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RiverRush Wait Times
Live wait, plus a model forecast by day and hour for RiverRush at Dollywood, built on 1,069 measured readings.
Park hours today: 10am–9pm
Best time to ride RiverRush
On a typical Saturday, RiverRush runs about 20 min at rope drop, peaks near 91 min around 6 PM, and eases to 91 min by close. Across the week, Saturday is the worst day (about 91 min at its midday peak) and Sunday the calmest (about 47 min). Use the day and time controls above to check any day of the week.
Typical RiverRush wait by day
| Day | Rope Drop | Midday Peak | Late Night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday | 34 min | 47 min 5 PM | 45 min |
| Saturday · busiest | 20 min | 91 min 6 PM | 91 min |
RiverRush average wait by month
| Month | Avg Wait | Readings |
|---|---|---|
| June 2026 | 41.4 min | 5,504 |
| July 2026 | 48.9 min | 6,594 |
| August 2026 | 28.6 min | 4,930 |
| September 2026 | 36.1 min | 1,069 |
RiverRush wait time FAQ
▾When is RiverRush shortest?
RiverRush is shortest at rope drop (about 20 min) and in the final hour of the night (about 91 min). Midday is the worst window, peaking near 91 min around 6 PM.
▾Which day is RiverRush busiest?
Saturday runs the longest lines, peaking around 91 min midday, while Sunday is the calmest at about 47 min. Use the day and time slider above to check any day.
▾What is the wait for RiverRush right now?
RiverRush isn't reporting a live wait right now. The park may be closed. This page updates automatically when lines go live.
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