The theme of Blizzard Beach, open in 1995, is "melting" ski resort. The story holds that Blizzard Beach was a result of a freak snowstorm in the area. Out of the waterlogged ski resort that was being built a water park was created. Most of the park's attractions are found on Mount Gushmore. Mount Gushmore is split into three colored slopes: Green, Red and Purple. At Ground Level you can find Melt-Away Bay at the base of Mount Gushmore, which is constantly being fed by "melting snow" waterfalls. All water areas are heated with the exception of the melting snow in the ice cave of Cross Country Creek. Cross Country Creek is a lazy river which travels the perimeter of the park and through a bone-chilling ice cave. It takes anywhere from 20-30 minutes to complete Cross Country Creek.
The theme of Typhoon Lagoon, open in 1989, is storm ravaged tropical bay. The story of the park is that a typhoon wreaked havoc on a formerly pristine tropical paradise. "Miss Tilly", a shrimp boat impaled upon a mountain named "Mount Mayday" which erupts a geyser of water every 30 minutes, is the centerpiece of the park. Typhoon Lagoon is home to the world's largest wave pool, and features waves up to six feet high. The park also features a special area where guests can snorkel among live sharks and other tropical fish. Water is heated to 75-80 degrees year round, excluding the snorkeling area. The river raft ride, Castaway Creek, lets guests meander through rain forests, caves, open grottos, waterfalls and a waterworks area. Hideaway Bay is a sandy white beach area which features a water coaster and a wading pool area. In this area guests can rent premium beach chair space which includes 2 lounge chairs, umbrella, cocktail table and 2 towels.
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