If the water shoe covers yourr entire foot , they will let you ride with them on. If it is a flip flop style, you will be asked to remove them. We just got back and the floor does get hot, plus the concrete has little bumps and imperfections (not smooth) so it hurts your feet. Water shoes are the way to go.

For a 2026 visit to Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon, the absolute best footwear choice is a pair of high-quality water shoes. While many guests go barefoot, the Florida sun can heat the concrete walkways to over 100°F, making the walk between slides feel like "hot lava." Additionally, the Typhoon Lagoon Surf Pool is famous for its rough, textured bottom which can easily scrape bare toes and heels when the massive 6-foot waves roll through. Water shoes provide the grip and protection needed for the wave pool and the stairs leading to the slides. If you prefer sandals, choose a secure brand like Tevas or Chacos that has a backstrap; flip-flops are often lost in the "Castaway Creek" lazy river. For most high-speed body slides, you may be asked to hold your shoes or tuck them under your arms, but for the general park experience, having a lightweight, quick-dry shoe is the primary "pro-tip" for 2026 visitors.