Hurricane Harbor Los Angeles: Hours, Tickets, Rides & Tips

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Los Angeles is the water park that started it all — the original Hurricane Harbor, opened in Valencia in 1995 and later copied at Six Flags properties across the country. Sitting on 22 acres right next to Six Flags Magic Mountain, it’s the go-to spot for cooling off after a morning of coasters or for a standalone splash day on its own.

This guide covers everything you need to plan a visit: current hours and ticket patterns, parking, every major slide and its height requirement, what you can and can’t bring in, and the park’s history and recent 30th-anniversary renovation.

Quick Answer

Hurricane Harbor Los Angeles is a separately gated water park in Valencia, CA, next to Six Flags Magic Mountain. It’s open seasonally from spring through early fall, single-day tickets typically start around $49 when booked online in advance, and admission is separate from Magic Mountain unless you buy a combo ticket or hold a qualifying membership.

Planning Your Visit: Hours, Tickets & Parking

Hurricane Harbor runs on a seasonal calendar rather than being open year-round — expect weekend-only operation in May and September shoulder months, with daily hours during the peak summer stretch. Gates commonly open around 10 or 10:30 a.m. and close in the early evening, with later closing times on the busiest summer weekends. Because the calendar shifts year to year and even week to week, always confirm the exact date and hours on the official Hurricane Harbor Los Angeles page before you go.

A single-day Hurricane Harbor ticket starts at roughly $49 when purchased online ahead of time, which is cheaper than paying at the gate; exact pricing varies by date and demand. The water park ticket is separate from Magic Mountain admission — it does not include rides at the adjacent theme park — though combo tickets and Bring-A-Friend offers tied to a Six Flags membership or season pass are sometimes available. Parking is a shared surface lot used by both Magic Mountain and Hurricane Harbor, typically sold in standard, preferred, and front-gate tiers, and it’s usually cheaper to reserve parking online in advance rather than pay on arrival.

Rides, Slides & Height Requirements

The signature ride is Tornado, a ProSlide funnel raft attraction that drops riders from about 75 feet through an enclosed tunnel before spinning them through a giant funnel bowl; it requires a 48-inch minimum height. Black Snake Summit (enclosed speed slides from a 75-foot tower) and Bonzai Pipelines (trapdoor body slides launched from capsules) also carry a 48-inch minimum, as does Taboo Tower, the spiral-chute and steep-drop combo that’s been part of the park since it opened in 1995.

Not every attraction requires a tall rider. Lost Temple Rapids, a group raft ride, has a 42-inch minimum, and Splash Island’s family slides require 36 inches. River Cruise, the park’s lazy river, along with the Lizard Lagoon play area and the Forgotten Sea wave pool, each carry a 48-inch minimum height as well. Castaway Cove runs the other way: it’s capped at a 54-inch maximum, making it a dedicated play area reserved for younger kids under that height.

What to Bring: Bag Policy, Lockers & Cabanas

Outside food, beverages, and coolers aren’t permitted inside Hurricane Harbor, with exceptions for documented dietary needs, food allergies, and baby food or formula (coolers still aren’t allowed even for those exceptions). If you’d rather bring your own lunch, there’s a picnic area in the parking lot you can use before or after your park visit.

Day-use lockers come in small, large, and family sizes for stashing phones, wallets, and towels while you ride. For a home base by the water, the park rents private cabanas for up to six guests, with standard and premium tiers — premium options add upgraded furniture, a personal safe, and a refrigerator. Cabana rental doesn’t include park admission, and because availability is limited, it’s worth booking early in the day, either online in advance or at the park when you arrive.

History and Recent Changes

Hurricane Harbor Los Angeles opened June 16, 1995, on the site of Mystic Lake, a Magic Mountain water feature that was drained after the 1994 season to make room for construction. It launched the entire Hurricane Harbor brand, which Six Flags later rolled out to other cities. The park has grown well past its original lineup since then, adding the funnel raft ride Tornado in 2004 and the launch-capsule slides Bonzai Pipelines in 2014, while keeping early attractions like Taboo Tower and the wave pool in place.

Ahead of its 30th anniversary, Six Flags closed the park after the 2024 season for a renovation and reopened it May 24, 2025, with new splash-pad features, refreshed slide areas, and expanded shaded seating. It’s a reminder that the lineup here isn’t static — Six Flags has periodically refreshed slides and surrounding areas rather than leaving the 1995 layout untouched.

Tips for a Better Visit

Arrive close to opening, especially on summer weekends — tube and lounge chair availability near the wave pool and lazy river thins out fast once the park fills up. Weekdays are noticeably quieter than weekends throughout the season. Bring reef-safe sunscreen and reapply after every ride, since most of the day is spent in and out of water, and wear water shoes if you plan to spend time on sun-heated pool decks.

Hurricane Harbor Los Angeles FAQs

When is Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Los Angeles open?

It runs on a seasonal schedule, typically weekends in May and September and daily during peak summer, closing for the season in early fall. Check the official Hurricane Harbor Los Angeles calendar for exact dates and hours before you visit.

Is Hurricane Harbor Los Angeles included with Six Flags Magic Mountain admission?

No. It’s a separately gated water park with its own ticket. You’ll need a Hurricane Harbor ticket, a combo ticket, or a qualifying membership/season pass benefit to enter both parks.

How much are Hurricane Harbor Los Angeles tickets?

Single-day tickets start at roughly $49 when bought online in advance, which is cheaper than gate pricing. Exact prices vary by date, so check current rates on the official Six Flags site.

How much is parking at Hurricane Harbor Los Angeles?

Parking is shared with Magic Mountain and sold in standard, preferred, and front-gate tiers. It’s usually less expensive to reserve parking online ahead of your visit than to pay at the gate.

What is the height requirement for the slides?

It varies by ride: 36 inches for Splash Island, 42 inches for Lost Temple Rapids, and 48 inches for Tornado, Black Snake Summit, Bonzai Pipelines, Taboo Tower, River Cruise, Lizard Lagoon, and the Forgotten Sea wave pool. Castaway Cove works the opposite way, with a 54-inch maximum height reserved for younger kids.

What is the park’s most popular slide?

Tornado, a ProSlide funnel raft ride added in 2004, is the park’s signature attraction, alongside Black Snake Summit and Bonzai Pipelines.

Can I bring my own food into Hurricane Harbor Los Angeles?

Outside food, drinks, and coolers generally aren’t allowed inside the park, with exceptions for documented dietary needs and baby food. There’s a picnic area in the parking lot for outside food instead.

When did Hurricane Harbor Los Angeles open?

It opened June 16, 1995, making it the original Hurricane Harbor water park in the Six Flags chain, built on the site of Magic Mountain’s former Mystic Lake.

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