CHESAPEAKE BEACH, Md. – The Town of Chesapeake Beach is committed to providing quality recreational facilities for our residents and visitors. As part of this commitment, we want to update the community on the status and future plans for our beloved water park.
After a thorough assessment of the facility’s condition, it is clear that extensive renovations are necessary to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all. While we originally hoped to reopen the water park for the 2025 season, the current state of the park requires significant upgrades that cannot be completed in time. Delaying the opening will allow us to ensure these upgrades are done properly, while also providing staff and contractors with the necessary time to complete the work. This delay will also help minimize the challenges associated with construction during inclement weather months, while proactively addressing critical infrastructure issues to extend the life of the facility and avoid costly repairs down the road.
Mayor Wahl shared his perspective on the decision at the last Town Council meeting “When I took office and gained access to the water park’s actual condition, it was evident that reopening in 2025 would not be feasible. Instead of rushing a short-term fix, we are taking time to do it right, ensuring the park is better than ever when it reopens in 2026.”
Throughout 2025, the town will focus on a comprehensive renovation plan that will address critical infrastructure needs and introduce key improvements, including:
- Facility Upgrades: Enhancements to the park’s operational systems to improve efficiency and reliability.
- Modernized Amenities: Exciting new water features and slides, renovated restrooms and shower facilities, and heating solutions for the main building to allow for year-round use as office space.
- Careful Oversight: Town staff will manage the project, with consultants and contractors brought in as needed to ensure a high-quality renovation.
While we understand the anticipation for the park’s return, we are excited about the opportunity to create a revitalized and modernized waterpark that will serve our community for many years to come.
We appreciate your patience and support as we work diligently toward a grand reopening in 2026. Stay tuned for updates as we embark on this exciting project to bring the water park back — better than ever!
Just two short blocks away from the open fentanyl market.
Where?
The apartments behind the water park
Why do you have to be so negative. Residents should help make this a place for residents and visitors to come and have a good time. We can only improve this world by being a part…and negativity is not the answer
Positive about drug zombies?
Problem with facts I see
Can’t wait to go there and get hurt, then they won’t have any money to fix it or replace it
I hope they can make it so people can afford to use it. It became too expensive to take grand children for a few hours. Very disappointing.
I sure hope they make you wear a bathing suit! I’ve seen men and kids in underwater GROSS!
What a joke! This mayor ran on a platform that he was re-opening the waterpark this summer (I still have the postcard on my fridge). I laughed then and I’m still laughing. He over promised (aka outright lied) to get the votes. Anyone with any sense knew he would not be able to reopen this summer, but he chose to lie because that is what folks wanted to hear. To those who voted for him, enjoy. This is the 1st of many lies to follow. Don’t be surprised when Donovans puppet prioritizes their agenda over the town. Thats the only thing he was transparent about.
Who will be doing the work on the renovations?