OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark
Waterpark enthusiasts, get ready to add Oklahoma City to your travel itinerary! The highly anticipated OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark, a $400 million project by the Chickasaw Nation, is set to make a big splash when it opens in spring 2025. This one-of-a-kind resort promises thrilling water slides, an expansive indoor and outdoor waterpark, unique cultural experiences, and more, making it a must-visit for families and waterpark lovers alike.
A Waterpark Like No Other
OKANA’s indoor waterpark is truly impressive, boasting over 100,000 square feet of aquatic fun. The indoor park will feature 15 water slides, including exhilarating body slides, tube slides, and raft slides. For younger visitors, there will be smaller, kid-friendly slides. Visitors can enjoy a wave pool, a lazy river, and an adults-only pool, as well as cabanas for a little relaxation between water adventures.
But the excitement doesn’t stop indoors. Outdoors, the resort will unveil a 4.5-acre adventure lagoon—one of the largest in the U.S. This area will open in early May and feature additional slides, an inflatable obstacle course, and a unique “fly pool,” where guests can zipline over the water and drop into the pool below. The lagoon will also feature a sandy beach, cabanas, and a swim-up bar, perfect for adults looking to unwind.
Special Promotions and Reservations
As OKANA gears up for its grand opening, the resort is already accepting room reservations for stays beginning April 1, 2025. In celebration of this milestone, OKANA has launched a “First Wave” booking promotion, offering up to 55% off room rates for select dates between April and August 2025. This limited-time offer ends on October 31, 2024, so prospective visitors will need to act quickly to secure these discounted rates.
More Than Just a Waterpark
In addition to its expansive waterpark, OKANA Resort offers a variety of entertainment options for visitors of all ages. The resort will feature a family entertainment center complete with arcade games, a variety of event spaces, and dozens of dining options, ranging from a modern taqueria to a smokehouse specializing in barbecue and bourbon. Waterpark concessions will provide everything from burgers to Asian street food and Hawaiian shaved ice.
For those interested in culture, OKANA’s location next to the First Americans Museum (FAM) makes it a perfect destination to learn about Native American history and art. The museum, which shares the stories of 39 First American Nations, is a 175,000 square-foot space featuring educational exhibits, a Native-inspired restaurant, and a store with handmade goods from First American artists. According to Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby, the resort has been designed to complement the museum’s cultural focus and connect visitors with other entertainment options along the Oklahoma River.
Oklahoma City’s Growing Water Adventure Scene
OKANA Resort is poised to further establish Oklahoma City as a prime destination for water-related fun. Oklahoma City is already home to Riversport Rapids, a popular $45.2 million whitewater rafting and kayaking center. Visitors flock to Riversport to experience Class II to IV rapids, along with additional activities such as surfing, tubing, and stand-up paddleboarding.
With OKANA’s upcoming debut, the city’s reputation as a water adventure hotspot is sure to grow. OKANA also joins a thriving waterpark industry. According to a report by Hospitalitynet, the number of waterparks in the U.S. and Canada reached 1,222 in early 2024, with 26 new properties opening in 2023. The report highlights trends such as surf parks and man-made swimming lagoons, which continue to fuel the popularity of waterparks across the country.
A Bright Future for OKANA and Oklahoma City
The future looks bright for OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark and its place in Oklahoma City’s entertainment landscape. With its combination of waterpark thrills, cultural experiences, and family-friendly attractions, OKANA is set to become one of the region’s top vacation destinations. Whether you’re looking to zipline into a pool, relax by a lagoon, or explore Native American culture, OKANA has something for everyone.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the first wave of visitors to this exciting new resort. With room reservations already available and the special booking promotion in place, now is the perfect time to start planning your OKANA adventure.