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Wild WaterDome Indoor Waterpark

190 Gists Creek Rd, Sevierville, TN 37876, USA

Overview

Category:Indoor Water Parks
Location:Memphis, TN

Expert Summary

Detailed Insights

Wild WaterDome is a family-friendly indoor waterpark offering a wide array of slides, a great wave pool, and unique features like the Kaleidoscope Lazy River and Washout Mountain. Renting a cabana significantly enhances the experience by providing comfortable seating and privacy. While the food and drinks are generally overpriced and underwhelming, the park consistently delivers high fun factor for kids, often considered the highlight of a vacation. Staff are also noted for their exceptional, compassionate care during emergencies.

Key Highlights

  • Exceptional staff responsiveness and care during medical emergencies (e.g., heat-related reaction) including providing electrolyte drinks and monitoring.
  • Cabana rentals are highly recommended and considered 'well worth the cost' for comfort, seating, and privacy.
  • Wide variety of waterslides, including specific mentions of 'Washout Mountain' and a 'Kaleidoscope Lazy River' which are highlights.
  • Great wave pool and a unique hot tub with indoor/outdoor sections.
  • Kids consistently report having 'the best time' and 'a blast', making it a high-satisfaction venue for children.

Standout Features

  • Cabana rental for a private, comfortable base within the waterpark.
  • Wide variety of waterslides, including thrill rides like Washout Mountain.
  • Kaleidoscope Lazy River (highlighted as 'so much fun').
  • Large wave pool.
  • Hot tub with both indoor and outdoor sections, covered by a dome.
  • Pool basketball.
  • Arcades (available at the connected Windom hotel/resort).

Perfect For

Excellent for school-aged children and pre-teens who enjoy waterslides and active play (implied by 'kids had a blast', 'my son had the best time', 'kids love this place').
The 'lot of stairs' for waterslides might be challenging for very young children or those with mobility issues, suggesting a better fit for children able to climb independently and repeatedly.
Teens would likely enjoy the variety of slides and active features like pool basketball.

Ideal For

Families seeking a full day of indoor water fun, especially with school-aged children and pre-teens.
Parents looking for a comfortable and private base within the waterpark (with a cabana rental).
Families staying at the connected Windom hotel, leveraging its amenities and shuttle service.
A special treat or highlight of a family vacation.
Those who prioritize their children's enjoyment above all else, as kids consistently love the experience.

💡Pro Tips from Reviews

  • Strongly consider renting a cabana for comfort, privacy, and a designated resting spot.
  • If possible, visit midweek for a 'good deal' and potentially fewer crowds.
  • Be prepared for a significant amount of stair climbing to access many waterslides.
  • Manage expectations for food and drink quality and value; consider eating elsewhere or bringing snacks if allowed (not explicitly stated).
  • Verify which sections of the waterpark are open upon arrival to avoid disappointment.
  • If staying at the Windom hotel, utilize the shuttle service and explore their 'delicious food' and arcades as an alternative to waterpark offerings.

Things to Consider

  • Food is 'not very impressive' and drinks 'definitely weren't worth the cost'.
  • One section of the waterpark was closed off for an entire day during a visit.
  • Ladies' restroom had only one sink with hand soap available across two days.
  • Be prepared to climb 'a lot of stairs' to access waterslides.
  • Experienced a wait for check-in even when arriving late in the day (4 pm).

Price & Value

Day passes are available, and a family of four found it to be a 'really good deal,' especially when visiting midweek. Cabana rentals are explicitly stated as 'well worth the cost' for the privacy alone. However, the waterpark's internal food and drinks are considered expensive and 'not worth the cost'.

Accessibility & Special Needs

  • Exceptional staff care for medical situations: Staff responded immediately to a heat-related reaction, moved the guest to a cooler, shaded area, provided electrolyte drinks, monitored condition, and stayed until recovery. This indicates strong support for unexpected medical needs.
  • No specific structural accessibility for disabilities (e.g., wheelchair ramps for slides) was mentioned in the reviews. The 'lot of stairs' for waterslides might be a barrier.

🍎Food & Drink Policy

  • Waterpark food is described as 'not very impressive' and drinks 'definitely weren't worth the cost'.
  • Review 3 mentions 'delicious food' available at the Windom hotel (accessible via shuttle), implying better dining options are available nearby but separate from the immediate waterpark offerings.
  • No explicit policy on outside food or drinks was mentioned.

🚗Parking Info

  • Not directly mentioned for the waterpark. Review 3 mentions guests taking a shuttle from the Windom hotel, suggesting parking might be associated with the hotel/resort complex rather than a dedicated waterpark lot.

👥Crowd Levels

  • It is implied that visiting 'midweek' offers a 'good deal', which often correlates with lower crowd levels compared to weekends.
  • Review 3 states 'People from all over come to visit,' indicating general popularity and potential for crowds.

🛡️Safety Features

  • Staff demonstrated immediate, professional, and compassionate response to a guest experiencing a sudden heat-related reaction, including providing a cool area, electrolyte drinks, and continuous monitoring.
  • Overall staff professionalism and care are highlighted as exceptional.

When to Avoid

  • If high-quality, reasonably priced food and beverages are a priority for your waterpark experience.
  • If you or your children have difficulty climbing many stairs repeatedly.
  • Expecting all sections of the waterpark to be operational without checking in advance.
  • If restroom hygiene, specifically consistent hand soap availability, is a critical concern.
  • Potentially busy weekend days, as midweek visits are recommended for value.

Pricing/Package/Events

Pricing & Packages

Golf Stay & Play Package

Includes discounted lodging and greens fees, plus waterpark access for each registered guest.

Includes:
  • Discounted lodging
  • Greens fees (18 holes at The Highlands or The River championship courses)
  • Cart
  • Waterpark access

Stay and Arcade Card Package

Starting At $164 Per Night

Duration: Per Night

Includes lodging and a $50 arcade card each night of your stay. Waterpark access is included with an overnight stay.

Includes:
  • Lodging
  • $50 Arcade Card Each Night
  • Waterpark access (with overnight stay)

Adventure Forest Fun Pass

$29.95

Fun Pass for Adventure Forest attractions.

Events & Schedule

Special Events(Last 2 months - Next 6 months)

Monty’s Memorial Day Party

Saturday, May 25th from 12 pm – 2 pm

Includes treats and activities/dancing with Monty.

🍎Food Policy

  • Gluten Free Menu available at various dining locations.

🛡️Safety Policy

  • Ridge Runner Watercoaster: Minimum rider height of 36″, Maximum rider weight: 350lbs.
  • Rocky Top Glider Cloud Coaster (Adventure Forest): Minimum height 42”, Maximum height 76″, Maximum weight (not specified).
  • Tree Top Tower Ropes Course (Adventure Forest): Minimum Accompanied Height 42”.

📅Booking Policy

  • Day Passes: Only a limited number of passes are available for purchase each day. Passes can be purchased online (recommended) or by visiting Guest Service located in the Arcade.
  • Cabana Rental: You must be a registered guest or have already purchased a Day Pass to book a cabana.
  • Golf Packages: Book by emailing [email protected] or calling 877-325-9453.
Information extracted from official website • Last updated: Sep 29, 2025

What People Say

What's Great

  • Fun and entertaining activities (mentioned in 2 reviews)
  • Spacious play areas (mentioned in 2 reviews)

Areas for Improvement

  • Parking can be challenging (mentioned in 3 reviews)

Recent Reviews

Stephanie

Stephanie

2 weeks ago

Exceptional Staff & Thoughtful Care This was our family’s first stay at the resort and visit to the water park. While waiting in line for the water slide, I experienced a sudden heat-related reaction — dizziness, weakness, and loss of balance. It was scary and unexpected. The staff responded immediately and with such professionalism and care. They brought me to a cooler, shaded area, provided electrolyte drinks, monitored my condition, and stayed with me until I felt better. What touched me most was their kindness — they were calm, respectful, and incredibly patient, even though the situation could have felt embarrassing. Thanks to their support, I was able to recover in a safe and reassuring environment. We are truly grateful for how the team handled everything. Despite the unexpected event, we had a wonderful stay and would gladly come back. This experience showed us that the staff here are not only professional, but genuinely compassionate.

Kelly Z

Kelly Z

4 months ago

We didn’t stay at the resort, but we did purchase day passes. Renting a cabana for one of the days was an awesome experience! The chairs and seating were incredibly comfortable. The waterpark itself is fantastic, with a wide variety of waterslides to choose from. The wave pool was great, and one part of the hot tub is indoors while the other section goes outdoors into a dome, keeping you covered. The kaleidoscope lazy river was a highlight—so much fun! The food was not very impressive, and the drinks definitely weren’t worth the cost. One section was closed off the entire day, which was unfortunate, but luckily we were able to experience Washout Mountain the next day—what a blast! Additionally, in the ladies’ room, only one sink had hand soap available across both days we visited. I’m giving it five stars because my son had the best time, and that’s what truly matters. Be prepared to climb a lot—seriously, a lot of stairs—to get to the waterslides!

Durgeshwarimisra Misra

Durgeshwarimisra Misra

2 months ago

The waterpark at the Windom hotel is absolutely fantastic! People from all over come to visit, and my kids had a blast there. We always take the shuttle from the hotel to enjoy their delicious food, fun arcades, and so much more.

Scott Catoe

Scott Catoe

a week ago

Ok, this was the highlight of our vacation so far! We got the day pass for a family of four. Absolute best service experience of our vacation from the two ladies that work at the turnstile that lets you in! We rented a cabana, well worth the cost of it, just for the privacy alone. But my kids then spent the next 9 hours going on all the slides, playing pool basketball, floating down the lazy river, and just having a great day. It's a really good deal, especially when you go midweek. What a great day!

T “Lil Bit” Henderson

T “Lil Bit” Henderson

a month ago

My kids love this place. It has done a lot of upgrades since the last time I was there. Only issue was we got there at 4 an still had to wait before we could check in.

Contact Information

190 Gists Creek Rd, Sevierville, TN 37876, USA

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Opening Hours

Monday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Quick Stats

Overall Rating
4.5
Total Reviews1421
Recent Reviews5