Technology
Crystal Lagoons® is the world’s leader in water innovation and technology, which transforms any corner of the world into an idyllic beach paradise. It is an international company with offices around the world that has developed and patented a state-of-the-art technology that enables crystal clear bodies of water of unlimited sizes to be built and maintained, offering an idyllic beach lifestyle anywhere in the world while using minimal amounts of chemicals and energy. Crystal Lagoons has more than 600 projects in different phases of development, planning, construction and operation.
Crystal Lagoons’ technology applies an efficient filtration system that uses only 2 percent of the energy consumed by conventional swimming pool centralized filtration systems. Crystal Lagoons’ patented solution is to apply additives and different ultrasonic waves to the water in the lagoon, which enable the contaminant particles to be agglomerated into larger particles that are later removed from the lagoon. This means that only a small portion of the total water volume needs to be filtered. Also, as the filtered flow is up to 300 times lower than for conventional systems, the whole filtration system is smaller, decreasing installation requirements in terms of pumps and filter sizes.
Crystal Lagoons’ patented solution is to apply controlled pulses of very small quantities of oxidants/micro-biocides to the water in the lagoon, according to the growth cycles of algae and bacteria, in very specific patterns based on algorithms. In so doing, it is not necessary to maintain a high and permanent level of disinfection the way a conventional swimming pool does. The results of this efficient system are that it enables up to 100 times less additives (source: Crystal Lagoons US Corp) to be used than are used in conventional swimming pool and drinking water treatment technologies, all of which reduces excessive expense on chemicals and further environmental damage. The application of additives is coordinated by strategically located injectors and sensors. This operation is managed online by the Crystal Lagoons Control Center in real time.
The hydraulic and mechanical systems are monitored, controlled, and operated remotely by Crystal Lagoons from their control center. This enables Crystal Lagoons to ensure that water quality is maintained within their established parameters, guaranteeing high quality regardless of the location of the crystal clear lagoon.
The technology in every crystal clear lagoon enables low water consumption, using as little as 30 times less water than a golf course and 50 percent less water than is required by a city park of the same size.
The water in a crystal clear lagoon fully complies with the most stringent international physicochemical and microbiological water quality standards. The water quality is also monitored 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by specially designed systems and sensors that continually report specific physicochemical and other water quality parameters through a proprietary telemetry platform, managed and operated through the cloud by the Crystal Lagoons Control Center. All the different mechanical and hydraulic systems operating in the lagoons around the world are also activated and controlled from the control center, allowing for constant monitoring and operation of the lagoons, to ensure excellent water quality all year round.
The Lago Mar crystal clear lagoon is open all year round weather premiting. It will be closed two days a week for maintenance. Please see the Lago Mar lifestyle director for specific dates and times of operation.
No, the Lago Mar lagoon will have public access. However, a large portion will be for resident access with private white sand beaches and a clubhouse.
The Lago Mar crystal clear lagoon is 12 acres. It is the largest in Texas and the first to offer public access.
The Lago Mar crystal clear lagoon is 10 feet deep at its deepest. The designated swimming areas are 3 feet deep.
Since the water is clean and does not have nutrients to support wildlife, there are no fish or wildlife in the Lago Mar crystal clear lagoon.
Seating
Capacity is limited and does not include admission. We recommend reserving seating in advance of your visit when purchasing tickets online.
Beach Loungers
Seating availability by location may vary.
Options will reflect when purchasing tickets.
Cabanas
Seating availability by location may vary.
Options will reflect when purchasing tickets.
Floating Cabanas
Additional Charges May Apply
Seating availability by location may vary.
Options will reflect when purchasing tickets.
Party Pavilions
Learn more about GROUP EVENTS
Seating availability by location may vary.
Options will reflect when purchasing tickets.
Rooftop Party Decks
Learn more about GROUP EVENTS
Seating availability by location may vary.
Options will reflect when purchasing tickets.
Frequently Asked Questions
The following items are not allowed inside the gate:
- Outside food and beverage, including water bottles
- Sporting equipment (footballs, soccer balls, volleyballs)
- Tents & canopies
- Coolers
- Swim rafts, noodles, and inner-tubes (any inflatable items)
- Glass containers, aerosol cans
- Firearms, ammunition, knives, and weapons of any kind
- Self-defense or restraining devices (e.g.) pepper spray, mace
- Marijuana including marijuana enriched products or any illegal substance
- Fireworks or other similarly explosive and/or flammable objects
- Horns, whistles, large megaphones or artificial noise makers
- Recreational devices such as drones, remote-control toys, skateboards, scooters, and roller-skates
- Suitcases, bags, backpacks, with or without wheels, larger than 24” long x 15” wide x 18” high
- Non-coast guard approved floatation devices
- Household pets – Licensed service pet only
- Beach towels and blankets
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, swim cover-ups, and protective gear
- Coast guard approved floatation devices for non-swimmers only (no rafts, noodles, or inner-tubes)
- Swim goggles and sand toys
- We will remain open on most rainy days. In the event we must close the park entirely (for the entire day) due to severe inclement weather such as heavy rains, wind, or lightning, we will issue all ticket holders a ‘rain check’ ticket to be redeemed on any future date of choice.
- Being close to the Gulf of Mexico we experience unusually high winds. If the wind reaches and exceeds 14mph, umbrellas and some water activities will be suspended for use for safety reasons.
- Once reservable seating such as cabanas are sold out online, it means we are sold out for that day. Tickets for these items will be subject to availability onsite on the day of your visit. We strongly recommend reserving in advance.
- If water activities are sold out on the day of your reservation, they are indeed sold out. Additional time slots will not be available for purchase onsite. We strongly recommend reserving in advance.
- If you are unable to meet your reserved time, we will do our best to fit you in the schedule depending on availability.
- Activities will not be refunded on the day of or after your scheduled reservation.
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- Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferrable.
- If tickets are sold out online, we are sold out for that particular day and we will have limited admissions available on-site, gate entrance. We strongly recommend purchasing in advance.
- Children under the age of two (2) do not need an admissions ticket.
Purchase of admissions and rentals (cabanas, pavilions, and water activities) are non-refundable. This includes any missed/unused ticketing by the buyer and members in their group not correlated to venue’s Inclement Weather Policy.
There is no smoking on premise. This is non-smoking facility.
Common household pets are not allowed. Please leave your furry loved ones at home!
Service animals: Under Texas law and the federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), people with disabilities may bring their service animals to all public accommodations. Upon entry, patrons with service animals may be asked what service the animal was trained to provide. Please note, entry does not mean access to the water. No service animal will be allowed inside the lagoon. No exceptions. While on premises, all owners are required to maintain control and clean-up after their service animals at all times.. If the service animal is disruptive or not under control, their owner will be asked to be removed from the premises. Under the ADA, a service animal is a dog that is individually trained to perform tasks or do work for the benefit of a person with a disability. The tasks or work the animal does must be directly related to the person’s disability.
Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult or guardian at least 16 years or older. We recommend all minors be accompanied by an adult for safety reasons.
Parking is included with your ticket and will be available directly onsite. Once you arrive, please follow the onsite signage to parking attendants who will guide you to the lot.
No, personal umbrellas, tents and canopies are not allowed. For a full list of prohibited items, please see the important things to know section above.
No, outside food, beverages (including bottled water) and personal coolers are not allowed. We will have a full menu with a variety of meal or snack options and a full bar, including non-alcoholic drinks. There are exceptions for medical and other dietary requirements.
No, for the safety of you and other guests, re-entry is not allowed once you have exited the park grounds.
Yes, please come dressed appropriately in clothing that is designed for water recreation and swimming. Swimwear should be family-friendly and not overly revealing, acceptable to the standards of the community. T-shirts, cover ups, and swim shoes are allowed.
The lagoon is deepest at 10 feet, where watercraft rides and sporting activities take place. Designated swimming zones vary between 3-4 feet depending on their location within the lagoon.
The public portion of the beach, Lagoonfest Texas, includes multiple beaches, the Titan Slide, an inflatable obstacle course, a shuttle boat, and beach-style amenities such as umbrellas and chairs. Additionally, for a nominal fee, visitors can enjoy the all-new Flowrider, which opened in March 2024, as well as bumper boats, food and drinks, cabanas, floating cabanas, and more. Concerts, festivals, and events are also held most weekends.
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No. Only the National Sailing Club equipment like our paddle boards, kayaks, aqua cycles, etc., are allowed in our non-swimming areas and can be launched at the floating dock. As for jet skis, those are only for entertainment purposes that we use for our water shows on the weekends.
There are designated swimming areas in the Lago Mar crystal clear lagoon. The swimming areas are a maximum 3 feet deep and are separated from the deeper areas of the crystal clear lagoon that are reserved for kayak and stand up paddle boards.
