Palm Springs Water Park - Knott's Soak City



Palm Springs Popular Water Park
Family Fun in the Sun -
The Big Oasis Water Park!


Re-opens March 10, 2012 - Opening Day


Looking for family fun activities for Vacations in Palm Springs, or great ideas for places to celebrate birthdays, reunions and celebrations? Find it here with "Knott's Soak City in Palm Springs," a popular family-friendly 16-acre seasonal water park, an outdoor amusement park, located in Palm Springs, California. The Palm Springs water park offers 20 water rides and attractions, with 13 water slides, a big wave pool, a lazy river inner tube ride and a children's activity area for kids of all ages - plus a food, snacks and beach-style souvenir shops.

The Palm Springs Knott's Water Park aquatic center (formerly the Palm Springs Oasis water park) is one of Palm Springs area's most popular family-friendly things to do, attracting more than 200,000 visitors each year!

The outdoor water park is ultra-spacious with great views and sunny skies, palm trees and mountains, with a capacity up to 3,000 guests. Even on busy days, this park offers plenty of space, rides and room for everyone!


The Palm Springs Pool,
Water Park Slides & Rides


A Popular Attraction in Palm Springs


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Open select days and times starting March 10, 2012

"Palm Springs Water Park Knott's Soak City"
Phone/Address/Location:

1500 S. Gene Autry Trail | Palm Springs, Ca 92264
Phone: (760) 327-0499

Seasonal Hours: Open Daily Memorial Day to Labor Day

Open select days and times beginning March 10th, 2012

With Palm Springs characteristic and reliable warm weather, the Palm Springs Water Park Knott's Soak City opens in March - earlier than most water parks in Southern California and the USA.

This year's seasonal opening day for Knott's Water Park in Palm Springs is Saturday, March 10, 2012, at 11:00 a.m.

Admision - Rates


Regular Admission
Day of Arrival at the Gate
Admission Prices

Full Day Regular - Ages 12 & up
$31.99
Full Day Junior - Ages 3-11
$21.99
Full Day Senior — 62 and up
$21.99

Discounted Rates
After 3pm Admission

All Ages - $21.99
Southern California Resident Regular*
Ages 12 & Up - $26.99
Southern California Resident Junior
Ages 3-11- $21.99
Southern California Resident Senior
62+ - $21.99

Water Park - Parking Rates, All-Day Parking
Regular Lot — $10.00
Preferred Lot — $15.00
Pricing subject to change without notice.

Discounted Season Passes On Sale Now
for 2012 Season



Season Passes for 2012 for Knott's Soak City water Park are on sale now for a special discounted low rate of only $54.99! That's about a 20% savings or $10.00 discount.
Prices subject to change without notice.



Palm Springs Water Park
Hours Vary By Month
and Day of Week



Knott's Soak City/Palm Springs hours of operation, open seasonally only during the months of March to October, 2012:

March 2012 Hours


Open Hours for Soak City Palm Springs:
March 10, opening day: Soak City Palm Springs, opens 11 a.m., closes 5 p.m.

Other March Dates, Open for the hours of 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Sunday, March 11; Saturday, March 17; Sunday, March 18; and Wednesday, March 21 through Thursday, March 29.

For all other March dates not listed above, Knott's Soak City in Palm Springs Ca is closed.


April 2012 Hours


Open Every Weekend
During April, 2012, Soak City Palm Springs water park is Open every weekend...in addition selected weekdays will be open.

There are 2 different water park schedules during the month of April 2012.

April Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.:
On April 7, 14, 21, & 28, Soak City Palm Springs opens at 10 a.m. and closes at 6 p.m.

April Open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.:
Open April 1-6, April 13, April 15-20, 22, 23-27, 29, and 30th, Soak City opens at 11 am and closes at 6 p.m. For all other dates in April not listed above, the park is closed.


May 2012 Hours


Open Every Weekend
Every weekend in May the Palm Springs water park is open and ready for fun in the sun with friends and family.

Also for several weekdays near Memorial Day, the Water Park is open. There are 3 schedules of open hours during May:

May open hours of 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.: May 5, 12, 19, & 26-28.

May open hours of 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. for May 6, 13, 20, & 24-25.

May open hours of 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for Monday, May 28th, Memorial Day.

Closed all other dates not listed above.
Soak City Palm Springs is closed May 1-4, 7-11, 14-18, and 21-23.

June 2012 Hours


Open Every Day
Knott's Soak City in Palm Springs is open for operation every day during the month of June. There are 2 schedules in the month of June.

June open hours of 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for June 1, and 4-8.

June open hours of 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for June 2-3, and 9-28.

July 2012 Hours


Open Every Day
Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Open every day for the month of July


August 2012 Hours


Soak City Palm Springs Water Park opens at 10 a.m. and closes at 6 p.m. almost every day in August.

The only exceptions are Monday, August 20-24, when the park opens from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and August 27-29 when the park is closed.


September 2012 Hours


With back to school in full swing, Soak City Palm Springs hours are reduced. The park will not be open daily. There are 3 different schedules at the park this month:

Open Hours of 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. for September 9, 16, and 23th.

Open Hours of 10 a.m. to 6 pm for Labor Day weekend: Saturday, September 1; Sunday, Sept 2 and Monday, September 3.

Open Hours of 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for 3 different Saturdays: September 8, 15, and September 22nd. On all other dates not listed above in September 2012, Soak City Palm Springs Water Park will be closed.

October 2012 Hours


Soak City Palm Springs is open for the first bit of October 2012 before closing for the season.

The park will be open October 1st from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and October 2nd from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

October 3rd, 2012 to mid-March 2013



The Palm Springs Knott's Soak City Water Park is closed for the fall and winter season as of October 3rd, 2012, and will re-open mid-March 2013.

Competent adult supervision for children is recommended at all times, small children should not be left unattended at any time, not even for a minute, at the Palm Springs Knott's Soak City.

This info is deemed accurate but not guaranteed, and is provided as an information service only. All patrons use the water park at their own risk.

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Water Park Attractions & Deals


The Knotts Soak City Water Park in Palm Springs Ca offers fun in the sun for kids of all ages — vacation fun for everyone.

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Private cabanas are available for rent and are a great idea for birthdays, vacations or celebrations with family and friends. Cabana rentals begin at about $85.00 per day that provide for use of amenities such as cool-mist, inner tubes, chaise lounges and club chairs, and a table and full size umbrella - accommodating about 8 people in your group. For more information, phone the Palm Springs Water Park office at (760) 327-0499.

Food, Friends, Fun...
Catering & Food Service
Your Event at The Palm Springs Water Park


Private on-site catering-style food service is also available for your vacation, birthday or special celebration at Knott's Soak City water park in Palm Springs. Larger VIP cabanas that accommodate a groups of up to 12 are also available for daily rental.

Special Group Rates
and Special Deals Available


Groups such as youth groups, senior groups, birthday parties can find a spectacular discount for daily fun at the water park. How? Contact the main office at (760) 327-0499.
to provide the group information in advance of arrival and inquire about the Birthday Splash Bash package includes one free admission, one kid's meal, birthday cupcakes for each birthday guest and a surprise gift for the birthday girl or boy.

Reservations are required in advance for the special birthday package - at least 2 week prior to your desired celebration date. With a 4 week advanced registration, you will receive a guaranteed time and date to celebrate in the birthday zone, an area reserved exclusively for guests attending a scheduled birthday celebration. Birthday party invites are included in the 4 week advance reservation for the special birthday package. For more information, please call Knott's Soak City Water Park phone (760) 327-0499.



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Water Park Rides & Attractions



Here you'll find descriptions of the great variety of rides available at the Palm Springs Soak City Water Park.

Pacific Spin
This two to four person raft ride is a 132-foot long tunnel that drops 60 feet into a 70 foot funnel that concludes in a big splash of a waterfall curtain. For this ride, children must be at least four feet tall, 48" height requirement

Tidal Wave Tower
These two side-by-side speed slides that are 7 stories high! High gravity-defying speed slides.

Sea Snake
A 50 foot dark and slick tube slide.

Pipeline Point
Experience the Pipeline, Undertow, Wipeout on this hill. This hill includes three slides: An open body slide, and open tube slide, and an enclosed body slide. For this ride there is a 42" height requirement. If the child is betweeen 42"- 48" they must wear a Coast Guard approved P.F.D. (Personal Flotation Device).

Surf Rider Rapids
A 60 foot Multi-rider open raft ride.42" height requirement. If the child is betweeen 42"- 48" they must wear a Coast Guard approved P.F.D., Personal Flotation Device.

Rip Tide Reef
A big 800,000 gallon Wave Pool.
*A Lifejacket is required for anyone who is less than 48" in bare feet or is an inexperienced or non-swimmer.

Sunset River
A 600 ft. long Lazy River. A Lifejacket is required for anyone who is less than 48" in bare feet or is an inexperienced or non-swimmer.

Gremmie Lagoon
2 Kid's pint-sized slides and a splash pool. To use this pool and slide, the children must be less than 52"

Kahuna's Beach House
4-story interactive family funhouse with 5 water slides, hose jets, water curtains, a 1,000 gallon dropping bucket, and more!! A 40" height requirement for children for this attraction.


Food Shops & Snacks
at Soak City Water Park



Hodad's Sandwiches
Salads, sandwiches, burgers, and more!

Taco Stand
Tacos, burritos, nachos, and more!

BBQ
BBQ Grill. BBQ Chicken, Open select days and hours.

Ice Cream Shop
Tasty Ice Cream specialties, novelties, ice cream sundaes.

Drinks for Adults
Big Island Yacht Club
A poolside bar available in this special 21 and older area. Here you can have a drink and relax in the water. Open on select days only.

Shopping - Surf Shop
Seasonal clothing, merchandise and souvenirs are available here.

Snack Shack
Refreshment Stand offering Souvenirs and cold drinks.

Airbrush Tattoos
Many fun designs from temporary airbrush tattoos.

Midway Games
Duck Pluck. Choose a duck to pluck from the water and you win. Every duck is a winner!

Beachnik Basketball
Try your hand at shooting hoops like the NBA all-stars.

Men's Changing Room
At the Water Park, the mens changing room is called "Muscle Beach."

Women's Changing Room
is are called "Bikini Beach"

Locker Rentals
are available at Knott's Soak City in Palm Springs, Ca.

Water Park "at the Gate" walk-up Admission Prices

Full Day Regular - Ages 12 & up
$31.00
Full Day Junior - Ages 3-11
$19.99
Full Day Senior — 62 and up
$19.99

After 3pm Discount Admission

All Ages - $19.99
Southern California Resident Regular*
Ages 12 & Up - $25.99
Southern California Resident Junior
Ages 3-11- $19.99
Southern California Resident Senior
62+ - $19.99

Water Park - Parking Rates, All-Day Parking
Regular Lot — $9.00
Preferred Lot — $15.00


Pricing subject to change without notice.
* Must show proof of residency in zip codes 90000-93599.
Please note, no other discounts or coupons will be accepted in
conjunction with the $19.99 Junior admission price.
Credit Cards accepted for admission and at most shops and restaurants
(Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, Diner's Club, and JCB).

At the Palm Springs water park, Knott's Soak City, adult supervision for children is recommended at all times: small children should not be left unattended at any time, not even for a minute.

Many of the Palm Springs Knott's Soak City Water Park rides have height requirements for children of either 42 inches tall or 48 inches tall. For some rides at the water park, if the child is between 42 inches tall and 48" inches tall they are required to wear a Coast Guard approved P.F.D. personal flotation device.

Smoking at Knott's Soak City Water Park


Smoking is permitted in designated areas only.

Important Notice


Information about Knott's Soak City is provided as a convenience only. This is not a recommendation or an endorsement rather info provided for information purposes only for Palm Springs tourists. Adult supervision is highly recommended at all times plus supervision is recommended at all times for non-swimmers in your group. Small children and non-skilled-wimmers should wear a PFD floatation device at all times.

Southern California
Additional Knott's Soak City
Water Park Locations


There are two other Knott's water parks in California, in addition to Knott's Soak City in Palm Springs, California.

"Knott's Soak City-Orange County" is a seasonal water park offering more than 20 water rides and attractions. South of San Diego in Chula Vista, California is "Knott's Soak City-San Diego," a seasonal water park that features more than 20 water rides and attractions.







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