FAQs

Is River Ranch open to the general public ?
Although River Ranch caters to groups and civic organizations, the facility is open to individuals and families on select dates. During the summer months, a list of our Community Sunday dates will be posted on the Water Park’s homepage. This page is updated frequently so be sure to check back often for these dates. Community Sundays are generally once a month (dates on the homepage) and there is no reservation necessary to attend. This is a great time for families to come and enjoy the water park at a discounted rate. 

Who can use River Ranch?
River Ranch is available to any group (religious, schools, civic, family reunions, birthday parties, corporate picnics, etc.). River Ranch operates with a family/Christian atmosphere and we request modest bathing suits be worn. We would also like to ask that our guests abstain from using profanity and that no alcohol be brought on the premises.  Smoking is permitted outside of the water park gate and in designated areas of Kulaqua.  A reservation must be made to use the facility.

Is River Ranch only open to church groups?
River Ranch is available to any group (religious, civic, family reunion, birthday parties, corporate, etc). A reservation must be made to use the facility.

Can I bring my family to River Ranch for the day?
Although River Ranch is not open to the general public, family groups are welcome.  Contact Reservation Central for availability.

During the summer months, a list of our Community Sunday dates will be posted on the Water Park’s homepage. This page is updated frequently so be sure to check back often for these dates. Community Sundays are generally once a month (dates on the homepage) and there is no reservation necessary to attend.This is a great time for families to come and enjoy the water park at a discounted rate.

Can I bring my own food into River Ranch?
Yes, we only ask that you do not bring glass containers into the park.

Is alcohol allowed at River Ranch?
No, alcoholic beverages are not allowed at River Ranch or Camp Kulaqua.

Can I bring my own flotation device (raft) to River Ranch?
River Ranch provides inner-tubes for guests to use free of charge. Because we are committed to providing the safest facility possible, we require all flotation devices be approved by a staff member prior to use at River Ranch. Please note: Water-wing type devices are not permitted at River Ranch. However, life jackets are available upon request and are free of charge.

Can I reserve an area for my group?
Yes, we have 3 separate picnic areas that may be reserved in advance.  Arrangements can be made with Reservations Central.

Will there be other groups at River Ranch along with my group?
River Ranch can accommodate up to around 600 people. If you have over 350 people in your group, you may have exclusive use of the facility.

Do I have to pay admission to enter and watch my children at River Ranch if I do not plan to swim?
In order to truly control access to River Ranch, everyone who enters the facility must pay the admission fee.