Raging Waters Los Angeles

About

Raging Waters Los Angeles in San Dimas holds the title of SoCal's largest water park, sprawling across 50 acres of slides, pools, and family attractions about 30 miles east of downtown Los Angeles. It's a summer institution for families throughout the Inland Empire and San Gabriel Valley, drawing crowds from Memorial Day through Labor Day each year.

The park's signature attractions include the Aqua Rocket - a hydro-magnetic water coaster that sends riders shooting uphill against gravity - along with traditional tube slides, body slides, a massive wave pool, and a lazy river. Splash Island, the park's dedicated kids' area, features a giant water play structure, gentle slides, and spray zones designed for young children who aren't ready for the bigger slides.

Adult thrill-seekers will find plenty to keep them busy: Venom Drop, Black Python, Amazon Adventure, and other major slides offer varying intensities. The wave pool and lazy river provide lower-key alternatives for those who want to enjoy the water without the adrenaline.

Food options are spread throughout the park, from quick-service stands to sit-down dining. Private cabanas are available for rent and provide a shaded home base for the day. Lockers are available for securing valuables. Free life jackets are provided and required in certain areas.

The park operates seasonally from approximately May through September. Tickets purchased online are less expensive than at-the-gate pricing. Parking is available on-site. Given its location in San Dimas, the park typically experiences its hottest days in summer - arriving early or visiting on weekdays significantly reduces wait times.

Accessibility

Raging Waters Los Angeles is ADA-compliant and most of its attractions and restaurants are accessible to guests with disabilities, including wheelchair users.

General access: The park has ADA-compliant main entrances and accessible parking near the entrance. Pathways throughout the park are wheelchair and stroller accessible. Accessible restrooms and family changing areas are available. Life jackets are free to borrow and required in designated areas.

Ride access: Most attractions are accessible to guests with disabilities. Guests should be aware that for rider safety, water slides generate significant physical forces. Guests with prosthetics, braces, casts, orthotics, crutches, or other medical devices that are not permanently affixed may be required to remove them for certain rides. This policy is safety-based - these devices can detach during rides and pose hazards. Staff can arrange temporary storage of devices for guests who wish to enjoy a ride.

Important restrictions: Some rides require that riders can maintain a securely safe and proper riding position and that safety restraints work as designed. Guests with conditions affecting coordination, muscle control, or the ability to sit upright may be limited on certain attractions. Speak with a park manager for ride-by-ride guidance.

Family areas: Splash Island, the children's water play area, is generally accessible for adults accompanying young children. The wave pool and lazy river offer lower-intensity water experiences.

For current attraction-specific accessibility details, visit ragingwaters.com/accessibility or call the park directly. Speaking with a park manager on arrival is the best way to get guidance specific to your needs.

More accessible places in California

• Griffith Observatory (Los Angeles)
• Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) (Los Angeles)
• San Diego Zoo (San Diego)
• Yosemite National Park (Yosemite)
• Exploratorium (San Francisco)
• Aquarium of the Pacific (Long Beach)