White Water Bay first opened its gates on May 23, 1981, in Oklahoma City, and the water park has been a summer fixture there ever since, even though it now runs under a different name and different owners. If you’re trying to plan an actual visit, the questions that matter most are what time the gates open, what time they close, when the season runs, and what it actually costs to get in — since all of those shift more than almost any other detail on a water park’s calendar.
Here’s what the park is called today, when it’s open for the season, how its daily hours typically work, what tickets and parking cost, and what to expect once you’re through the gates.
Quick Answer
Hurricane Harbor OKC — the park most Oklahomans still call White Water Bay — typically opens at 11:00 AM on operating days. Closing time isn’t fixed: posted calendars commonly show the park closing around 6:00 PM on weekdays and around 7:00 PM on weekends and peak summer dates, with some nights running later for ticketed events. The season generally runs mid-May through early September. Because Six Flags adjusts both operating days and daily hours throughout the year, always confirm the exact times for your visit date on the official Hurricane Harbor OKC website before you go.
What Is White Water Bay Called Now?
The park built on the same Oklahoma City site since 1981 now operates as Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Oklahoma City. EPR Properties has owned the land since 2017, while Six Flags Entertainment Corporation runs day-to-day operations under its water park brand. Six Flags and Cedar Fair completed a merger in 2024, combining the two companies into one larger entertainment corporation, but the park has continued operating under the Six Flags name and branding locally.
So if a friend mentions “White Water Bay,” a map pin says “Hurricane Harbor,” and a ticket confirmation says “Six Flags,” they’re all pointing to the same 25-acre water park off I-40 in western Oklahoma City.
Daily Opening and Closing Times: What to Expect
On days the park is open, it generally opens its gates at 11:00 AM. Closing time is where it varies most: weekday visits tend to wrap up earlier, often around 6:00 PM, while weekends and the busiest stretches of peak summer commonly run until 7:00 PM to accommodate bigger crowds and longer daylight.
A handful of nights each summer extend later for ticketed evening events, so a specific date can close well past the park’s typical hours. None of these times are locked in from one year to the next, so if you’re building a day around a specific opening or closing time, check the current calendar for that exact date on the official park site rather than relying on a general rule.
When the Park Opens Each Year: The Seasonal Pattern
Like most outdoor water parks in a climate with cold winters, Hurricane Harbor Oklahoma City doesn’t run year-round. It opens for the season in May and closes for the year sometime in September, roughly a four-month operating window built around warm-weather months.
Within that window, the schedule usually follows a familiar shape: weekends-only operation in the first few weeks of the season (May), a stretch of daily operation through the peak of summer (June through early August), and a return to weekends-only as school starts back up in late August and September. Because these dates are set and adjusted each year, the park’s official calendar is the only source that stays accurate season to season.
The Original Opening: May 23, 1981
White Water Bay’s story began under a different name. It opened as “White Water” on May 23, 1981, making it one of the older water parks in the Oklahoma City area. It operated under that original name for a decade before its first rebrand.
In 1991, Premier Parks acquired the property and renamed it White Water Bay, the identity most Oklahoma City locals grew up with. The park kept that name for nearly 30 years, until Six Flags rebranded it as Hurricane Harbor Oklahoma City in 2020. Despite the branding changes, the park has operated continuously on the same Oklahoma City site for more than four decades.
The Ride Lineup: Slides and Pools
During its years as White Water Bay, the park built a reputation on a growing lineup of slides and pools suited to families and thrill-seekers alike. Signature attractions that debuted in that era included Big Kahuna, a 542-foot family tube ride that opened in 1995, and the Bermuda Triangle flume rides, which send riders through enclosed drops from seven stories up at speeds near 35 mph.
Later additions like Mega Wedgie, a 277-foot speed slide built in 2005 with a 64-foot free-fall plunge, and the wide Typhoon Twister tubing bowl kept the park’s slide count climbing to today’s lineup of roughly 14 water slides spread across the property, alongside three pools: a Wave Pool, an Activity Pool, and a Kids Pool for younger visitors. Ride lineups and names occasionally shift after a Six Flags refresh, so check the park’s official attractions page for the current roster before you visit.
Tickets and Pricing: How It’s Structured
Tickets are sold in a few standard tiers common to Six Flags properties: single-day tickets bought online in advance (usually cheaper than buying at the gate), season passes for repeat visits across the year, and membership plans billed monthly that can include perks like parking or add-on access to sister parks such as Frontier City. Admission is generally free for children age 2 and under.
Exact pricing and current promotions change often — online searches turn up single-day tickets in the neighborhood of $30 when bought in advance, but treat any number you see here or elsewhere as a starting point rather than the final word. Check the official Hurricane Harbor OKC daily tickets page for the current price on your visit date.
Parking, Bags, and Gate Policies
On-site parking is available for a separate fee from admission. Parking toll booths at Hurricane Harbor OKC have generally accepted card payment only, with cash-to-card kiosks on hand for guests who only carry cash — worth knowing before you pull up to the gate. ADA-accessible parking spots are offered on a first-come, first-served basis near the entrance.
Gate policies on outside food, coolers, and bags are set by the park and can change season to season; some items may be allowed in designated areas while others are restricted inside the gates. Confirm the current bag and cooler policy on the official park website before you pack for the day.
Location and Getting There
Hurricane Harbor OKC sits at 3908 W Reno Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73107, just off Interstate 40 roughly 20 minutes from downtown Oklahoma City. The 25-acre park is easy to combine with a stop at sister park Frontier City, which sits nearby under the same ownership umbrella.
Planning Your Visit
Because hours, pricing, and policies all shift by date and by season, the most reliable move is to check a single source right before you go rather than piecing together numbers from older articles or social posts. For accurate, up-to-date hours, ticket prices, and visit policies, use the official Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Oklahoma City website as your canonical source before you head out.
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White Water Bay / Hurricane Harbor OKC hours, tickets, and visitor guide FAQs
What time does White Water Bay (Hurricane Harbor OKC) open?
On days the park is operating, gates typically open at 11:00 AM. Confirm the exact time for your date on the official park hours page, since Six Flags occasionally adjusts opening times for special events.
What time does White Water Bay (Hurricane Harbor OKC) close?
Closing time varies by day. Recent posted calendars show the park typically closing around 6:00 PM on weekdays and around 7:00 PM on weekends and peak summer dates, with occasional later closes for special evening events. Confirm the exact time for your visit date on the official park hours page.
What is White Water Bay called now?
It’s now Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Oklahoma City. The park kept the White Water Bay name from 1991 until Six Flags rebranded it in 2020, but it’s the same water park on the same Oklahoma City site.
When is Hurricane Harbor OKC open for the season?
The park generally operates from mid-May through early September, running weekends-only in May and September and daily through the peak summer months of June, July, and early August. Exact season dates change year to year, so check the official calendar.
How much are tickets to Hurricane Harbor OKC?
Single-day tickets, season passes, and monthly membership plans are all available, with online advance purchase usually cheaper than buying at the gate. Prices change frequently, so check the official daily tickets page for current pricing before you go.
Is parking included with admission?
No. Parking is a separate fee from admission. Toll booths have generally required card payment, with cash-to-card kiosks available on-site for guests paying with cash.
Where is Hurricane Harbor OKC located?
The park is at 3908 W Reno Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73107, just off I-40 and about 20 minutes from downtown Oklahoma City.
How many water slides does the park have?
The park has roughly 14 water slides, including Big Kahuna, the Bermuda Triangle flumes, and Mega Wedgie, plus three pools: a Wave Pool, an Activity Pool, and a Kids Pool. Check the official attractions page for the current ride roster, since lineups occasionally change.
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