Located in Henderson, Nevada, just a short distance from the Las Vegas Strip, Cowabunga Bay Las Vegas is the biggest water park in the area. Here, visitors can enjoy a variety of attractions and activities suitable for the whole family. From the lazy river to the exciting water slides, there is no end to the fun you can experience at Cowabunga Bay Water Park.
Keep reading to discover everything you need to know about this excellent vacation attraction.
Cowabunga Bay Open Hours
Cowabunga Bay typically opens in May and stays in operation until September. While the exact dates tend to vary from year to year, it is open during the summer months. Generally, the park is open every day, and the hours are as follows:
- Sunday to Thursday – 11 AM to 7 PM
- Friday – 11 AM to 11 PM
- Saturday – 11 AM to 9 PM
The park is also open on Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day.
Dress Code
For the comfort and safety of all its guests, Cowabunga Bay Water Park has a dress code. This includes proper swimwear such as swimsuits, mid-thigh or knee-length shorts, and shirts that cover the entire torso.
As of present, Cowabunga Bay does not allow the following items:
- Cut-off shorts
- Street Clothes
- Clothing with zippers, snaps, rivets, buttons, or buckles
- Exposed undergarments
- See-through, torn, or frayed clothing
- Offensive graphics or language
- Clothing that promotes violence or the taking of drugs or alcohol
- Any clothing inappropriate for a family-friendly water park
It is important to note that shoes/ flip-flops cannot be worn on any of the water slides. Also, keep in mind that summers in Nevada can get extremely hot, so be sure to wear sunscreen and stay hydrated while enjoying the park’s attractions.
Rides and Attractions
The Cowabunga Bay Water Park in Henderson, NV, is home to a wide range of water-based attractions and activities to be enjoyed. The park has several unique water slides for thrill-seekers of all ages, as well as some great pools to choose from.
Slides
Beach Blanket Banzai
The Beach Blanket Banzai is a thrilling slide that people of all ages can enjoy. Four people at a time go down the slide using an inflatable raft, and the slide reaches dizzying heights of sixty feet. It also includes quick turns, dips, winding curves, and fast drops.
Keep in mind that the maximum capacity per raft is 770 lbs, and there is a height requirement of 36 inches to board the ride.
Breaker 1-9
Additionally, Cowabunga Bay Las Vegas features this one-of-a-kind, thrilling adventure waterslide that twists, slips, turns, and drops. It’s bound to please any adrenaline junkie!
Keep in mind that shoes must be removed before going on the slide, and these height restrictions apply:
- Single tube – 48 inches
- Double tube – 42 inches and up (must be accompanied by someone 48 inches or taller)
There are also the following weight restrictions:
- Single tube – 260 lbs
- Double tube – 440 lbs
Downhill Doggers
If you’re traveling with kids, you’ll love this miniature version of the famous Surfin’ USA slide. Downhill Doggers includes four lanes, each ending in a splash pool.
Point Panic
This is a pitch-black, fully enclosed tube slide that is perfect for adrenaline seekers. The slide also includes unique lighting features that make this high-speed journey even more memorable.
Keep in mind that shoes are not allowed on the slide and the following restrictions apply:
- Single tube – Minimum height of 48 inches and maximum weight of 260 lbs
- Double tube – Minimum height of 42 inches (accompanied by a person of 48 inches or taller) and maximum weight of 440 lbs
Rock-A-Hoola
This slide is 300 feet long and ends with a splash in a giant bowl. As with other water slides, it is important to note that shoes cannot be worn while using it.
The following restrictions also apply:
- Single tube – Minimum height of 48 inches and maximum weight of 260 lbs
- Double tube – Minimum height of 42 inches (accompanied by a person of 48 inches or taller) and maximum weight of 440 lbs
Squigglers
Located in the Cowabunga Kids’ Cove, these twin slides offer 360° spins that are perfect for little adventurers! Keep in mind that these slides are designed for children, and are ideal for youngsters under 54 inches tall.
Surf-A-Go-Go
This exciting inner-tube slide takes visitors down into two massive rebound chambers, where you will rebound from side to side and climb up the walls. The slide is 600 feet long and ends in a big splash.
Shoes cannot be worn on the slide, and the following restrictions apply:
- Minimum height of 48 inches
- Maximum weight of 260 lbs per tube
Surfin’ USA
Surfin’ USA is one of the most popular slides at the park. This mat-racer slide featuring six lanes starts at a dizzying 50 feet and dips down at impressive speeds. Visitors can race each other towards the finish line, where the ride will end in a splash.
There is a minimum height requirement of 42 inches and a maximum weight restriction of 260 lbs.
Wild Surf
Wild Surf is the largest man-made wave in the world. The ride is 60 feet high, from where big four-person rafts drop down into the swell of the wave before crashing through the wave’s crest. It is a thrilling slide that moves visitors from side to side and ends in a big splash pool.
The rafts are designed for groups of three or four people, and the weight of the group cannot exceed 660 lbs. There is also a minimum height requirement of 48 inches.
Zuma Zooma
The Zuma Zooma drops from a staggering 73 feet before taking visitors through a 360° loop at a high speed. It also features a trap door (or “launch capsule”) which opens to drop riders down this thrilling slide. Zuma Zooma is also Nevada’s tallest water slide, and the fastest water slide in the area.
Note that shoes are not permitted on the slide, and that riders must meet a minimum height of 48 inches and maximum weight of 260 lbs.
Other Attractions
Boardwalk Bay
This is one of several great splash pools at Cowabunga Bay Water Park. It contains playful fountains and more than enough room to relax and float the day away. During the spring and fall seasons, the pool is heated for comfort.
Caban-A-Rama Pool
This unique VIP pool area is to be enjoyed exclusively by VIP Cabana guests. It offers fountains and tanning decks – a perfect place to relax after a busy day at the park.
Cowabunga Kids Cove
The Cowabunga Kids’ Cove is a kids’ play area that is perfect for children and toddlers alike. The pool is heated, and the area includes child-friendly slides of its own. There are also controlled exit and entrance points, and lifeguards keep watch over the play area at all times. Life jackets are available for free upon request, and it is advised to accompany small children.
Cowabunga River
This lazy river is a Cowabunga Bay classic and a favorite for many of its visitors. It is an excellent way to cool off and is reminiscent of the retro surf scene in the 60s – with giant surfboards and a 1967 VW beetle. It also includes some fun water features. During the spring and fall seasons, the river is heated.
While there is no height restriction, it is advised for children under 42 inches tall to be accompanied and supervised by an adult.
Surf-A-Rama Wave Pool
This wave pool is located near a 1950s Drive-In cinema and offers waves that can reach as high as four feet. At 35 000 square feet, this is Nevada’s largest wave pool. It is heated during the cooler months.
Keep in mind that children need to be accompanied by adults and younger kids have to wear life jackets.
Cost
Ticket Prices
Visitors can opt for purchasing a day pass, which would allow them to spend an entire day at Cowabunga Bay. This includes access to all waterslides and attractions, as well as life jackets and tubes.
The all-day ticket prices for Cowabunga Bay Las Vegas are:
- General Admission – 49.99 USD
- Military Visitors(with valid IDs) – 39.99 USD
- Seniors (over 65 years old) – 34.99 USD
- Visitors under 42 inches tall – 34.99 USD
- Evening Visitors (during the last three open hours of the day) – 29.99 USD
Season Passes
Visitors who plan on visiting the park more frequently throughout an entire season can also purchase a season pass. Seasonal pass holders will have access to added benefits, and these passes can be excellent value for money.
While the prices for season passes tend to vary from year to year, the prices are typically as follows:
- Basic Season Pass – between 70 and 100 USD
- Premium Season Pass – between 100 and 150 USD
- Platinum Season Pass – between 150 and 200 USD
- Family Season Pass – between 200 and 250 USD
Many individual visitors opt for a Basic Pass, which grants season pass holders benefits such as:
- Unlimited Admission
- Access to all Slides and Attractions
- Exclusive Discounts on Park Amenities, Food, and Merchandise
- Early Park Access
- Special Events and Perks
- Free Access for a Friend (On Select Days)
The other Season Passes also include additional benefits, including:
Premium
- All Benefits of Basic Pass
- Free Parking
Platinum
- All Benefits of Basic and Premium Passes
- Free Drinks and Food
- Free Admission to Other Parks
Family
- All Benefits from Basic Pass
- Admission for four family members
Cabanas
If you’re planning on spending the entire day at Cowabunga Bay Water Park, you may find yourself in need of some extra shade. Many thrill seekers opt for renting one of the cabanas while at the park. They include a wait service and there are three types of cabanas to choose from. Each offers different perks.
Lounge Cabanas – 54 to 79 USD
- 2 x Chaise lounge chairs
- Full-service cabana servers
- USB Charging station
- Secure safe (for personal items)
Standard Cabanas – 179 to 209 USD
- Large Cabana (10’ by 10’)
- Dining table with chairs
- 2 x Chaise lounge chairs
- Full-service cabana servers
- USB Charging station
- Secure Safe (for personal items)
- Maximum ten guests
Caban-A-Rama VIP Cabanas and Leisure Pool – 209 to 269 USD
- Deluxe Cabana (10’ by 10’)
- Patio furniture
- 2 x Chaise lounge chairs
- Full-service cabana servers
- USB Charging station
- Secure Safe (for personal items)
- Maximum ten guests
Food
The park is home to a variety of delicious food and beverage choices, from chicken strips to their signature bucket of fries. There are also adult-friendly options with cocktails.
Some of the food items you can expect to find at Cowabunga Bay include:
- Burgers
- Sandwiches
- Hot Dogs and Sausages
- Pizza
- Salads
- Wraps
- Smaller snacks and sweet treats
Do note that outside food and drinks are not allowed at Cowabunga Bay Water Park.
