New aerial photographs reveal Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park has been completely drained for its annual maintenance shutdown. The massive surf pool and Castaway Creek lazy river are both empty, allowing construction crews to access various areas of the attraction. Protective panels have been installed across the bottom of the wave pool to create pathways for heavy machinery without damaging the surface. Scaffolding and additional materials near the dam structure suggest that maintenance or repainting work is underway on the wave-generating equipment. This closure began in early September 2026 as part of Disney’s rotating schedule for water park refurbishments. While Typhoon Lagoon remains closed, guests can still visit Blizzard Beach which stays open during this period. The empty state of the attraction provides a rare glimpse into operations that are normally hidden from visitors.
Key Points:
- Typhoon Lagoon is closed for annual refurbishment starting in early September 2026
- The surf pool and Castaway Creek lazy river have been completely drained
- Protective panels were installed to allow construction vehicles to move through the area
- Scaffolding was set up near the dam structure that generates waves
- Blizzard Beach remains open while Typhoon Lagoon undergoes maintenance