Boardwalk FAQ's

Do I need to wear a bathing suit to enjoy the Boardwalk attractions?
Yes, only appropriate swimwear is permitted on the attractions. Revealing bathing suits, shorts w/ rivets, snaps, zippers, metal ornamentation, cutoffs and jeans are not permitted. All eyeglasses must be secured with safety straps, and aqua shoes are not permitted on the body slides. Parents accompanying toddlers in the children’s play area must also wear bathing suits.

Why does Hersheypark have a queue line at the Boardwalk attractions?
At Hersheypark, your Safety and Security are our top priority! We have implemented some procedures that will help us to best operate the water attractions. Find out more.

Is smoking allowed in the Boardwalk area?
No. The Boardwalk at Hersheypark is totally smoke-free! View our Clean-Air Commitment.

Is there an additional fee to visit the Boardwalk attractions?
No, your one-price admission to Hersheypark includes all rides and entertainment.

Besides water attractions, what else does the Boardwalk section offer?
The Boardwalk section of the park also features 9 food locations, 6 games, 7 retail outlets, 2 changing areas and lockers.

Are Cabanas available for rental at the Boardwalk?
While Hershey Resorts Guests have the opportunity to reserve Cabanas first, the possibility exists for non-Hershey Resorts Guests to rent a Cabana. Please call 1-800-HERSHEY (437-7439)to check availability. Find out more!

What are the hours of operation for the Boardwalk?
The Boardwalk opens at 10:00. Go here for dates and times of operation.

Do guests need to know how to swim to enjoy the Boardwalk attractions
Select attractions do requre guests to swim and be able to hold their heads upright and have an appropriate center of gravity for bracing. Life jackets will be available free of charge on a first come-first served basis. The maximum water depth varies. Please refer to height restrictions for each attraction. You may bring your own lifejacket, as long as it is Coast Guard approved.

Riders will need to know how to swim to utilize the following attractions:

• The Shore (guests of the Miniatures, Hershey's Kisses, and Reese's Peanut Butter Cup height categories must wear life jackets and be accompanied by a responsible swimmer.)

Non-swimmers must be accompanied by a swimmer on the following attractions:

• Coastline Plunge
• Sandcastle Cove
• Bayside Pier (guests of the Miniatures, Hershey's Kisses, and Reese's Peanut Butter Cup height categories must wear life jackets and be accompanied by a responsible swimmer.)
• Intercoastal Waterway (guests of the Miniatures, Hershey's Kisses, and Reese's Peanut Butter Cup height categories must wear life jackets and be accompanied by a responsible swimmer.)
  

Guests are not required to swim on the following attractions:

• East Coast Waterworks
• Wave Rider

Outside wave boards, inner tubes, inflatable toys, or other inflatables including water wings or swimmies are not permitted.

Are diapers allowed in the boardwalk attractions?
Only waterproof diapers are allowed on the Boardwalk attractions. These are available in the Beachshop and other merchandise locations.

Will the Boardwalk area be open when it rains?
When severe weather is detected in the area, attractions will close temporarily until weather has cleared.