Splash into Summer: A Local’s Guide to Soaky Mountain Waterpark from Cedar Creek Hideaway RV
By Audrea & Adam Potter
By Audrea & Adam Potter
If you're craving thrills and relaxation in one place, Soaky Mountain Waterpark in Sevierville delivers. This relatively new, 50‑acre outdoor water park opened in 2020 and has quickly become a regional favorite for families and thrill‑seekers alike (visitsevierville.com).
This isn’t your average water park. The Avalaunch Watercoaster is a two‑person ride that propels you over hills and up a wall before plunging into whitewater—a rare experience you won’t find just anywhere (mysmokymountainguide.com). The Edge dueling watercoaster ups the ante with a three‑story mega‑drop and racing action (mysmokymountainguide.com).
Don’t miss the massive Soaky Surge wave pool—35,000 square feet of surfable waves up to six feet high (mysmokymountainguide.com). For a more active float, Black Bear Rapids replaces the lazy river with currents and rapids (mysmokymountainguide.com). There’s also a double FlowRider for body‑surfing fun and a floating obstacle course to test your balance (mysmokymountainguide.com).
Families with young children will love Boomer’s Bay—mini versions of the larger thrill rides—and The Hive, a zero‑depth, bee‑themed play area with slides and water features perfect for toddlers and preschoolers (mysmokymountainguide.com). Plus, pools are heated, making early‑ or late‑season visits more comfortable (mysmokymountainguide.com).
Soaky runs seasonally, generally from mid‑May through September, with hours that vary—check the official calendar before planning your day (mysmokymountainguide.com). The park is ADA‑accessible, with zero‑depth entries and pool lifts in key areas (mysmokymountainguide.com).
Outside food isn’t allowed—one factory‑sealed water bottle per guest is okay—but the park offers a range of dining options from tacos and cheesesteaks to milkshakes and cocktails (pigeonforge.com). Lockers are available for rent (roughly $13‑$21), and parking is a separate fee (pigeonforge.com). Re‑entry is allowed with a hand stamp, so you can retreat to Cedar Creek Hideaway RV for lunch or a nap (mysmokymountainguide.com).
After a day of slides, waves, and family fun, your quiet knoll‑top RV with its private yard, hot tub, fire pit, and outdoor TV feels like the perfect counterpoint. Just three miles away, Soaky offers the excitement—and Cedar Creek delivers the serenity.
Whether you're chasing thrills, cooling off with the kids, or just want a day of modern water‑park fun, Soaky Mountain Waterpark is a smart, splashy choice for your Sevierville escape.
Photos: Soaky Mountain Waterpark via Google Maps.