Morgan's Inspiration Island, billed as the world's first ultra-accessible water park, is gearing up to flip the switch on the 2026 summer season on Friday, May 15. The San Antonio splash park is designed so visitors who use wheelchairs and other mobility devices can access nearly every attraction, thanks to specially engineered layouts and equipment. With capacity limited at the water park, families and caregivers are being urged to lock in plans early for busy weekends and holiday dates.
Park president Catherine Lorenzo recently walked viewers through what to expect this season in an SA Live sit-down with co-host Jada Pickett. She talked operational tweaks, ride testing and guest comfort as staff get everything ready for the May opening, in a segment aired on KSAT. The preview offers a quick peek at how the crew is fine-tuning operations ahead of the summer rush.
What Makes Inspiration Island Ultra Accessible
The park is laid out so wheelchairs can roll right up to many play elements, and staff provide tailored equipment such as waterproof wheelchairs and ventilator covers so more guests can join the fun safely. According to Morgan's Inspiration Island, the facility includes waterproof wheelchairs and accessible changing rooms equipped with adult-sized changing tables and Hoyer lifts. A detailed FAQ from Morgan's Inspiration Island also notes that the water-park season opens May 15, 2026, and that splash-park entry is date-specific and capacity-limited, so purchasing tickets online will guarantee access.
New Ride And Leadership Push Inclusivity Further
This season brings new thrills along with the familiar favorites. Morgan's Wonderland is debuting WingZ, a 39-foot motion-sensor tower that includes two wheelchair-capable carriages where riders control their ascent by moving their arms. As reported by the San Antonio Express-News, the ride uses secure tie-downs and lap bars so wheelchair riders can experience a controlled drop, and the park teamed up with Zamperla to redesign the engineering with inclusivity in mind. Park leaders say WingZ and other additions are part of an ongoing push to expand experiences for guests of all abilities.
Plan Your Visit
Visitors are encouraged to check the park calendar for operating days and weather policies before heading out, since certain attractions can close in cases of lightning or severe storms. Morgan's Inspiration Island first opened in 2017 as what it calls the world's first universally accessible water park, a milestone chronicled by TIME, and this season's offerings continue to build on that mission. For tickets, hours and the full rundown of accessibility features, guests should review the park's official information online before they go.
