Why did Schlitterbahn change its name?

On May 1, 2018, IBC Bank took over ownership of the park at foreclosure auction. Schlitterbahn continued to operate it while a new owner was sought. The property was rebranded as Waves Resort Corpus Christi. After not operating during 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the park was closed.



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In 2018, the last operating season of the park, four attractions remained closed throughout the season after an audit by regulators found that each did not comply with the Kansas Amusement Ride Act. Demolition of Verrückt began in November 2018. The park did not open for the 2019 season.

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Schlitterbahn's outdoor water parks are seasonally operated, typically open from late April through mid-September, while its indoor locations operate year-round. Two parks are located in Texas.

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Schlitterbahn Sells New Braunfels, Galveston Water Parks In $261 Million Deal. Schlitterbahn said in a news release it sold a water park and resort in New Braunfels, Texas, and another property in Galveston, Texas, to Cedar Fair Entertainment Co.

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The owner of Schlitterbahn water parks in New Braunfels and Galveston has rejected an offer to be acquired by SeaWorld Entertainment Inc.

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Gentle swells, a rolling surf, and a maximum depth of four feet mean most of the family can enjoy The Beach Family Wave Pool.

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Cedar Fair signed a definitive agreement to acquire Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Resort New Braunfels and Schlitterbahn Waterpark Galveston in 2019, agreeing to pay more than $260 million for the two properties.

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The World's Best Waterpark, Schlitterbahn New Braunfels, provides a staggering variety of river rides, waterslides, and adventures from mild to wild. Resort is open for year-round fun.

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Chris Ozimek, spokesman for Schlitterbahn Waterpark in Galveston, said 3.5 million gallons of water are used to fill the entire park. The park recaptures, filters and reuses 97 percent of that water. As for the remaining 3 percent, it leaves the park either on guests or through evaporation into the air.

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Top ways to experience Schlitterbahn Waterpark New Braunfels and nearby attractions. 96% of travelers recommend this experience. This number is based on the percentage of all Tripadvisor reviews for this product that have a bubble rating of 4 or higher. 100% of travelers recommend this experience.

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Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark has been the #1 Water Park in the World for 24 years in a row.

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THE FALLS The Falls is the world's longest waterpark ride filled beginning to end with raging rapids, careening waterfalls, and giant waves. This 3,600 foot-long whitewater river ride gives guests the best seats in the house of the grand tour of Schlitterbahn East.

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