Title: Wild Rivers FAQ’s
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Blog Entry: Q. Where is the park located?
A. 8770 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92618, adjacent to the Irvine
Meadows Amphitheatre, just north of the El Toro "Y". From the 405 San
Diego Freeway, take the Irvine Center Drive exit south ½ mile. From the
I-5 Santa Ana Freeway, take the Bake Parkway exit to Irvine Center
Drive and go north one block. Q. What is there to do at Wild Rivers Waterpark?
A. Wild Rivers is a family amusement waterpark offering over 40 water
rides and attractions for all ages. There are slides, inner tube rides,
two wavepools, activity pools and lounging areas. The activities range
from exciting, fast and thrilling to scaled-down rides and attractions
for small children. Q. What items are not included in the General Admission price but may be rented? A. The
Rental Shack offers Thunder Cove bodyboards, inner tubes, and lockers
for all-day use. Bodyboards are available for $ 6 .00 to strong
swimmers who are at least 54 " tall . Inner
tubes are provided at each attraction requiring them, but may also be
rented for your exclusive use. Single tubes are $ 6.00 and
double tubes are $ 8 .00 Regularly sized lockers are $5.00 plus a
$1.00 refundable key deposit and large lockers are $9.00 plus a $1.00
refundable key deposit. Parking is $ 8 .00 per vehicle. Bus parking is
free for pre-registered groups. Although
some personal life vests and some flotation devices are not permitted
in the park, Wild Rivers provides these items as well as changing
facilities at no additional charge. Q. How old must you be to come to the park alone? A. Parental consent is advised on this; however, it is recommended that an adult accompany children under age 10. Q. Where are the closest hotels to Wild Rivers?
A. There are many hotels and motels close to Wild Rivers. In addition
to those listed below, there are many major hotels located near the
Orange County Airport (Hyatt, Marriott, Hilton, etc.) approximately 10
miles from the park. Staybridge Suites 2 Orchard Lake Forest, CA 92630 949-462-9500 www.staybridgesuites.com
Full Hot Buffet Breakfast included in the rate everyday. Light Dinner
Monday-Thursday with complimentary Beer, Wine and Soda, Complimentary
High Speed Wireless Internet Access, Pool, Jacuzzi and Sport Court 24
Fitness Center Doubletree Hotel - Irvine Spectrum 90 Pacifica, Irvine, CA 92618 949-471-8888 Embassy Suites Hotel - Irvine - Orange County Airport 2120 Main Street, Irvine CA 92614 949-553-8332 or 1-800-EMBASSY Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport 18700 Mac Arthur Blvd., Irvine, CA 92612 949-833-2770 Courtyard by Marriott 23175 Avenida de la Carlotta, Laguna Hills, CA 92653 800-321-2211 La Quinta Inn 14972 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, CA 92618 800-687-6667 Best Western 23072 Rockfield Blvd., Lake Forest CA 92630 949-458-1900 Q. Are credit cards and personal checks accepted to pay for admission?
A. For guest convenience, admission tickets may be purchased with VISA,
MasterCard, American Express, Discover and cash. ATMs are located
inside the park next to Trader Robbie's Gift Shop. Personal checks are
not accepted to pay for admission. Q. Can you leave the park and return the same day? A. Guests may obtain a hand stamp at the exit gate which will allow them to leave and return the same day. Q. Are facilities available for handicapped guests?
A. General entrance and exit facilities are available for handicapped
guests. There is limited access to several rides and attractions. Some
attractions do not have access for handicapped guests; however, our
staff will make every reasonable effort to accommodate handicapped
guests within our safety guidelines. Q. Is picnicking permitted in the park?
A. Although personal food and beverage items are not permitted inside
the park, picnic facilities for guests with personal food items are
provided in an area adjacent to the exit gate on a first-come,
first-served basis. Barbecues, alcoholic beverages and glass containers
are prohibited. Q. Are there food stands at the park?
A. Food and beverage facilities are located throughout the park.
Colonel Hawkins' Outpost offers sandwiches, french fries, snacks and
beverages by Pepsi. Congo Café offers freshly baked pizza, fried
chicken, chicken strips, sandwiches and salads. The Sweet Shop offers a
variety of ice cream treats, funnel cakes, and candy. Q. What about Water Safety, First Aid and Lost and Found facilities?
A. Wild Rivers staffs lifeguards who are certified by the American Red
Cross in lifeguard training, CPR and first aid. A complete First Aid
Station is centrally located in the park and is staffed by an EMT. Lost
and Found is located near the main entrance to the park and is open
during park operating hours only.
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