FAQ

For updated information regarding hours of operation at Margaritaville at Lanier Islands, please click here.  

We do not have any public telephones available for use.

We have handicap parking available in all of our parking lots. Please note, most attractions require the use of stairs.

You may call our Guest Relations team at 470-323-3440 for information regarding weather-related closures. 

Yes. For lost and found items, see the attendant at the information booth.

We do not have a paging or PA system.

Yes, Wi-Fi is available in most areas of the water park. Please use the IslandsGuest network.

Yes! We have sunscreen available for purchase at all of our gift shops.

Lanier Islands Resort charges a $20.00 daily gate and parking fee for every vehicle that visits the resort. Resort access/parking is included with our summer and winter season passes and annual passes.

The water park opens on May 14th.

The Water Park opens at 11 am. Closing times can vary by date. For complete times, visit the hours of operation page.

We are located at 7650 Lanier Islands Parkway, Buford GA 30518. You can reach our info line at 470-323-3440.

You can view our map HERE. There are maps available throughout the park at the admission gates, gift shops, and info center.

You may visit the various pages on the website to find information on our events and hours of operation.

Visit our events calendar for upcoming events. We add performances throughout the season, so be sure to check back often. View Calendar here.

Yes! If you would like to book a birthday package with water park tickets and food options, please contact our reservations team at 470-323-3440.

You may bring your own tent or canopy, a max size of 10X10, to use on the beach if it is unobtrusive to other guests and does not interfere with their enjoyment of the park.

The Water Park at Margaritaville Lanier Islands is a cashless facility. We accept card payments only using a Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, or a debit card at all locations, including admission gates, retail stores, and food & beverage outlets. We accept Google and Apple Mobile pay at retail stores and food & beverage outlets (not available at admissions).

If you don’t have a payment card, cash-to-prepaid debit card kiosks are available in the park.

If you don't see your answer here, please call our team at (470) 323-3440.

Height and age requirements for attractions at Margaritaville at Lanier Islands vary. For specific information regarding each ride, please visit our Water Park page.

Please note the following changes to our Water Park and LandShark Landing: lake access for swimming is no longer available, but our general beach area will remain open. To learn more about available water activities, please visit our Water Park page. 

We have a total of eleven slides and six other attractions! Click here to explore things to do during your Margaritaville visit. 

All slides requiring tubes have tubes provided at each attraction. Personal floatation devices are not permitted within our water park.

The water temperature of the slides and wave pool fluctuate based on the weather condition, meaning the water will naturally adjust according to the climate. As for the water depth, it varies for each attraction. While some areas may have a depth of only a few inches, the Fin Dunker, in particular, reaches a depth of up to eight feet.

Parakeet Springs is an area exclusively designed for children under 48" tall. It features smaller slides, water attractions, and a scaled-down version of our wave pool, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for younger children. For winter amusement, our snow play areas are designed for guests of all ages. 

We have ten (10) water slides and ten (10) other attractions/areas. For more details on the types of slides we have, please visit here.

The water temperature fluctuates with the weather; the temperature is not regulated. The water depth varies for each attraction, varying from a few inches to eight feet at the Fin Dunker.

With the exception of high-volume days, loungers and sand chairs are provided at no cost on a first-come, first-served basis at Paradise Beach. For those seeking a guaranteed spot, lounge clusters can be rented for $30.00, including two chairs and one umbrella. Guests also have the option to bring their own chairs for added convenience.

Large umbrellas are located throughout the park and are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. If they are all in use, we have smaller umbrellas for a daily rate of $20.

You can store your personal items at Margaritaville at Lanier Islands with lockers next to the wave pool, Paradise Beach Rentals, and LandShark Landing. Prices range from $12-20 depending on the individual size.

The Water Park at Margaritaville Lanier Islands is a cashless facility. We accept card payments only using a Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, or a debit card at all locations, including admission gates, retail stores, and food & beverage outlets.

If you only have cash, you can convert it to a prepaid debit card at one of the reverse ATM kiosks at LandShark Landing and the Water Park's Lower Gate wave pool entrance. Please, click here if you would like to learn more about our accepted forms of payment. 

Yes, your water park admission is valid for the entire day. Unless your wristband is broken or altered, you may leave and return as you wish.

Children 2 years of age and younger are not required to have a ticket; they are free.

The water park does not issue rain checks or refunds for the inclement weather. It is advisable to view the local forecast prior to your visit. Outdoor attractions may be suspended in the event of heavy rains, high winds, and lightning. If the attractions have been suspended for longer than 90 minutes due to inclement weather, see an admission associate for further information.

Yes! You may purchase daily water park tickets at the group rate of $33.99 when you have a group of 15+. Please visit our ticket page for more information.

LandShark Landing and LandShark Bar & Grill are free to visit, except for holiday weekends and during special events. On these days, entry is $9.99. 

The Margaritaville at Lanier Islands Water Park offers a variety of ticket combinations. Visit our tickets page for information and prices on daily admission, season passes, and other options. Visit Tickets page here.

Yes, courtesy personal flotation devices (PFD) are available next to the wave pool at our main rentals location. They are first-come, first-served.

Yes, the first aid station is staffed with a certified EMT during park hours and is located next to Paradise Beach between Double Down and Splashdown attractions. 

It is recommended that an adult accompany anyone under the age of 16. After 6 PM, an adult must accompany minors under 18.

If you become separated from your child, you can notify any park associate or go to the information booth on the beach near the bathrooms at Paradise Beach. 

Smoking is permitted within designated areas only- Beach Bar and License to Chill Bar. All other areas of the park remain smoke (including vapor) and tobacco-free.

Aside from service animals, pets are only allowed in designated areas at LandShark Landing.

The health and safety of our guests and team members remains our number one priority. Please visit our Health & Safety Guidelines page to learn about our policies and procedures.

Cut-offs,  jewelry, shoes, jeans, denim, and clothing with rivets or metal attachments are prohibited. Some attractions do not allow for loose clothing, such as pants, t-shirts, or cover-ups, for safety reasons. Form-fitting rash guards or swim shirts are recommended instead of these items.

Yes, courtesy personal flotation devices (PFD) are available on a first-come, first-served basis next to the wave pool at our main rentals location.

Unless prior approval has been given, no external food or beverage items other than bottled water are permitted inside the Water Park. 

*If you have a dietary or medical food requirement that requires you to bring your food, please let our attendant at the gate know, and we will provide you with a designated medical cooler.

Yes! You can enjoy a meal at various locations throughout the park, from Shark Shack to Paradise Beach Cantina, Frank& Lola’s Pizzeria, License to Chill, and LandShark Landing. Smaller snacks are available at Bucky’s Snack Shack and ICEE Oasis.

Outside alcoholic beverages are not permitted at Margaritaville at Lanier Islands. If you want to purchase an alcoholic beverage, drinks are available at Tiki Hut, LandShark Landing, and License to Chill.

We offer a variety of food choices throughout the park. With concessions and restaurants offering options such as hamburgers and fries to chicken or pizza, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Visit our dining page for a list of dining options. View Dining page here.

There is a shuttle service for Legacy Lodge hotel guests to various locations around the resort. Margaritaville tram service begins mid-summer.

Vehicles that enter Lanier Islands must pay the $20 resort fee for parking, regardless of the duration of their stay. If you’re a season pass holder, parking is included when you present your season pass card to the attendant.

Yes! You can upgrade your daily admission by presenting your itemized receipt at our admission gates.

A Pre-K Season Pass is a FREE season pass for 3–5-year-old children to visit the Water Park for the 2023 summer season. The Pass must be processed at our Season Pass Center or with guest services with age-confirming documents such as a birth certificate, passport, or green card. The Pre-K Pass does not come with any additional perks or discounts.

To qualify for our FREE Pre-K Season Pass, children must be 3-5 years old during the 2023 summer season, and process their passes before they turn 6. Pass processing is when the child's picture is taken and the season pass card is printed.

Guests can get one Pre-K Season Pass for every two season passes purchased. Passes must be processed in person at our season pass center with age-confirming documents before passes can be used for the season.

Age-confirming documents include a birth certificate, passport, or green card. Originals, copies, and digital versions are acceptable if they are legible.

Yes, one Pre-K Season Pass can only be acquired by purchasing two regular season passes.

Both options are available.

Digital gift cards can be purchased online on our website – physical gift cards can be purchased at any gift shop located in the park.

Food, beverage, and retail items.

Yes, you can purchase gift cards in any denomination.

Yes, for digital cards. At the time of purchase it will allow you to put in a recipient's email, and there is also a spot to type a message.

Digital gift cards can be redeemed by entering the number at the outlets it's being used for, and physical gift cards are swiped. Gift cards are redeemable at all food, beverage and retail outlets operated by Margaritaville at Lanier Islands and additional participating outlets at Lanier Islands. Other outlets operated by third-party vendors do not accept Margaritaville at Lanier Islands gift cards.

Gift cards cannot be used for the following: online purchases or reservations; RV or campsite rentals; power or utility payments. Gift Cards are not redeemable for cash, and they are non-refundable.

No, gift cards can only be used inside the park.

Not at this time.

 Indefinitely. The gift cards do not expire.

Yes, to obtain a gift card balance, visit any participating outlet or call (470) 323-3440.

Gift Cards are not redeemable for cash or cash back from a purchase.

Margaritaville at Lanier Islands is not responsible for lost, stolen, or unauthorized gift card use. Cards should be treated as cash and cannot be replaced.

Margaritaville (brand) gift cards may be used at LandShark Bar & Grill. Lanier Islands gift cards can be redeemed at Margaritaville at Lanier Islands food, beverage and retail locations.