Closed for the season. The theme park runs daily June through August and weekends in May and September. 2027 dates aren't posted yet.
About Lost Island Theme Park
Lost Island Theme Park opened in Waterloo in 2022 with themed coasters, a trackless dark ride and a lot of detail for a park its size. It suits families with kids 4 and up and coaster fans. Buying online saves $4 to $9 over the $52 gate price.
Tickets and prices
| Ticket | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Day pass, online | $43–$48 | 2026 season · ages 4+ · price varies by date |
| Day pass, gate | $52 | 2026 season · ages 4+ |
| Senior (65+) or military, gate | $47 | 2026 · ID required |
| One-Day Island Pass | $62 | Theme park and waterpark same day |
| Two-Day Island Pass | $75 | Either park, two days in a row |
Prices are plus tax. Kids 3 and under are free. Online tickets must be bought by midnight the night before.
Buy on the official siteDeals we found
Online day tickets were $43 to $48 in 2026 versus $52 at the gate.
See the dealBoth parks the same day for $62, or two days in a row for $75.
See the dealThe Standard theme park pass is $210 and includes free parking and a $42 friend ticket each visit.
See the dealPromo codes
Coupon sites list codes for Lost Island, but none we found are real. Watch for the park's own Black Friday ticket sale.
Season passes
| Pass | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 Theme Park Standard Season Pass | $210 | Plus tax · free parking · $42 friend ticket once a day |
| 2027 Platinum Season Pass | $355 | Plus tax · theme park and waterpark |
Good to know
- Address
- 2600 E Shaulis Rd, Waterloo, IA 50701
- Hours
- Daily June through August, weekends in May and September. Check the hours calendar.
- Parking
- $10 per car
- Phone
- +1-319-455-6701
- Type
- Theme park · run by Bertch family (Lost Island)
- Official site
- thelostisland.com
Don't miss
- Matugani, a launched coaster (2023)
- Fire Runner single-rail coaster (2025)
- Volkanu: Quest for the Golden Idol trackless dark ride
- Nopuko Air Coaster, an inverted family coaster
- Forbidden Lair shuttle coaster, planned for 2027
Little ways to save
Buy online by midnight the night before. Early June weekdays were the cheapest at $45 in 2026.
Parking is $10, so a season pass with free parking pays off faster than it looks.
Outside food isn't allowed, but you can bring an empty water bottle to fill at the stations.
The park stays open in the rain, so a cloudy day can mean short lines.
Questions people ask us
How much are Lost Island Theme Park tickets?
In 2026, online day tickets ran $43 to $48 depending on the date and $52 at the gate, plus tax. Kids 3 and under are free.
How much is parking at Lost Island?
Parking is $10 a day, or $15 for oversize vehicles. Season passholders park free.
How much is a Lost Island season pass?
The 2027 Standard theme park pass is $210 plus tax. The Platinum pass for both parks is $355.
Can I bring food into Lost Island?
No outside food or drinks, except for guests with allergies or Type 1 diabetes who fill out a form.
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Where these prices come from: Official theme park tickets page, Official season pass page, Official theme park FAQ, Coasterpedia ride list. Prices checked October 2026 by John Foster. Prices change, so confirm on the park's site before you go.