structures, three story body-flume slides and family changing rooms. Well-trained lifeguards supervise the fun and ensure a safe environment. Consider this TripAdvisor review, ”Our granddaughters at ages 8 and 14 both loved it! The place offers attractions and fun for all children ages three and up. Spotlessly clean with huge umbrellas for shade. We were there for five hours and enjoyed every moment.” Water Mine admissions may be purchased in advance via Parktakes Online. Daily walk-in purchases are available via cash or credit card. The Water Mine is located at 1400 Lake Fairfax Drive in Reston, Va.

Todd Johnson, first manager of the Water Mine, on opening day with his son, James in 1997.

James Johnson, assistant manager at the Water Mine in 2021.