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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 6,403 measured readings.
Park hours today: 9am–8pm
Best time to ride SwiftWater Run
On a typical Monday, SwiftWater Run runs about 45 min at rope drop, peaks near 45 min around 10 AM, and eases to 34 min by close. Across the week, Wednesday is the worst day (about 51 min at its midday peak) and Saturday the calmest (about 37 min). Use the day and time controls above to check any day of the week.
Averaging 23 min, this is the #6 longest line of 54 tracked rides at Dollywood (park average 10 min). The longest is Raging River Rapids at 40 min.
Typical SwiftWater Run wait by day
| Day | Rope Drop | Midday Peak | Late Night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday | 14 min | 45 min 7 PM | 45 min |
| Monday | 45 min | 45 min 10 AM | 34 min |
| Tuesday | 17 min | 41 min 3 PM | 33 min |
| Wednesday · busiest | 34 min | 51 min 8 PM | 51 min |
| Thursday | 23 min | 44 min 4 PM | 31 min |
| Friday | 26 min | 51 min 3 PM | 40 min |
| Saturday | 37 min | 37 min 10 AM | 30 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 | 22.9 min | 3,329 |
SwiftWater Run wait time FAQ
▾When is SwiftWater Run shortest?
SwiftWater Run is shortest at rope drop (about 45 min) and in the final hour of the night (about 34 min). Midday is the worst window, peaking near 45 min around 10 AM.
▾Which day is SwiftWater Run busiest?
Wednesday runs the longest lines, peaking around 51 min midday, while Saturday is the calmest at about 37 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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