Cowabunga Bay Waterpark in Henderson to Close Permanently

The waterpark at 900 Galleria Drive will not reopen for the 2027 summer season.

Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Theme Parks

Screen-print poster illustration of a solitary water slide in a desert setting, evoking the closure of a local recreational park. — Cowabunga Bay waterpark in Henderson has officially closed, as the ownership group consolidates its waterpark operations at the Summerlin-based Cowabunga Canyon. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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The ownership group behind Cowabunga Bay has announced the permanent closure of the Henderson waterpark facility. Operations will now be consolidated at the sister park, Cowabunga Canyon in Summerlin.

Why it matters

This closure signals a strategic shift for the organization to concentrate its resources and waterpark operations on the Summerlin location. The move ends the park's tenure in the Henderson area.

The Henderson facility, which originally opened in 2014, will officially remain shuttered following the announcement. The site at 900 Galleria Drive will no longer serve as a destination for seasonal waterpark operations.

The players

Cowabunga Bay

A waterpark facility that served the Henderson community since its opening in 2014.

Cowabunga Canyon

A sister waterpark located in Summerlin that will now host the organization's primary regional operations.

The details

The decision to shutter the park means visitors will no longer have access to the Henderson location starting with the upcoming summer season. The ownership group is prioritizing the development and operation of its Summerlin-based property moving forward.

The park originally opened to the public in 2014.
The ownership group announced the permanent closure on October 26, 2026.
The facility will not reopen for the 2027 summer season.

Travel Outlook

This move mirrors the consolidation of regional theme park assets often seen when operators shift focus to newer, more profitable locations. It highlights a pivot away from maintaining multiple aging venues in favor of single, centralized hubs.

Residents and tourists who previously frequented the 900 Galleria Drive location will need to adjust their summer plans to visit the Summerlin facility instead. Visitors should account for the increased travel distance to the new park when planning their seasonal excursions.

The takeaway

Families looking for waterpark entertainment in the area will now need to route their trips to the Summerlin location. Adjusting expectations early can help prevent logistical issues for those used to the Henderson facility.