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SwiftWater Run Wait Times
Live wait, plus a model forecast by day and hour for SwiftWater Run at Dollywood, built on 1,052 measured readings.
Park hours today: 10am–9pm
Best time to ride SwiftWater Run
On a typical Saturday, SwiftWater Run runs about 46 min at rope drop, peaks near 52 min around 6 PM, and eases to 52 min by close. Across the week, Saturday is the worst day (about 52 min at its midday peak) and Sunday the calmest (about 45 min). Use the day and time controls above to check any day of the week.
Averaging 20 min, this is the #5 longest line of 56 tracked rides at Dollywood (park average 6 min). The longest is RiverRush at 36 min.
Typical SwiftWater Run wait by day
| Day | Rope Drop | Midday Peak | Late Night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday | 45 min | 45 min 10 AM | 30 min |
| Saturday · busiest | 46 min | 52 min 6 PM | 52 min |
SwiftWater Run average wait by month
| Month | Avg Wait | Readings |
|---|---|---|
| June 2026 | 25.3 min | 5,825 |
| July 2026 | 35 min | 6,977 |
| August 2026 | 22 min | 5,036 |
| September 2026 | 19.8 min | 1,052 |
SwiftWater Run wait time FAQ
▾When is SwiftWater Run shortest?
SwiftWater Run is shortest at rope drop (about 46 min) and in the final hour of the night (about 52 min). Midday is the worst window, peaking near 52 min around 6 PM.
▾Which day is SwiftWater Run busiest?
Saturday runs the longest lines, peaking around 52 min midday, while Sunday is the calmest at about 45 min. Use the day and time slider above to check any day.
▾What is the wait for SwiftWater Run right now?
SwiftWater Run 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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