Rock River Rapids Aquatic Center

Rock River Rapids Aquatic Center Rock River Rapids is the premier water park in south central Kansas! We open on Memorial Day. Concessions available. every day.
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Bring your family and friends to spend a day splashing, soaking, sliding and sunning yourself as you enjoy our park amenities. Call to schedule a birthday party during park hours, or ask about private event rentals. Rock River Rapids Season Passes are $75 per person. If purchased January 2-May 31, 2022 season passes are discounted 10% and are $67.50 per person. Purchase at www.rockriverrapids.com

or in person at Rock River Rapids, the Derby Recreation Center or Oaklawn Activity Center. Military season passes are $60 per person (ID required). Daily Admission Rates:
0-2: FREE
3-17: $9
18-59: $10
60+ : $9

Admission is $5 per person after 5 p.m. (no coupons or discounts can be used)

We had a blast celebrating the beginning of the 2026-27 school year at the Back to School Splash last week with DMS and ...
08/17/2026

We had a blast celebrating the beginning of the 2026-27 school year at the Back to School Splash last week with DMS and DNMS students!

We hope you all had a dog-splashing good time at Rock River Rapids Pooch Pool Party today! See you guys again next year....
08/15/2026

We hope you all had a dog-splashing good time at Rock River Rapids Pooch Pool Party today! See you guys again next year. Thanks again to El Paso Animal Hospital for sponsoring this event!

Tomorrow is the Pooch Pool Party from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Rock River Rapids! For just $5, paid at the gate, dogs can sp...
08/14/2026

Tomorrow is the Pooch Pool Party from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Rock River Rapids! For just $5, paid at the gate, dogs can splash in the pool and compete in contests. Only people 16 years and older will be allowed in the water. No aggressive dogs or females in heat will be allowed to ensure the safety of everyone attending. Thanks to El Paso Animal Hospital for sponsoring this event!

Just a reminder that the Back to School Splash for Derby Middle School and Derby North Middle School students is happeni...
08/13/2026

Just a reminder that the Back to School Splash for Derby Middle School and Derby North Middle School students is happening TOMORROW, August 14, at Rock River Rapids!

From 5:30-7:30 p.m., students in 6th-8th grade can enjoy an evening of music, water fun and hanging out with friends for just $5. Please bring your student ID.

Please note that USD 260 rules will be enforced throughout the event.

Rock River Rapids will close for the season today, August 10, at 7 p.m. Thanks for another great summer!
08/10/2026

Rock River Rapids will close for the season today, August 10, at 7 p.m. Thanks for another great summer!

Next Saturday is our annual Pooch Pool Party at Rock River Rapids! Join us for a fun-filled event just for dogs and thei...
08/08/2026

Next Saturday is our annual Pooch Pool Party at Rock River Rapids! Join us for a fun-filled event just for dogs and their owners on Saturday, August 15, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission is $5, payable at the door. Only those ages 16+ will be allowed in the water. No aggressive dogs or females in heat will be allowed. Don't miss contests and plenty of four-legged fun! Thanks to our sponsor, El Paso Animal Hospital!

Join your Derby Middle School & Derby North Middle School friends for a night of music and fun at the Back to School Spl...
08/07/2026

Join your Derby Middle School & Derby North Middle School friends for a night of music and fun at the Back to School Splash! USD 260 students, 6th-8th grade, are invited to celebrate the beginning of the school year at Rock River Rapids on Friday, August 14, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. for just $5! Payment is accepted at the event. Wear your swimsuit to the bash. Please remember the USD 260 rules apply and will be enforced. Please bring your student ID.

Rock River Rapids will close for the season next Monday, August 10, at 7 p.m. There’s still time to enjoy the slides, la...
08/03/2026

Rock River Rapids will close for the season next Monday, August 10, at 7 p.m. There’s still time to enjoy the slides, lazy river, and soak up the sun while it lasts!

Today is National Lifeguard Appreciation Day! Please help us celebrate the incredible lifeguards and the entire Rock Riv...
07/31/2026

Today is National Lifeguard Appreciation Day! Please help us celebrate the incredible lifeguards and the entire Rock River Rapids team who help keep our park a safe place for everyone to enjoy all summer long.

Don't forget to stop by Rock River Rapids today to purchase a rubber duck lifeguard for $10 to support future lifeguards through the Derby Recreation Commission Endowment Fund!

Join your Derby Middle School and Derby North Middle School friends for a night of music and fun at Rock River Rapids! M...
07/30/2026

Join your Derby Middle School and Derby North Middle School friends for a night of music and fun at Rock River Rapids! Middle school students (6th-8th grade) are invited to the Back to School Splash on Friday, August 14, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. for only $5! Grab your swimsuit and get ready for an evening of fun with friends. Please bring your student ID and remember the USD 260 rules apply and will be enforced. Volunteer chaperones are always welcome and needed.

Address

1900 E James Street
Derby, KS
67037

Opening Hours

Monday 12:30pm - 7pm
Tuesday 12:30pm - 7pm
Wednesday 12:30pm - 7pm
Thursday 12:30pm - 7pm
Friday 12:30pm - 7pm
Saturday 12:30pm - 7pm
Sunday 12:30pm - 7pm

Telephone

(316) 788-3363

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