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With VALERIE MILLER Destination: Wisconsin Dells

The “Waterpark Capital of the World!” will further enhance its reputation in 2022, with several significant new waterpark features set to open, including North America’s first rotating waterslide. A variety of new non-waterpark attractions will also debut in Wisconsin Dell.s this year, ranging from dining, brewing and e`ntertainment establishments to a 35,000-square-foot public plaza, which can host concerts, farmers markets, seasonal celebrations and other events.

North America’s First Rotating Waterslide at Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park. This summer, Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park Resort will open Medusa’s Slidewheel, America’s first rotating waterslide. Combining the movement of a Ferris wheel with the speed of a waterslide, it is set on a horizontal axis, rotating as guests slide through it. Medusa’s Slidewheel is the centerpiece of the expanded indoor waterpark at the resort; the 22,500-square-foot addition will include a new children’s splash zone with fountains and a variety of interactive water features and swimming area.

Dueling Waterslides at Wilderness Resort. In fall 2022, the indoor Wild West Waterpark at the Wilderness Resort will open two new “dueling” waterslides—a two-lane tube ride and a two-lane headfirst mat racer. Each will feature multiple rally points where riders can see their competition as they dash down the slides, as well as translucent slide effects. The Wild West Waterpark is also getting a new themed multi-level play-and-spray structure, while the resort is completing a renovation of all 446 guest rooms. A new natural adventure park development called The Land of Natura is planned to open their first phase in the summer of 2022. This 40Photos by Wisconsin Dells Visitor and Convention Bureau. acre parcel will include a 5-acre naturally-filtered lake with America’s largest floating waterpark and North America’s longest canopy tour. More than 10 miles of hiking and biking trails through the woods, river beach access and kayak rentals, a greenhouse welcome center, and food trucks serving locally sourced specialties are also included in this initial phase. The full development is expected to take between three and five years to complete at an estimated total cost of $60 million and will span over 150 acres.

Downtown Wisconsin Dells will soon boast a new gathering spot, with the addition of the 35,000-square-foot Elm Street Plaza set to open in late summer. It will feature a covered stage area, special lighting and sound systems, concession stands, seating, Wi-Fi and a mural wall. There will also be interactive water features, including a 6-foot Kugel ball, dancing fountains and in-ground geysers.

Downtown Wisconsin Dells will welcome Yeti Yard Next Level Adventure Park later this summer. The park will feature the Himalayan Speedway, complete with a 640-foot elevated racetrack for gocarting. An 18-hole, all turf mini-golf course will complete the Yeti Yard on ground level.

A converted 1909 mansion in downtown Dells is now home to Latte Stone Brewing Co., a smallbatch, nano brewpub. Latte Stone features a tasting room-style bar serving crafted-in-house brews and local craft beers, as well as local and international wines. It also offers a unique Pacific Island tapas menu.

Also new this year is Koselig Garden, a restaurant/taproom at the Norwegian-inspired barn event venue Vennebu Hill. Boasting hilltop views of the Wisconsin River and Baraboo Bluff range, it offers a menu of popular Norwegian and Wisconsin delights along with a full bar.

Woodland Retreats at Sundara Inn & Spa. As an expansion of its hugely popular Woodland accommodations, Sundara Inn & Spa has added eight new luxury suites throughout the property’s dense pine forest. Along with the suites, Sundara also added an open-air yoga deck with complimentary yoga classes spring through fall.

Additional information, including the 2022 Wisconsin Dells Vacation Guide, can be found at wisdells.com.

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