Lake Winnie
Park Info
Lake Winnepesaukah
Chattanooga’s Favorite Family Amusement Park
With rides and attractions for the entire family, Lake Winnepesaukah is recognized as one of America’s top ten family amusement parks for all ages. Plenty of shaded picnic areas, beautiful scenery, games, food, and more. Lake Winnie is sure to give your gang a good time!
Hours & Schedule
Now Closed for the 2024 Season. See ya in 2025!
Pricing
Affordable fun for the whole family
Lake Winnie Unlimited Rides
(SEPTEMBER 3-28 2024)
$31.95+ tax
per person
Children Under 1 …. Free
Guests Ages 1-2 …. $22.95 + tax per person
Guests Ages 60+ …. $22.95 + tax per person
Everyone who wishes to enter the Park must purchase a Rides Pass.
2025 Season Pass Deal
Offer only available through online purchase.
Rules & Policies
A few rules to keep everyone safe and having a good time
Lake Winnie Rules & Policies
Lake Winnepesaukah is a family amusement park that prides itself on a safe, wholesome atmosphere. All guests are required to follow Park Policies during their visit.
- Upon entering the Park, all guests are subject to bag searches.
- Knives, guns, and/or weapons of any kind are not permitted into the Park or on Lake Winnepesaukah property.
- All guests under 16 must be accompanied by a guest 16 or over, or they must be a member of a chaperoned group.
- Alcoholic beverages and glass containers are not permitted on Lake Winnepesaukah property.
- Outside catering, fast food, or other commercially prepared food of any type is NOT permitted!
- Coolers with homemade picnic lunches are welcome in the Amusement Park. All coolers must stay in the Picnic Grounds.
- The Picnic Grounds is shared space. Picnic Pavilions and tables are first-come-first-serve, unless otherwise posted.
- Grills, grilling, or any kind of food preparation is not allowed on the premises.
- Crock Pots, slow cookers, warming trays, anything that produces heat or has an open flame is not permitted.
- Guests must remain fully clothed at all times. All guests must wear shirts, bottoms, and shoes during their visit. Closed-toe shoes are required for some rides.
- Designated smoking areas can be found in the Park. Smoking is only permitted in these areas. This includes e-cigarettes, vapes, etc.
- Cutting in line, space saving, and line jumping are not allowed. Any guests found doing this will be asked to go to the back of the line.
- Guests should avoid bringing: Selfie Sticks, pets, radios, scooters, skates, or skateboards. Lake Winnepesaukah prohibits any person from using or operating any drone or UAS on or above the park, including park facilities and back areas. These items are not allowed into the Park.
- All guests ages 1 and older will receive a hand stamp upon purchasing a Ride Pass and entering through the Front Gates. Guests are free to leave and re-enter the Park the day of their visit with a visible hand stamp. You may be re-stamped at the Guest Services Window, located within the Park across from the Paddle Boat dock, or at the Front Gate by our cashiers.
Separated Parties
All lost children (or parents) should go to the nearest uniformed Park Security Officer or the Information Window. In-park paging is not done for separated parties.
Inclement Weather
For the safety and convenience all guests, Lake Winnepesaukah has access to comprehensive regional forecasts. Some rides and attractions will close temporarily during electrical storms, heavy rains, high winds or other severe weather conditions. As soon as conditions permit safe operation, these rides or attractions will re-open. Lake Winnepesaukah does not issue rainchecks or refunds.
Notice
- Hours, rates, & dates are subject to change without notice.
- Lake Winnepesaukah is not responsible for loss or theft of personal property.
- Lake Winnepesaukah accepts: American Express, MasterCard, Visa, Discover, and cash. Lake Winnepesaukah does not accept personal checks.
SoakYa Rules & Policies
- Appropriate swimsuits are required for all guests.
- Thongs, G-strings, denim shorts, underwear (bra and panties), hard metals (belt buckles, metal rivets, etc.), street clothes, and long flowing clothing are NOT permitted in SOAKya! Water Park.
- Management reserves the right to determine if swimwear is appropriate.
- All guests in diapers must wear a swim diaper in order to enter the water.
- Parents are ultimately responsible for their children.
- Street shoes, googles, masks, and fins are not permitted in the water or on slides.
- Glasses and sunglasses must be worn with a head strap while in water or on slides.
- Personal floatation devices are NOT PERMITTED.
- Coolers, food, glass, and lawn-type chairs or games are NOT PERMITTED.
- Smoking is NOT ALLOWED in SOAKya! Water Park.
- When re-entering Lake Winnepesaukah, all guests must be fully clothed (shirts, bottoms, and shoes).
- We allow prosthetics on rides under the following conditions:
- Riders must be able to safely enter and exit the rides.
- Riders must be able to assume the prescribed riding position.
- The prosthetic must not pose a danger to the patron, others in the ride, the riding vehicle and/or the riding surface (which is for the safety of the guests to maintain a safe riding surface).
- Prosthetic devices must not have any exposed metal or rough edges in order to be permitted on the rides. Any guest with a prosthetic has the option to wrap or remove it provided they fulfill the above requirements.
Separated Parties
All lost children (or parents) should go to the nearest uniformed Park Security Officer or the Information Window. In-park paging is not done for separated parties.
Inclement Weather
For the safety and convenience all guests, Lake Winnepesaukah has access to comprehensive regional forecasts. Some rides and attractions will close temporarily during electrical storms, heavy rains, high winds or other severe weather conditions. As soon as conditions permit safe operation, these rides or attractions will re-open. Lake Winnepesaukah does not issue rainchecks or refunds.
Notice
- Hours, rates, & dates are subject to change without notice.
- Lake Winnepesaukah is not responsible for loss or theft of personal property.
Special Offers
specials & discounts to make your visit even more fun
2024 Season Pass $129.95 + tax
OFFER VALID THROUGH SEPTEMBER 24
A season pass is a photo ID for one person.
Season pass holders receive unlimited visits in the amusement park, water park and WinnepeSPOOKah in October.
A season pass is the same price for all ages.
McDonald’s Sunday Family Day
OFFER VALID SUNDAYS, MAY 5 – SEPTEMBER 22
Save $5.00 on an Unlimited Ride Pass with a receipt from Chattanooga area McDonald’s. For each receipt redeemed in the 2024 season, Lake Winnie will donate $1.00 to the Chattanooga Ronald McDonald House.
One receipt per person is required. Guests ages 1-2 and 60+ may not use this coupon.
Special Offers are only available at the Gate. Special Offers are only available on days specified.
Guest Amenities
Stroller and Cabana Rentals, Picnic Grounds, and More
Rentals
Are you planning on visiting Lake Winnepesaukah but need a Stroller or Wheel Chair to make your visit more enjoyable? We have you covered with our selection of rental equipment! All equipment is available on a first-come-first-served basis at the Park and may be picked up at the Main Gift Shop near the Ferris Wheel.
Rental deposits are refunded when the equipment or key is returned to the gift shop.
Single Stroller
Available in Lake Winnie only
$11.77
+ $10.00 Deposit
$21.77 Total
Small Lockers
Available in Both parks
$8.00
+ $10.00 Deposit
$18.00 Total
Double Stroller
Available in Lake Winnie only
$16.05
+ $10.00 Deposit
$26.05 Total
Large Lockers
Available in Waterpark Only
$16.00
+ $10.00 Deposit
$26.00 Total
Wheel Chair
Available in Lake Winnie only
$10 deposit is returned when the rental is returned
$19.26
+ $10.00 Deposit
$29.26 Total
Cabana
Available in Waterpark Only
Includes sunscreen, 6 bottles of water, and $6.00 in game cash.
Reserve at SOAKya gift shop. No deposit return.
$129.00+ tax
ATM
An ATM is located in the Gift Shop in the Amusement Park.
Picnic Grounds
Coolers with cold, homemade picnic lunches are welcome in the Picnic Grounds.
News
The latest from Lake Winnie
Directions
Don’t get lost on your way to fun
From I-75 South
Exit #1 and bear right onto Ringgold Road. Turn left at the 6th traffic light onto McBrien Road
From I 75 North
Exit #353, left onto Cloud Springs Road, first right onto Lakeview Drive.
From I-24
Take I-24 East to Chattanooga, then I-75 South. Take Exit #1 and bear right onto Ringgold Road. Turn left at the 6th traffic light onto McBrien Road.
Park Map
Get a closer look at our park map
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History
Lake Winnie has a long history
1925
In 1924 Carl O. Dixon and his wife, Minette, purchased the lake property with visions of creating a family swimming and picnicking park. They renamed the lake Winnepesaukah after a Native American word meaning “bountiful waters” or “beautiful lake of the highlands.” Opening day on June 1, 1925 attracted 5,000 guests.
1941
Auto Scooters (Lusse Bumper Cars) opened on May 4, 1941. The Auto Scooter building is still standing and is now the home of Scooter’s Pizza on Kiddie Hill.
1947
The thrilling “Fly-O-Plane” brings guests one step closer to actual flight.
1948
The popular “Cake House” becomes home to Family Birthday Parties!
1956
Lake Winnepesaukah Show Boat. Christening was held on Sunday, June 3, 1956 and held 30 passengers. It is a replica of the old Mississippi River boats. Today it serves as the “Showboat Ice Cream” stand!
1960
The Mad Mouse Roller Coaster delivers thrills and spills to park visitors.
1967
After 6 years of planning, the Cannon Ball Roller Coaster debuts and becomes world-famous. The Cannon Ball zips over the three-quarters of a mile track in 90 seconds, reaching speeds of up to 50 miles per hour.
1968
The Antique Carrousel arrives. The Carrousel originally opened in Atlanta in 1916 and features 68 hand-carved, wooden horses.
1969
Lake Winnie adds the popular “Castle” dark ride designed by industry legend Bill Tracy.
1996
Travel and Leisure magazine named Lake Winnepesaukah as one of America’s favorite top ten family amusement parks.
1999
Chattanooga magazine featured the park followed by articles in 2000 in both Fun World and Southern Living magazines.
2001
Southern Living magazine featured the park in June 2001 and again in March 2003.
2002
Wild Lightnin’ strikes and the park gains a new Steel Roller Coaster!
2005
In celebration of Lake Winnepesaukah’s 80th Anniversary the “OH-Zone!” is added. This thrilling tower ride stands 140 feet tall and subjects riders to 4.3g’s of excitement!
2008
2008 marked the debut of the Stay & Play Hideaway featuring Chill Down Kidtown, a refreshing area of interactive misters and water elements is perfect for keeping cool on hot summer days, along with the Runaround Playground which provides more towers and ladders than a young adventurer can maneuver in just one visit.
2012
The Fire Ball, a compact looping – reversing roller coaster was introduced in 2012. Guests are thrilled with the rocking anticipation of going higher and higher until the train gathers enough momentum to go over the top. Once you experience full speed revolutions, the ride then stops upside down momentarily and reverses directions.
2013
SOAKya Water Park opens and becomes the largest expansion in Lake Winnepesaukah’s history! This five-acre water park features a Crazy River, water slides, kiddie area, and so much more!
2017
SOAKya Water Park welcomed a new addition, the Winnie 500. This mat racer stretches 800 ft., while guests race to the bottom from 50 ft. in the air.
2018
Back by popular demand, the Genie returns to Lake Winnie!
Employment Opportunities
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