Is the water park open?
The resort reopened under new operators in July 2026, but the water park is closed for renovation and is expected to reopen later in the season.
About the water park at Honey Creek
Honey Creek Resort is a family hotel in Moravia, Iowa, home to Buccaneer Bay. The park has a lazy river.
We didn't find published height rules for its rides, so ask at the water park desk if you have small swimmers.
Buccaneer Bay
Dashed = the hotel doesn't publish itA two-story slide, plus two small slides in the kids' area.
Separate small-children's area with two small slides and a splash pad.
Good to know
Check the hotel calendar before you go.
Slides and attractions
Water slide
No minimum listedTwo-story slide
Lazy river
No minimum listedLazy river
Lily pad walk
No minimum listedLily pad obstacle course
Kids' area
No minimum listedTwo small slides and a splash pad
Hot tub
No minimum listedHot tub
Rooms for families
- 105 lodge rooms and suites
- 28 private cabins, from studios to multi-bedroom
More to do
Drive times
| From | Drive |
|---|---|
| Des Moines | 1 hr 10 min |
| Omaha | 2 hr 55 min |
| Rockford | 4 hr 5 min |
| Madison | 4 hr 20 min |
| Chicago | 5 hr 15 min |
| Minneapolis | 5 hr 15 min |
| Milwaukee | 5 hr 30 min |
| Green Bay | 6 hr 30 min |
Estimates from each city's downtown, without traffic.
Nearby water park hotels
Parents ask
Is the water park included with a stay at Honey Creek?
Honey Creek does not publish whether passes are included. Ask when you book.
How big is the water park at Honey Creek?
Honey Creek does not publish the size of its water park.
Does Honey Creek have a wave pool or lazy river?
Wave pool: not published. Lazy river: yes.
Is Honey Creek good for toddlers?
Yes. Separate small-children's area with two small slides and a splash pad.
How far is Honey Creek from Des Moines?
About 1 hr 10 min by car (around 74 miles). From Omaha it is about 2 hr 55 min. These are estimates without traffic.
Can you visit the water park at Honey Creek without staying?
Yes, the hotel sells day passes. Prices and availability are not published, so check before you go.
Sources
Checked October 2026. Hotels change prices, hours and attractions, so confirm before you book. Report a change.