LAKE INFLATABLE PARK

Lake Inflatable Water Park, Junior Water Park, Splash Pad & Cliff Jumping in Wake Forest

General Description

The lake inflatable water park is the centerpiece activity at Fantasy Lake Adventure Park in Wake Forest, NC. This floating water playground sits out on the quarry lake and gives guests a chance to climb, slide, jump, balance, swing, splash, and work their way across a big inflatable obstacle course. For younger children, Fantasy Lake also offers a junior water park, kid zone, and splash pad-style area designed for smaller guests who are not quite ready for the main inflatable course. The park also includes a designated cliff-jumping or X-Tower-style water feature for visitors who meet the safety and height requirements.

What Makes It Special

What makes the water park special is the setting. Instead of being a standard pool-based waterpark, Fantasy Lake places the whole experience on a real quarry lake with clear water, sandy areas, rock walls, and a natural outdoor feel. The main inflatable park gives older kids, teens, and adults a more active challenge, while the junior water park and splash pad help families with younger children enjoy the same location without leaving anyone out. The cliff-jumping / X-Tower-style feature adds an extra thrill for confident swimmers who want something more adventurous than the floating inflatables.

Season & Hours

Fantasy Lake’s waterpark season typically runs during the warmer months, generally opening in mid-May and operating into late summer or early fall, depending on weather and seasonal scheduling. For the 2026 season, the park has listed an opening day of May 16, with weekend-only operations beginning around late August and the final open day planned for late September. Current posted waterpark hours are generally Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Saturday through Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Waterpark sessions are usually organized into timed blocks, commonly including morning, midday, afternoon, and late-afternoon sessions. Because hours can change based on weather, staffing, season, and special events, visitors should always check the current online schedule before heading out.

Pricing

Current posted waterpark pricing shows the main inflatable water park pass for ages 5 and older at around $45 for a 2-hour session, $70 for a half-day / 4-hour session, and $89.99 for an all-day pass. The junior water park pass for younger children is listed at around $25 for a 2-hour session, $45 for a half-day / 4-hour session, and $75 for an all-day pass. A non-waterpark admission option has also been listed around $15 for guests who are entering the park but not participating in the inflatable water park.

All-day passes and certain ticket types may only be available on specific days, especially weekends, so guests should confirm pricing and availability when booking online. Prices can change from season to season, so the online ticket portal is the best place to verify the current rate.

Booking Information

Guests should purchase passes online before arriving. Everyone entering the park must complete the online waiver, and visitors are encouraged to arrive about 30 minutes before their scheduled session so they have time to check in, get ready, and receive any necessary instructions.

For the main waterpark, guests should be comfortable in the water and able to swim. Life jackets are required for water activities, and Fantasy Lake provides them rather than allowing guests to bring their own.

Need to Know Before Going

Waterpark guests should wear family-friendly swimwear and consider wearing aqua socks or water shoes. Outside food and drinks are allowed, but glass, alcohol, and grilling are not permitted. Pets are not allowed. Recreational swimming is not allowed without the proper activity pass, and guests need to stay in the correct designated areas.

For cliff jumping or the X-Tower-style feature, visitors should pay close attention to lifeguard instructions. Jumping areas may have height requirements, one-person-at-a-time rules, and restrictions against flipping, diving, running, pushing, or horseplay. Availability may depend on weather, staffing, and park safety decisions.