Disney's Typhoon Lagoon
Address
1145 E Buena Vista Dr, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830, United States
Country
usa
Opening Hours
Daily 10:00-17:00 (seasonal operation, hours vary by season)
Popularity
**๐ #1 Water Park in the World | Most Visited Water Paradise** - **1.92 million annual visitors** making it the world's most visited water park - **35+ years of operation** since opening in 1989 - **World's largest wave pool** with 6-foot surfable waves - **Disney storytelling excellence** with immersive typhoon theming - **Premium water park experience** setting the global standard
The World's Premier Water Park Experience
Disney's Typhoon Lagoon stands as the world's most visited water park, welcoming 1.92 million guests annually to experience the ultimate tropical paradise. This 61-acre aquatic wonderland tells the story of a devastating typhoon that transformed a pristine tropical resort into the most spectacular water playground on Earth.
๐ The Legend of Miss Tilly
The park's centerpiece tells an incredible tale - Miss Tilly, a shrimp boat that was hurled atop Mount Mayday during the legendary storm. Every 30 minutes, this iconic vessel erupts a 50-foot geyser of water while her ship's bell chimes, creating one of the most memorable sights in any water park.
๐ World's Ultimate Wave Pool
Typhoon Lagoon Surf Pool holds the distinction as one of the world's largest wave pools, generating 6-foot waves that are actually surfable. This engineering marvel cycles between:
๐ Surfing Waves (90 seconds):
- 6-foot swells powerful enough for bodyboarding and surfing
- Surf lessons available through Craig Carroll's Cocoa Beach Surf School
- Professional-grade waves rivaling natural beach conditions
- Epic wave riding creating unforgettable experiences
๐ Bobbing Waves:
- Gentle rolling waves perfect for families and young children
- Inner tube floating and relaxed swimming
- Safe family fun with lifeguards stationed throughout
๐ข Thrilling Water Attractions
๐ Humunga Kowabunga - Three enclosed speed slides reaching 39 mph from five stories high
๐ฅ Crush 'n' Gusher - Water coaster with uphill water propulsion creating roller coaster-like thrills
โ๏ธ Storm Slides - Three twisting body slides (Jib Jammer, Stern Burner, Rudder Buster)
๐บ Miss Adventure Falls - Family raft ride through a tropical landscape
โต Gang Plank Falls - Family whitewater raft adventure
๐๏ธ Castaway Creek - 2,100-foot lazy river circling the entire park through caves, waterfalls, and tropical landscapes
Attractions in Disney's Typhoon Lagoon
Typhoon Lagoon Surf Pool
๐ The World's Ultimate Wave Pool Experience
Typhoon Lagoon Surf Pool stands as one of the world's largest and most powerful wave pools, generating authentic 6-foot waves that provide genuine surfing and bodyboarding experiences.
๐ Professional-Quality Surfing
- 6-foot wave swells every 90 seconds during surf periods
- Surfable waves that rival natural beach conditions
- Bodyboarding and bodysurfing opportunities for thrill-seekers
- Surf lessons available through Craig Carroll's Cocoa Beach Surf School
๐ Wave Generation Technology
- 12-cell prestressed concrete tank creating the massive waves
- Computer-controlled system ensuring consistent wave quality
- Advanced engineering studied for fluid-structure interaction
- Safety systems with extensive lifeguard coverage