Disney World Water Parks Guide

Disney World is home to two incredible water parks: Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach. Each park offers a full day of themed fun from thrilling slides to relaxing lazy rivers. Whether you’re chasing waves or looking for a spot to take a much-needed day of rest, both parks have something for everyone.

Over the years, we’ve spent countless days exploring every corner of both water parks at Disney World. Below, you’ll find our complete coverage. It includes everything from planning your visit, deciding where to eat, cabana rentals, and what to expect with attractions. If you’re planning to see everything, make sure to check out our itineraries for each park!

Updated: April 21, 2026

Disney Water Parks News and Updates

H20 Glow Nights returns on select nights between June and September 2026. We’ve put together a guide with dates and details for this year’s event.
Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon closed on February 14, 2026, for refurbishment. The park is scheduled to reopen on May 12th.
Disney has announced the return of the 2026 seasonal water park pass. That article shares details of applicable dates, pricing, blackout dates, and extra perks offered in 2026.
The complimentary water park admission on your check-in day benefit returns for Disney Resort Hotel guests for arrival dates between May 26th and September 8th.

Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon

Open seasonally, Typhoon Lagoon is one of two waterparks at Walt Disney World. The park is themed to an island setting after a typhoon turns everything upside down. You might even find a ship sitting on top of a mountain! Check out our Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Guide, or browse our entire water park coverage below.

Guides

One Day Touring Itinerary for Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon: Plan your entire day at the water park while prioritizing thrill rides and relaxation!
Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Dining Guide: An overview of what to eat during your visit.
Beachcomber Shacks at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon (Cabana Rentals): Find out everything you need to know about renting a cabana at the water park.
Locker Rentals at Typhoon Lagoon: We rent a locker every single time we visit Typhoon Lagoon. Find out why and what you need to know.
Complimentary Towels and Rentals at Typhoon Lagoon: Details for whether or not you’re eligible for complimentary towels during your visit.

Attractions

If you’re traveling with little ones, you’ll want to be aware that a few of these attractions have minimum and maximum height requirements. See our list of Typhoon Lagoon attractions with height requirements for more details.

Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park

Someone had the idea to put a ski resort in Florida, but as you can probably imagine, it soon turned into a melting ski resort! Thankfully, puddles make for a good start when it comes to water parks. Also, open seasonally, Blizzard Beach is Disney’s secondary water park. Check out our Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Parks Guide, or browse our entire water park coverage below.

Guides

One Day Touring Itinerary for Blizzard Beach: Find out how to plan your day in a way that allows time for everything, including relaxing.
Disney’s Blizzard Beach Dining Guide: An overview of dining options and treats.
Lodge Umbrellas and Polar Patios: Find out everything you need to know about renting a cabana at the water park.
Locker Rentals at Blizzard Beach: We rent a locker every single time we visit the water parks. Find out why and what you need to know.
Complimentary Towels and Rentals at Blizzard Beach: Details for whether or not you’re eligible for complimentary towels during your visit.

Attractions

If you’re traveling with little ones, you’ll want to be aware that a few of these attractions have minimum and maximum height requirements. See our list of Blizzard Beach attractions with height requirements for more details.

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