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Lightning Falls Wait Times
Waterpark Slide · 48" minimum height · Six Flags Magic Mountain
Live wait, plus a model forecast by day and hour for Lightning Falls at Six Flags Magic Mountain, built on 326 measured readings.
Park hours today: 10am–1am
Best time to ride Lightning Falls
On a typical Saturday, Lightning Falls runs about 6 min at rope drop, peaks near 22 min around 3 PM, and eases to 11 min by close. Across the week, Saturday is the worst day (about 22 min at its midday peak) and Saturday the calmest (about 22 min). Use the day and time controls above to check any day of the week.
Typical Lightning Falls wait by day
| Day | Rope Drop | Midday Peak | Late Night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday · busiest | 6 min | 22 min 3 PM | 11 min |
Lightning Falls average wait by month
| Month | Avg Wait | Readings |
|---|---|---|
| June 2026 | 15.7 min | 6,483 |
| July 2026 | 12 min | 6,350 |
| August 2026 | 12.7 min | 4,498 |
| September 2026 | 13.3 min | 326 |
Lightning Falls wait time FAQ
▾When is Lightning Falls shortest?
Lightning Falls is shortest at rope drop (about 6 min) and in the final hour of the night (about 11 min). Midday is the worst window, peaking near 22 min around 3 PM.
▾Which day is Lightning Falls busiest?
Saturday runs the longest lines, peaking around 22 min midday, while Saturday is the calmest at about 22 min. Use the day and time slider above to check any day.
▾What is the wait for Lightning Falls right now?
Lightning Falls 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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