Amity · Water ride
Tidal Wave
Massive shoot-the-chutes water ride ending in an explosive 85-foot splashdown.
Closed now
Water ride
High thrill
48"
min height
Visitor rating★ 2.01 rating
Before you ride
Severe soaking is extremely likely.
Expert tip (Nov 2026)
If you want to stay dry, avoid the bridge viewing area too—the splash reaches spectators.
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Tidal Wave stats
Tidal Wave is a 85-foot water ride at Thorpe Park that reaches 45 mph and drops 85 feet. It was built by Hopkins Rides, opened in 2000 and lasts about 4 minutes. Riders must be at least 48 inches tall.
- Type
- Water ride
- Manufacturer
- Hopkins Rides
- Model
- Shoot the Chutes
- Opened
- 2000
- Track length
- 900 ft
- Top speed
- 45 mph
- Height
- 85 ft
- Drop
- 85 ft
- Duration
- 4 min
- Height requirement
- 48 in
💡 Fun facts
- 85 ft final drop
- Shoot-the-chutes boat ride
Reviews
Do not ride on any day below 20°C, or have a change of socks and shoes. Dealer's choice.