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Planning a Wisconsin Dells getaway? One of the Midwest’s biggest thrills lives right inside Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park — and it’s officially the tallest water slide in America.
If your kids crave jaw-dropping rides (or you do!), The Rise of Icarus should be at the top of your must-do list for your next Dells trip.
Turn your water slide day into a full Wisconsin Dells family vacation using this kid-friendly Wisconsin Dells travel guide.
Quick Answers Parents Are Searching For
How tall is Rise of Icarus?
145 feet — the tallest water slide in the U.S.
Where is it located?
Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park, Wisconsin Dells
Is it scary?
The top slide, The Fall, is an extreme freefall-style body slide. The four middle slides are 60 feet tall and more accessible for most riders.
Is it open year-round?
The slide is outdoors and seasonal. Mt. Olympus’ indoor water park is open year-round.
Is there a height requirement?
(Mt. Olympus has not published an official height requirement yet — you can add once they release it.)
What to Expect at The Rise of Icarus
The Tower
The structure stands 145 feet tall, making it the tallest water slide tower in the country. You’ll see it from the road as you approach Mt. Olympus.
The Slides
🥇 The Fall (145 ft)
The highest slide on the tower — a near-vertical body slide designed for thrill-seekers.
🎉 Four 60-Foot Body Slides
These mid-tower slides offer fast, fun drops ideal for teens, tweens, and adventurous younger riders, depending on height requirements.
Kids’ Water Play Area
Mt. Olympus also opened a brand-new outdoor children’s water area featuring:
- 10 kid-friendly slides
- Splash features
- A wading pool
- Shaded seating areas for families
This makes Mt. Olympus much more balanced for families with mixed-age kids — thrill rides for big kids and a dedicated splash zone for little ones.
Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park: Need-to-Know Info
- Indoor water park: Open year-round
- Outdoor water park: Seasonal
- Hotel guests: Typically receive free water & theme park admission (confirm on their website)
- Parking: Standard Mt. Olympus lot (can be a walk — arrive early)
Make It a Full Wisconsin Dells Trip
If you’re turning this into a long weekend, these resources will help:
- 5 Best Indoor Amusement Parks in the Wisconsin Dells
- 5 Best Wisconsin Dells Hotels With Indoor Water Parks
- 10 Best Wisconsin Boat Tours & Scenic Cruises
- 5 Best Indoor Water Parks Near Milwaukee
- 20 Best Wisconsin Hotels With Indoor Water Parks
- 10 Best Campgrounds With Water Parks in Wisconsin
Calie Herbst, Editor-in-Chief of Milwaukee With Kids, has spent over a decade combining her experiences as a parent of three to create a hub for Milwaukee’s family adventures.
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