Treasure Island Resort & Casino unveiled the much anticipated water park addition at a ribbon cutting celebration. The water park, called The Lagoon, is 40,000’ of fun and relaxation. It was a $19 million dollar project that began in May 2015. Additionally it is the second one largest of its kind a few of the 18 Native American Casinos in Minnesota. 

The Lagoon includes a 320’ long lazy river with rapids, a water fall and an island in the midst of the pool that has benches and lounge chairs. There's 119,000 gallons of water between all four pools and a state-of-the-art eco green filtration system that utilizes natural Sphagnum Moss as a pre-filter water conditioner that may be much healthier for swimmers.

The two body slides loop around and are 276’ in length and a nil depth plunge pool that may be 80’ long with water features and a toucan slide for children. There may be an adult only pool and two hot tubs, one inside and one outside. The Barefoot Bar is the one swim up bar in Minnesota with tables and seats within the pool.

There is 14,000’ of out of doors terrace space with three outdoor areas that may be rented for personal parties or events. When the elements is nice, there are two 12’ retractable glass panels that may be unfolded through the warmer summer months. Custom fire pits at the terrace add to the outdoor experience.

“The Lagoon water park and Wave Spa are key elements within the continued growth of Treasure Island. These new amenities will truly round out the resort aspect of what we provide our guests and can position us to be the favourite Midwest vacation destination,” said Shelley Buck, tribal council president.

The upscale Wave Spa is a whole service salon and spa that gives hair services, manicures/pedicures, facials, waxing, make-up and nail services. Guests can choose between various massages and spa packages can be offered as half or full day experiences.  The relaxation room has a wall fire feature, lounge chairs and will accommodate as much as 12 people. Catering is on the market for special spa events. The gym has the newest technology in bikes, elliptical and treadmill equipment.

“This is the third major project we've got completed previously year,” said Eddie Lynn, general manager of Treasure Island. “Last February we opened Tado Steakhouse and we renovated and totally transformed Tradewinds Buffet in the course of the summer. The Lagoon water park and Wave Spa will offer a complete new level of fun and entertainment at Treasure Island, giving our guests much more reasons to visit.”

Shelley Buck noted the industrial impact this project had within the region. “We have hired greater than 30 new team members, with payroll and benefit value of over $500,000 annually.  Treasure Island now employs greater than 1,500 people. There has been also greater than 80 new construction jobs created in this project. It is very important our Tribe and Treasure Island to be a destination of choice in Southern Minnesota, bringing in additional visitors and tourists to the realm. This benefits the entire neighboring businesses within the area.”

RSP Architects in Minneapolis provided architectural design services. Their creative innovation led to a fantastic tropical water park and spa. Knutson Construction was the design-builder at the water park and spa. RSP Architects and Knutson was the partners of choice on several other major projects at Treasure Island including the addition in 2008 of the Island Event Center and second hotel tower, bowling center, Tado Steakhouse, Tradewinds Buffet renovation and Parlay Lounge. Other key partners include Global Enterprises, Harty Mechanical, Hunt Electric, Winona Heating and Ventilating and USAquatics.

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