Summary
Overview of Jay Peak’s Indoor Water Park
Jay Peak knows a thing or two about sliding down slippery slopes. For decades, it has been one of New England’s most popular ski resorts. As part of an expansion that added year-round attractions to the resort’s menu of fun, Jay Peak built a 50,000-square-foot indoor water park known as The Pump House. Opened in December 2011, the weatherproof park offers the usual gaggle of slides and other watery diversions—along with a few unique features.
Attractions and Rides
The most striking ride is La Chute, the first AquaLoop to debut in an indoor water park. Co-opting the concept of a coaster inversion, riders climb a 71-foot tower, enter a launch capsule, countdown as the capsule’s floor opens, freefall almost straight down in an enclosed tube, and propel up into a 360-degree loop. Jay Peak claims that those brave enough to tackle this black diamond ride reach speeds up to 40 mph and experience a force of 2.5 Gs.
The indoor water park also features a skylight-style retractable roof that allows the sun’s rays in, regardless of the outside temperature. Moreover, the roof opens to the outdoors when the weather permits. To accommodate the considerable height of the AquaLoop, the roof includes a custom-designed cupola.
Additional attractions include a long lazy river that travels the perimeter of the park, featuring some rapids elements. For those looking for excitement, the Double Barrel, a dual FlowRider surfing attraction, allows two guests at a time to tackle waves on boogie boards. In addition to the water attractions, the park offers an arcade with redemption games and a snack bar.
Hotel Jay provides 170 hotel rooms, most of which are suites, along with a restaurant featuring pizza, a fitness center, and a conference center. Additional amenities at Jay Peak include 76 ski and snowboard trails, a golf course, a spa, and an ice skating arena.
Location and Directions
Jay, Vermont
The physical address for GPS is 144 Access Road in Jay, Vermont, while Jay Peak is located at 4850 VT-242.
Directions from major cities include:
- From Boston: Take I-93N to I-91N to Exit 26 onto US-5N/VT-58W. Left at VT-14N. Continue onto VT-100S. Right at S. Pleasant St., right at VT-101N, and left at VT-242W to Jay Peak.
- From Albany: Take I-87N to US-11N, right onto US-2E, left at VT-78E, left at VT-105E, right at Montgomery Rd./State Route 118, and left at VT-242E to Jay Peak.
- From Hartford: Take I-91N, then follow Boston directions above.
- From NYC: Take I-95N to I-91N, then follow Boston directions above.
For more information, visit the Jay Peak Resort official website.
Admission Policy
The water park is open to resort guests as part of a hotel and water park package. During the winter months, Jay Peak offers a ski and water park package. Passes to the water park are available to the general public based on availability. For further details, it’s recommended to contact the park directly.
