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Big Surf was a waterpark located in Tempe, Arizona. Opened in 1969 and financed by the Clairol Company, it boasted the first wave pool in the United States . The wave pool was designed by Phil Dexter.
Looking for things to do in Phoenix this weekend? Bring the whole family to Big Surf Waterpark to enjoy water slides, wave pools and relaxing bays.
17 lut 2022 · Big Surf Waterpark, home to what is believed to be the country’s first wave pool, appears to be up for sale.
Designed by Phil Dexter, the Big Surf waterpark pumped Tempe, Arizona, from 1969 to 2020. Explore the innovative and original wave pool built in the desert.
28 wrz 2023 · Originally Big Surf wasn’t what we now call a water park, with slides and other aquatic attractions. It was an artificial beach made from 23,000 tons of sand, imported palms, and faux Polynesian huts, designed specifically for surfing.
This is the untold story of Arizona’s historic Big Surf Waterpark and the man who created it. Big Surf was in Tempe AZ and was open for 50 seasons.
Nestled on 20 acres in Arizona on the northern tip of Tempe and just south of Scottsdale, Big Surf Waterpark has remained an Arizona icon for over 40 years and features dozens of thrilling water slides and rides all in a safe and family-friendly atmosphere.
