💬 What Parents Say

  • 🕐Visit on weekdays during the week when the park opens (11 AM), as summer vacation crowds are significantly lighter, making it worth the drive even from an hour away
  • 💡Bring your own bath towels - the park does not provide them, and you'll need one after leaving the water as the wind can make it feel cold
  • 💡Height requirement of 48 inches unlocks many of the most exciting attractions; if your child is under 48 inches, don't worry as there are dedicated play areas for younger children, but plan accordingly for your itinerary
  • 💡The park does not have popcorn available on-site - if you want popcorn, purchase it from the adjacent Great America playground and bring it into the water park before changing clothes
  • 💡The park maintains excellent cleanliness and has abundant lifeguard coverage throughout all areas, making it a safe choice for families with young children who will be closely supervised

Hours

Monday11 AM–6 PM
Tuesday11 AM–6 PM
Wednesday11 AM–6 PM
Thursday11 AM–6 PM
Friday11 AM–6 PM
Saturday11 AM–6 PM
Sunday11 AM–6 PM

Riptide Bay

★★★★☆ 4.5 (190 reviews)
📍 1 Great America Parkway, Gurnee, IL 60031

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