Zoombezi Bay
Zoombezi Bay (/zuːmˌbiːzi ˈbeɪ/) is a 22.7-acre (9.2 ha) water park owned by the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium near Powell, Ohio just north of Columbus. The park sits on the site of the former Wyandot Lake Adventure Park, which was purchased by the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in 2006. Zoombezi Bay opened to the public on May 26, 2008, and currently ranks as one of the Midwest's most popular water parks, attracting more than 400,000 visitors annually.
| Previously known as Wyandot Lake (1984–2006) Gooding Zoo Park (1946–1984) | |
| Location | Powell, Ohio, United States |
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| Coordinates | 40.154896°N 83.119866°W |
| Status | Operating |
| Opened | 1946 (as zoo park) May 26, 2008 (as water park) |
| Owner | Columbus Zoo and Aquarium |
| Operating season | May to September |
| Area | 22.7 acres (92,000 m2) |
| Attractions | |
| Water rides | 17 |
| Website | www.zoombezibay.com |
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