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Big Wave Racer Wait Times
Waterpark Slide · 42" minimum height · Six Flags Great Adventure
Live wait, plus a model forecast by day and hour for Big Wave Racer at Six Flags Great Adventure, built on 266 measured readings.
Park hours today: 5pm–12pm
Best time to ride Big Wave Racer
On a typical Saturday, Big Wave Racer runs about 33 min at rope drop, peaks near 33 min around 1 PM, and eases to 19 min by close. Across the week, Saturday is the worst day (about 33 min at its midday peak) and Saturday the calmest (about 33 min). Use the day and time controls above to check any day of the week.
Typical Big Wave Racer wait by day
| Day | Rope Drop | Midday Peak | Late Night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday · busiest | 33 min | 33 min 1 PM | 19 min |
Big Wave Racer average wait by month
| Month | Avg Wait | Readings |
|---|---|---|
| June 2026 | 10.4 min | 1,621 |
| July 2026 | 17.7 min | 2,523 |
| August 2026 | 18 min | 5,172 |
| September 2026 | 21.5 min | 272 |
Big Wave Racer wait time FAQ
▾When is Big Wave Racer shortest?
Big Wave Racer is shortest at rope drop (about 33 min) and in the final hour of the night (about 19 min). Midday is the worst window, peaking near 33 min around 1 PM.
▾Which day is Big Wave Racer busiest?
Saturday runs the longest lines, peaking around 33 min midday, while Saturday is the calmest at about 33 min. Use the day and time slider above to check any day.
▾What is the wait for Big Wave Racer right now?
Big Wave 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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