š¢ California's Great America Theme Park in Santa Clara, next to San Jose, has been a Bay Area tradition for over 40 years. Owned by different companies over time, the park has evolved and changed significantly. š” Thrilling Coasters š„ Great America is famous for its thrilling coasters, including the highly ranked wooden coaster, Gold Striker. Other popular coasters like Flight Deck, Vortex, Grizzly, and Demon still provide exhilarating experiences. š¢ Great for Families with Younger Kids š¶ Despite its reputation for thrill rides, Great America has plenty to offer families with little ones. Here's what you need to know when bringing kids to California's Great America: Planet Snoopy š¶ Planet Snoopy is a large section of the park dedicated to younger kids, featuring Peanuts characters that they already know and love. With 13 rides, a splash pad, a playground, and character meet and greets, your little ones will have a blast. Don't miss the Peanuts characters in action at the show stages! šŖ Boomerang Bay Water Park š¦ The best part? California's Great America includes a full water park called Boomerang Bay, which is included in the theme park admission price. From a wave pool to a lazy river and thrilling water slides, the water park offers something for everyone. š #GreatAmerica #ThemePark #California #FamilyFun #ThrillRides #WaterPark #PlanetSnoopy #BoomerangBay