Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Arlington Debuts Massive 'Splash Island' Family Water Playground

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Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Arlington (NYSE: FUN) has unveiled Splash Island, marking the largest investment in the water park's history. The new 58,000-square-foot family water playground features a 50-foot-tall multi-level treehouse, 17 water slides, and over 100 interactive water features, including a 1,000-gallon tipping bucket.

The expansion includes enhanced amenities such as new double-decker family cabanas and a reimagined Smokehouse on the Water restaurant featuring in-house smoked meats. The water park, the largest in North Texas, will operate daily through Labor Day 2025.

Positive

• Largest investment in park's history with 58,000 square feet of new attractions
• Addition of 17 new water slides and 100+ interactive features enhances park's offering
• New revenue streams through premium cabanas and upgraded dining options

Negative

• Seasonal operation limited through Labor Day may impact consistent revenue generation

 Largest investment in park's history also includes a reimagined restaurant, enhanced dining options and additional family cabanas

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ARLINGTON, Texas, July 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Arlington, the largest water park in North Texas, welcomes summer with the highly anticipated opening of Splash Island. The massive new family water playground provides hours of refreshing fun with 17 colorful slides and more than 100 interactive water features.

"Splash Island was designed with our families in mind. It provides tons of fun for kids and parents alike, and a place for everyone to relax in the nearby cabanas while they savor our new food and beverage offerings," said Hurricane Harbor Park Manager Heather Blair. "We can't wait to be part of the cherished memories that guests of all ages will come to experience at Hurricane Harbor and Splash Island."

Signature features include:

• Massive footprint: 58,000 square feet of refreshing fun
• Multi-level treehouse play structure standing 50 feet tall
• 17 water slides with plenty of drops and twists
• 110 interactive water features
• Massive splash pad to stay cool under the Texas sun
• Texas-sized tipping bucket carrying a whooping 1,000 gallons of water

Enhanced Family Amenities and Dining Options

In addition to décor reminiscent of Galveston beaches, guests of all ages enjoy other park enhancements that include new double-decker family cabanas with relaxing beach furniture, updated restrooms, themed murals and a fresh look throughout the park.

Also new this year is the completely reimagined Smokehouse on the Water restaurant featuring an all-new menu consisting of brisket and pulled pork, all smoked in-house, as well as delicious side dishes such as house-made macaroni and cheese, chopped salad and cornbread.

The best way to experience Hurricane Harbor and be among the first to enjoy Splash Island, is with a Six Flags Season Pass. To purchase a Season Pass and to learn more about Splash Island, including park hours, visit sixflags.com.

Hurricane Harbor Arlington is open daily for the 2025 season through Labor Day.

About Six Flags Over Texas
Six Flags Over Texas is home to more than 100 rides, shows, and attractions, including 14 world-class roller coasters like New Texas Giant and Titan. Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, the largest water park in North Texas, features more than 40 rides and attractions like Typhoon Twister and Tsunami Surge. Six Flags Over Texas and Hurricane Harbor are the premier destinations for thrilling family fun.

About Six Flags Entertainment Corporation
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: FUN) is North America's largest regional amusement-resort operator with 27 amusement parks, 15 water parks and nine resort properties across 17 states in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. Focused on its purpose of making people happy, Six Flags provides fun, immersive and memorable experiences to millions of guests every year with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks, resorts and a portfolio of beloved intellectual property including Looney Tunes®, DC Comics® and PEANUTS®. 

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FAQ

What new features does Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Arlington's Splash Island include?

Splash Island features a 50-foot-tall treehouse structure, 17 water slides, 110 interactive water features, and a massive splash pad with a 1,000-gallon tipping bucket across 58,000 square feet.

When will Splash Island at Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Arlington be open in 2025?

Splash Island and Hurricane Harbor Arlington will be open daily through Labor Day 2025.

What dining improvements were made at Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Arlington (NYSE: FUN)?

The park introduced a reimagined Smokehouse on the Water restaurant featuring in-house smoked brisket and pulled pork, plus sides like house-made macaroni and cheese, chopped salad, and cornbread.

What new amenities were added to Hurricane Harbor Arlington besides water attractions?

The park added new double-decker family cabanas with beach furniture, updated restrooms, themed murals, and overall fresh decor reminiscent of Galveston beaches.

How can visitors access the new Splash Island at Hurricane Harbor Arlington?

The best way to experience Splash Island is with a Six Flags Season Pass, which can be purchased through sixflags.com.