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Riptide Racer Wait Times
Intense; All Attractions · 42" minimum height · Lake Compounce
Live wait, plus a model forecast by day and hour for Riptide Racer at Lake Compounce, built on 1,693 measured readings.
Best time to ride Riptide Racer
On a typical Wednesday, Riptide Racer runs about 5 min at rope drop, peaks near 5 min around 12 PM, and eases to 5 min by close. Across the week, Tuesday is the worst day (about 9 min at its midday peak) and Saturday the calmest (about 5 min). Use the day and time controls above to check any day of the week.
Averaging 5 min, this is the #10 longest line of 12 tracked rides at Lake Compounce (park average 10 min). The longest is Thunder Rapids at 25 min.
Typical Riptide Racer wait by day
| Day | Rope Drop | Midday Peak | Late Night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 5 min | 5 min 12 PM | 5 min |
| Tuesday · busiest | 9 min | 9 min 11 AM | 5 min |
| Wednesday | 5 min | 5 min 12 PM | 5 min |
| Thursday | 5 min | 5 min 12 PM | 5 min |
| Friday | 5 min | 5 min 12 PM | 5 min |
| Saturday | 5 min | 5 min 12 PM | 5 min |
Riptide Racer average wait by month
| Month | Avg Wait | Readings |
|---|---|---|
| June 2026 | 6.3 min | 5,763 |
| July 2026 | 7.1 min | 6,836 |
| August 2026 | 10.6 min | 7,075 |
| September 2026 | 5.3 min | 1,465 |
Riptide Racer wait time FAQ
▾When is Riptide Racer shortest?
Riptide Racer is shortest at rope drop (about 5 min) and in the final hour of the night (about 5 min). Midday is the worst window, peaking near 5 min around 12 PM.
▾Which day is Riptide Racer busiest?
Tuesday runs the longest lines, peaking around 9 min midday, while Saturday is the calmest at about 5 min. Use the day and time slider above to check any day.
▾What is the wait for Riptide Racer right now?
Riptide Racer 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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