The park's Lightning Run coaster is noted for its 80-degree drop and multiple airtime hills.
Hurricane Bay features a 750,000-gallon wave pool named Big Surf.
The park's wooden coaster, Thunder Run, opened in 1990 and was designed by the Dinn Corporation.
During the autumn season, the park hosts 'Halloween at Kentucky Kingdom' with themed attractions.
The park is situated on land owned by the Kentucky State Fair Board.
Kentucky Kingdom & Hurricane Bay is a combined amusement and water park located in Louisville, Kentucky. The property features over 70 rides, including several high-intensity roller coasters and a dedicated Hurricane Bay water park area. The park spans roughly 67 acres adjacent to the Kentucky Exposition Center. Its roller coaster collection includes T3, Lightning Run, and the wooden roller coaster Thunder Run. The Hurricane Bay water park section is included with general park admission. The park contains a designated children's area called King Louie’s Playland. It operates as a seasonal attraction with infrastructure designed for both dry thrill rides and aquatic recreation.
The plaza area providing a clear view of the Lightning Run roller coaster's first drop.
Bring a waterproof bag for your phone and wallet to use in the Hurricane Bay water park section.
Arrive early in the day to secure a shaded seating area in the water park, as these fill up quickly.
Download the park map ahead of your visit to navigate between the dry ride area and the water park efficiently.
Do not attempt to walk between the water park and the dry park without footwear, as the asphalt becomes very hot during summer.
Operates seasonally from spring through early autumn; typically closed on weekdays during the school year.
Proper swim attire is required for all water slides and pools; shirts and shoes must be worn in the dry ride sections.
