Hurricane Harbor Chicago: One Day Ticket at Hurricane Harbor Chicago

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Hurricane Harbor Chicago is a waterpark in Gurnee, Illinois, with water slides, a wave pool, a lazy river, and family play areas including Buccaneer Bay.

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Hurricane Harbor Chicago is a waterpark attraction in Gurnee, Illinois, located at 1 Great America Parkway. A one-day ticket gives full access to the park's water slides, a wave pool, a lazy river, and dedicated family play areas across a single visit. The park sits adjacent to Six Flags Great America, though entry to that theme park is sold separately. Among the Chicago attractions that draw summer crowds from across the region, Hurricane Harbor is one of the larger outdoor waterparks in the area.

Riders can take on Tsunami Surge, a water coaster with turns, drops, and lighting effects, or choose multi-rider slides including Bahama Mama and Bubba Tubba. Wipeout runs a tube-to-funnel format for those after a sharper ride. Castaway Creek is the park's lazy river circuit, while Hurricane Bay generates wave-pool swells for open-water swimming. Families with younger children have Monsoon Lagoon for group play and Buccaneer Bay, a pirate-themed area designed for smaller guests. Tickets cover waterpark access for one day and include all standard rides and slides. Parking, food, beverages, and midway games are charged separately. The park offers wheelchair access throughout.

Why you'll love it

Full day access to slides, wave pool and lazy river
Includes Tsunami Surge water coaster with turns
Located in Gurnee at 1 Great America Parkway
Dedicated family play areas for younger visitors
One of the largest outdoor waterparks near Chicago
Sits adjacent to Six Flags Great America theme park

What's included

Access to the waterpark for a single day
Access to tons of world-class rides and water slides

Access to Six Flags Great America
Access to private events and other separately ticketed experiences
Midway games and other extra charge experiences
Parking
Food & beverage
Souvenirs
Transportation

Good to know

Know before you go: Arrival and timing
Plan to arrive at the park entrance on 1 Great America Parkway in good time before you want to get into the water. Parking is not included in your ticket and must be arranged separately. Note that access to Six Flags Great America next door is not covered by this ticket.
Getting around the park
The park is a large outdoor waterpark, so comfortable footwear for walking between attractions is worth bringing. Lockers and changing facilities are typically available on site. Food, drinks, and souvenirs are available to purchase separately throughout the park.
During your visit
Leave valuables secured before boarding slides and rides.
Follow all posted height and safety requirements at each attraction.
Some experiences, including private events and midway games, carry a separate charge and are not covered by your day ticket.
Sun protection is strongly recommended for a full day outdoors.
Cancellation policy: These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.

Frequently asked

What is Hurricane Harbor Chicago?

Hurricane Harbor Chicago is a waterpark featuring water slides, a lazy river, a wave pool, and family play areas. Highlights include Tsunami Surge, a water coaster with turns, drops, and lighting effects, as well as Castaway Creek, Hurricane Bay, Monsoon Lagoon, and the pirate-themed Buccaneer Bay.

What does a one-day ticket to Hurricane Harbor Chicago include?

A one-day ticket gives you full access to the waterpark and its rides and water slides for a single day. Parking, food and beverages, souvenirs, midway games, and transportation are not included, nor is access to Six Flags Great America or any separately ticketed events.

Is Hurricane Harbor Chicago suitable for families with young children?

Yes, the park caters to a range of ages. Younger guests can explore Buccaneer Bay, a pirate-themed play area, while families can cool off together at Monsoon Lagoon. Multi-rider attractions such as Bahama Mama and Bubba Tubba are also available for groups.

Where is Hurricane Harbor Chicago located and how do I get there?

The park is located at 1 Great America Parkway, Chicago. Transportation is not included with the ticket, so guests should arrange their own travel to the venue.