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AN EXCITING BODY SLIDE WITH
TWISTS & TURNS

A Great Wolf favorite, Otter Run is a high-speed body slide full of thrills! With quick turns through a downhill rush, this tunnel-filled ride provides excitement for more adventurous members of the pack.

Sensory Level & Participant Guidelines 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation
7
Touch
  • Must be able to maintain body position on slide
  • Fast moving body slide
  • Immersion at end of slide
2
Taste
  • Low impact on this sense throughout the attraction
  • Potential to ingest water
5
Sound
  • Background noise consisting of rushing water and other quests
4
Smell
  • Scent of chlorine prominent
5
Sight
  • Bright colors
  • Riders move quickly down slide as scenery rushes
  • Transition from darkness to bright light
  • Twists and turns 

Safety Requirements

Safety Requirements

Instructions

Instructions

Universal Water Slide Rules

Universal Water Slide Rules

Failure to abide by these rules may result in injury to yourself and others and could result in removal from the water park.

Otter Run HOURS
*Hours are subject to change.
Location: Indoor Water Park
adults
family
teens
children
Ride Type Icon
Indoor
High Thrill Level Icon
High Thrill
Height Icon
Min. 48"
Weight Icon
Max. 300 Pounds

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