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    SoakZone entrance
    Daisy L.

    Idlewild opening day May 17, 2025. Carousel didn't have any music playing. Lines were awesome; not too long of a wait at all however every single ride was much shorter than usual and we've been coming for years. I don't know if the rides were just super short because it was the first operating day of the season or what, but it was not my imagination, they were definitely short. We are platinum season pass holders and get free drink refills and they have a self serve drink station and 2 of our 4 cups wouldn't scan, the screen said "card not valid" even though we were scanning our cups the soda fountain would not turn on. Another park goer asked one of the employees if he could fill the drink cups and he said yes, but the soda he gave us was flat. We ended up going to customer service to try to resolve it and they really just didn't seem to care at all but gave 2 new cups and took the old ones. A genuine apology goes a long way! They also used to have 2 playground areas (near the Howler) which are now completely gone. Also, in Racoon Lagoon kids bumper cars are gone and that area now just has picnic tables, the little boat ride is gone, one of the hand car rides in Racoon Lagoon is gone, and the kids Ferris wheel is gone. The big Ferris wheel that used to be next to the Spider is also gone and it's just an empty patch of grass. He also got rid of the ball pit, which was in Jumpin Jungle. I know it's been a few years since it's been gone but that was one of the nicest things they had, I remember going in it as a kid. Now it's just a dark maze. Food is expensive. We got fries and chicken tenders at the Potato Patch and some of the fries were burnt and hard. Also in Ricky's Emporium gift shop, not all the items have prices on them (kind of annoying when you are trying to get your kid a souvenir but don't want to spend a ton). The Loggin Toboggan broke down and people were stuck at the top and bottom of the hill. Some employees came and pushed the people that were stuck at the bottom of the hill backwards to the station. I didn't see what happened with the people stuck at the top, I'm assuming they had to walk down the stairs but they got it working again quickly and we went on it. The photo station however was not working properly and we never got to see our photo. It seemed to be stuck on people that went on it earlier in the day. If you are a season pass holder you will not get a discount at Auntie Anne's since they are not part of Idlewild. I do like the fact that they redid the entry and exit lines for the balloon ride so you exit where you enter and that's nice if you have a stroller. Also got to see the characters Duke and Ricky and take photos which was also nice. Looks like SoakZone is getting ready to open with water already in the lazy river ride! Park is beautiful with the trees and stream. In my opinion, they used to have a bee problem. Maybe it was just me, but it seemed like bees would follow me everywhere there, but it seems to be a little better now even though some bees still followed me today. It used to be really bad when they had open garbage cans, now it seems like most of the garbage cans have lids that are closed tightly. They got rid of the scale for the rollo coaster, you used to have to stand on it with whoever you were riding with and it had to be under a certain weight. I noticed they redid some of the queue lines for the rides which is nice.

    Storybook Forest entrance
    Sarah M.

    The forested setting and slow pace made our Idlewild visit a true reprieve from daily life. We nostalgically enjoyed the paths and displays in Storybook Forest even without a kid in tow, and appreciated how quiet it was. Our weekend visit had low crowds and short lines. The longest line we stood in (maybe 5 minutes) was for the wild mouse coaster, which I would definitely skip next time because it was more painful than fun. This park is definitely geared towards children and families, so temper your expectations if you're an adult visiting without kids.

    Dad and son headed to the Wild Mouse
    Dani J.

    This year has had the friendliest staff. I feel like there's a stereotype against lifeguards at water parks but this place had the friendliest. I was very pleased. I have a 5 and 7 year old and we would have needed two days to do everything. We spent a lot of time at the soak zone. We've also gone for Halloboo which is a ton of food.

    Turtles!
    Monica S.

    I haven't been to Idle Wild in years. I remember coming once or twice as a kid and maybe even once in college. I decided to get some season passes during the Black Friday sale. We've been twice this summer and my 4 year old loves it. The pros: -There are virtually no lines on any of the kids rides. -The amusement park side has lots of trees that give lots of shade! -You can bring in your own food and drinks. There are lots of places to have your own picnic. - They have character meet and greets. We got to see Daniel Tiger and Katerina Kitty Cat. - There are a ton of staff and they're all friendly. The cons: -Tickets are expensive. Food is expensive. But there are ways to off set the costs to really get your moneys worth. - On a hot day the water park is packed! Every pool, every chair, every grass spot is covered with people.

    We got to meet the princess!
    Patrick P.

    It was our family of six's first time here. We had a great day. It was confusing on where to park, that is my only real complaint. We eventually just parked somewhere and walked in. The rides for children were good. It would be helpful if people conducting rides like bumper cars would do a little tutorial prior to starting the rides for small children. Instead they just check you for safety and start the rides. Funnel cake was great! Soak Zone was too. We swam until the rains came and we took cover. We rode rides and then swam and then rode some more rides. I would suggest not going back-and-forth but just doing the one switch.

    Natalie B.

    I've been to idlewild before. It's a super cute, quaint park with very friendly people and a certain charm about it. The water park is huge and just such a great time. This trip was our first major one during Covid. Upon arriving, besides a rude security guard, I was thrilled to see everyone in masks. There were sanitizing stations at every ride and you were encouraged to use them. Several rides were open and just as fun as I remembered. The water park was clean and the best part of our hot day. Now for the bad. A lot was closed. Some was covid (I.e. storybook forest) but a good chunk was being understaffed. Many food stands didn't open until 2 which meant no drinks on a hot day. Gift shops weren't open, etc. Towards the end of the evening, the park was much more lax. No one was distancing and few were wearing masks on rides or off. My biggest complaint however was the wave pool. There was a large group of adults that didn't know how to swim. They were in the water in regular sweaty clothing, not following any rules. Several were splashing each other, throwing things at one another, screaming, etc. One gentleman was throwing his body into the waves and letting them slam him into others. Since he couldn't swim, he couldn't catch himself. He hit me and my 7 year old niece several times. The lifeguards were blowing their whistles. But that's all they did. No one stopped this group from thrashing around, smashing into people, hitting them in the faces with water or other objects. I was disappointed in the pool staffs lack of concern for everyone else in the pool, especially the little ones. All in all, we had a nice time. If we had paid full price for tickets though (we got a half off deal) my review would be a 1 at best. Hope next season is much improved.

    Molly M.

    Love this beautiful park! This is the perfect place to bring your young kiddos. I am in love with the fact that it is situated in nature and while it is an older park, it's been well-maintained with updated facilities throughout. Because it is situated in nature, don't be surprised if you stumble upon some wildlife. While we were eating Potato Patch fries in a seating area near some food options, we saw a baby raccoon stuck in the rafters. The staff hard at work to safely get him down and return him to his natural habitat. It was adorable to witness actually. The storybook forest is exceptional. Idlewild employs staff to pretend to be specific characters from standout Mother Goose rhymes. Any place that promotes literacy and fun for children is top notch. There are a variety of rides and games with varying speeds, heights and stimuli for littles of all ages. In the Raccoon Lagoon, you'll find Daniel Tiger's neighborhood and a variety of other "kiddie" rides and attractions for the younger crowd. My 8-month old loved the trolley ride and the staff made it a fun and interactive experience. The Soak Zone is remarkably fun. We purchased a cabana next to the lazy River which was well worth the extra $100. We were able to put our feet up, set our "stuff" down and relax. There is so much to do in this area. There is a whole pirate ship area for the preschool-school aged children complete with splash pad/slides/etc. Additionally, there's a "baby" water play pool/area with a variety of pipes pouring out water, steering wheels and shallow pool. Lots of slides - body slides, raft slides, mat slides and a wave pool! Lifeguards are very thorough and you'll see them continuously walking along the pool edges checking on the safety of all. The particular day we went, it was a bit rainy in the morning but cleared up and ended up being a wonderful day. To our surprise, it was very easy to get around and there was very little waiting for any rides. On several rides we never had to wait at all and sometimes were the only ones on the ride! My mother, who is currently awaiting a knee replacement surgery, was able to rent a mobilized scooter for $45 for the day which enabled her to be apart of the fun as well. 4/5 stars because #1 they need to sell more merchandise. We were wanting to "shop" but found just a few items in a few little gift shops that were sometimes tucked away and hard to see. I would love to see a bigger selections and overall more "merch" sold. & #2 the quality of the food needs improvement. The chicken tender meal I purchased for $20 along with a bag of chips for my son was cold. The staff warmed it for him when I asked them too thankfully, however, it didn't do much for the overall taste. My husband had a corn dog that was edible but not great. And the pizza we ate was too doughy and perhaps not cooked long enough to get it crispy and good. My mom ordered a turkey sandwich which looked just awful and she basically didn't want to eat more than a couple bites. I will say though that the potato patch fries were fantastic, the funnel cakes were delicious and my son loved his carmel apple! Overall, this is a beautiful, charming amusement park and water park for families with children looking to enjoy some recreational time together. I would recommend it to anyone, except plan to eat lunch before or dinner afterwards as the food could be better!!

    Laura W.

    I came here every summer as a child and I was thrilled this past summer when I got to take my own children, aged 4 months and 3 years. Many of the rides have been there since I was a kid (some 20+ years ago), but there are some new(er) ones, like Daniel Tigers Neighborhood. There is a "kiddie land"; however, at 36 inches tall, my son could ride most of the rides, with the exception of the coasters. My 4 month old could even go on a couple as a handheld infant. We didn't spend much time in jumpin jungle since most of it was closed due to mud. We did spend a considerable amount of time in soak zone. My suggestion is to hit the rides first and then cool off in the water section. There are some new sections in soak zone (or at least new to me), namely this giant pirate ship with slides and water pipes that is perfect for the 3-8 set. The only drawback here are the food prices; however, you can bring a picnic, which I highly recommend doing.

    Jungle Juggle, or something like that (can y'all please clean those balls or replace them? They can't be that expensive)
    Cecilia M.

    I have to say, I'm overall severely disappointed with our visit today. The good: the children's rides were pretty great. My two young daughters had plenty of choices, and especially enjoyed the Doodlebug, Carousel, and Daniel Tiger's Trolley. The ride operators were fantastic. They were all very friendly, and as soon as the operators noticed a child crying on a ride, they'd stop the ride and ask the child if they wanted to get off. My own kids took advantage of this twice, and I think that prevented any hesitation to try other rides. The bathrooms were very clean, as was the park overall. The bad: so very many things were closed. There were only 4 games open to play, which was a huge bummer. We love playing games, our daughters are young and enjoy the excitement whether they/we win or not. We had a large chunk of money reserved for that, but there's only so many times you can play in the fishing pond. Probably about half of the restaurants were closed as well. I know it was a weekday, but it felt like more things were shuttered than were open. We got lunch from the Sandwich Shop. Never. Again. Really, bring your own picnic. I ordered the corn dog and fries, my husband got the steak sandwich and fries, both girls got a slice of pizza. The pizza was dry, hard, and had obviously either been reheated many, many times, or had sat under a heat lamp for hours. Like the cheese wasn't recognizable as a food product anymore. Even my garbage disposal toddler wouldn't touch it again after the first bite. I had gotten a side of cheese for my fries, and it tasted like straight plastic. My corndog also seemed to have sat under a heat lamp for who knows how long, and the texture was unpleasant. About halfway through, I noticed that it was becoming a grey-green. My husband said the steak sandwich tasted fine, but he ended up throwing it up an hour later. We made our way to storybook forest around 4pm, I was so excited to share it with my girls, as I hadn't been through it in probably 25 years. It was closed. The signs on the maps said it would be open until 6, and we'd seen other people going through it earlier, so we were extremely disappointed in the random closing time. 45 minutes later, we decided to ride the train, and the operator told us that the park would be closing at 5. The website had said they would be open until 7. I understand that this can change due to weather, but the weather had been clear since 1:30. If it was a staffing issue, I feel like we should have been notified at the gate, we would have chosen to use our pre-purchased tickets another day (by the way, the website touts a $5 savings for buying a weekday pass online, but then hits you with a $9 "processing fee" ) . We drove nearly 2 hours to be there, and didn't even get 4 hours in the park (we had wanted to wait out the rain a bit), let alone the fact that so many things were closed. We had made the commitment of spending $147 for 3 people (and one under 3) plus food, games, and gas, and it legitimately wasn't worth it. Our kids could have had just as much fun at the local playground, and it wouldn't have been as frustrating for us as parents/the people spending the money. The reason the park even gets my 2 star review is for the operators and their dedication to making sure the kids had a good experience, and the handful of rides the girls got to enjoy.

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    A great family fun park in Western PA. Prices are reasonable, no overly strict bag policy, and the rides are fun and accessible for all!

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    Riding through Daniel Tiger's neighborhood on the trolley was a highlight for one of them.

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    Rollo Coaster - Whee!

    Rollo Coaster

    5.0(1 review)
    3.2 mi

    The track length is 900 feet. The biggest drop is a whopping 27 feet! It's top speed? Maybe…read more30-35mph. Lame? No way! Idlewild's Rollo Coaster may seem an anachronism in today's kinetic, adrenelane-charged, high tech world of gigacoasters and monster "woodies" like Cedar Point's Mean Streak and Great America's American Eagle, each park every year vying for the biggest, fastest, and baddest. Believe me, I'm the Roller Coaster Queen and I love coasters like that! No, the Rollo Coaster takes us back to a different time when the object was simply to have fun. This coaster may indeed seem tame by today's standards. But it's an ACE Classic. ACE is the American Coaster Enthusiasts, of which I'm a member www.aceonline.org But keep this in mind. Although the drops may not be that high, this ain't no kiddie coaster. The ride is surprisingly rough! It's a classic old woodie with all the shakes, rattles, rolls, dips, turns, etc. You're still vibrating a little when you exit the ride! The Rollo Coaster is a terrain coaster, meaning that it takes advantage of the ravine it's built in. Kennywood's three woodies are also examples of terrain coasters. It was built in 1938 by the Philadelphia Toboggan Company, which still makes roller coaster cars. As I understand it, when it was built the designers from PTC came out to the park and fit the coaster to the terrain. One of the other neat things about it is that it's built in a wooded area. Legend has it that some of the trees in the park were used to build the ride. So no, the Rollo Coaster can't compete with the likes of the Maverick, the Phantom's Revenge, The American Eagle, or the Magnum XL. It doesn't need too. It only wants you to get on board and have fun and laugh http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DIa8l8C0GzM

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    Caddie Shak

    Caddie Shak

    2.9(21 reviews)
    11.7 mi

    This was our first time going, and it was an excellent experience . The teenage staff were all…read morefriendly .My family and I played 18 holes of miniature golf on Mother's Day ,May 10, 26th. It was awesome, we really enjoyed the course. They currently have one 18 whole course open and the other one is not open yet .We got to eat ice cream at their snack shop and we got to race go karts and play at the arcade it was a fun filled day, also the second time we raced go karts my 13-year-old son got to drive and I got to be his passenger. So they have single and dual passenger go karts. The bumper boats, water soaker zone and batting cages weren't open, but will hit them later when they are.

    Needed a place to do an activity to keep my niece and nephew entertained for a good portion of the…read moreday. We ended up coming here in hopes of being able to fill the day with activities that varied. However, with it being close to the end of the season we didn't have much variation. Caddie Shack is well known in the area. When I lived in Pittsburgh it was always advertised as a weekend getaway area that would keep you busy. Go carts, mini golf, bumper boats, arcade and small carnival rides. An entertainment oasis during the warmer months near the turnpike, hotel resorts, and camping areas. Showing up this late in the season we knew that we weren't going to get all that much entertainment, but we were fine with that. All they had going were the go carts and mini golf. Even though they weren't completely done with the season. When we pulled into the parking lot it didn't look like it was all that busy. But looks can be deceiving. We first walked towards what is considered the admission area. Basically the arcade, we were met with signs that the building was not open and to head up to the concession stand/mini golf area to buy credits or admission. We utilized the restrooms before heading that way. The weekend we were here we were informed that they had a special going on that was unlimited mini golf. Good deal. We were given a wristband to convey that, allowed to pick our clubs and ball and then select one of the two courses to play on. Before we left we were told that after we finished our games the kids would get a treat bag, being close to Halloween. There are two course here for mini golf. The Highlander and Olde. We were directed to go the way of The Highlander first as it was supposed to have less people. We were directed wrong, but weren't made aware of it as we were already part way through the course. This is where things started to take a turn into 'not-so-fun' area. We hadn't even gotten to the first hole and we had other guests on our tail. We didn't even get to tee up and they were right behind us, making it not all that enjoyable. What complicated this more was that the people in front of us were playing the holes in such a way that it took more time to complete the holes. They each took a turn to completely get the ball in the hole and then when the last person was finished would they finally move onto the next hole. But that's not even the worst part about going this route. We were playing through until there was a bottleneck at one hole. There were three or four groups in front of us and that equated to nothing short of a traffic jam. At least we got to check out our surroundings. What wasn't great was that the residential neighbor was cutting his grass causing dust to fly all over the place. Mind you, when we got here, it appeared that the fire department was just on that property. What is enticing about The Highlander is that it goes through areas where you are supposed to be immersed in the surrounding. Going through a cave, playing past a waterfall, and water flowing throughout the course. The water didn't come on until well after we had finished the course. Mind you, we finished at a snail's pace with the jam of parties. Some of the parties in front of us just upped and left the course because of how slow it was going. Once we finished that course, we did the Olde course and continued playing. The Olde course is the smaller of the two, and a more traditional mini golf course. While we were playing this course they turned on the water. We thought, ok, cool, that is until the smell of rotting leaves and stagnate water hits you. Not to mention if you hit your ball off course into the water and can't retrieve it, you just don't get to play anymore. It was a mess. What makes it even more of a mess is that the two courses need some major maintenance. The bricks used to be the rim around the holes were not completely in place and might even be off completely, aiding in losing your ball. Some holes the green needed mending or complete replacement. Some of the tees, if a whole even had one, were not secure. It was a mess, as I said before. Usually, you buy credits to do things here. According to their website both courses are nine credits. One credit equates to $1. So $9 a course. If we hadn't gotten the deal of unlimited mini golf, I doubt we would have done both courses at $18 per person. Is it worth coming here? I can't say one way or another. Maybe during the height of the season it is livelier here, but it really isn't worth it to do a weekend activity.

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    Kennywood Park - Jack Rabbit

    Kennywood Park

    3.6(459 reviews)
    35.0 mi

    A true pillar of Pittsburgh, Kennywood Park holds a special place in the hearts of Yinzers…read moreeverywhere. Most have grown up coming here, some have worked here, even fell in love here, but all have fond memories of the amusement park of Pittsburgh's past and present. Kennywood is located on the border of Duquesne and West Mifflin, sitting above the Monogahela River. If you are traveling from out of town, there are highway signs and also wooden, yellow Kennywood Arrows that direct you in the direction of the park from different areas of the city. Parking (both paid and free options) is located across the street, but there is a underground tunnel just beyond the entrance gates that takes you "across the road" and into the park. I have been to Kennywood more times than I can count, but my most recent visit was on a Saturday evening this past July. We arrived before 5:00 PM, and had no issue finding a parking spot in the free upper lot. There was parking available in the lower lot as well, but that section is paid. The upper lot has an escalator to bring guests down the hill, and from there it is maybe a 2-minute walk to the gates. At the time we entered, there was no line at the gates. I find that there rarely is any line, but even if there is it usually is only a couple minute wait. Security and ticketing has never been a problem here, and the process is always smooth and quick. The park was lively, but not so crowded that we were unable to ride. Lines were minimal for the most part, and even with a late arrival, we rode nearly 10 attractions before the park closed at 10. This included Phantom's Revenge, The Racer, Jackrabbit, Thunderbolt, and more. This included some time wasted waiting 40+ minutes for the Exterminator, only for it to break down while we waited! Right after we arrived, we decided to grab food. Even though it was prime dinner time, we had no trouble finding a table nearby. First, I purchased a souvenir cup at the Lucky stand. It was $34.99 pre-tax, but included free refills the entire season. If you bought several cups, the price per cup went down. However, I think this was an awesome deal, especially if you plan on visiting several times throughout the summer. Plus, there are several self-service fountain drink dispensers around the park that limit wait times for refills. Next was the Potato Patch. The line was short, and service was friendly and quick. I chose the classic combo of Bacon Cheese Fries. Fries here will run between $10 to $13, but are a must for any day at Kennywood. They are a good size to share with a few people, or to serve as a meal for yourself! Near the end of the night, there was a special Drone Show happening near the Jack Rabbit/Lagoon area. The show only ran for a few weekends in July. It was a neat show that went through the history of the park. Our whole group enjoyed it! My critiques of the visit are as follows: First, I wish there was still a Night Rider ticket. When I was young, they sold a cheaper admission price for those entering the park after 5 PM or so, since you miss a significant part of the day. I truly believe this should be brought back. Second, the hours of the park keep getting shorter. When I was a child, the park would be open until midnight during peak summer days, and even sometimes they would extend the hours on the spot if enough people were in the park. Now, you are lucky to see a 10 PM close. There is so much magic in the park at night, and closing when it is still light out should be illegal!!! Third, there were lots of attractions and stands not open. We visited on a prime Saturday night in July. The weather was perfect, and there were many games/food stands/rides not open or in operation. I know staffing is an issue everywhere nowadays, but it is disappointing to pay for admission and finding that prime rides, such as The Steel Curtain or Exterminator, are closed. Overall, we enjoyed our visit to Kennywood this past year! It is fun to keep coming back and reliving memories that I have from my childhood, but also seeing how the park continues to evolve and appeal to the present day consumer. I just hope they realize the desire for historic preservation by locals, and never veer too far away from that.

    We have been season pass holders for several years now. If you are going to go to the park twice in…read morea year, it is worth it to purchase a pass. Along with the pass you have VIP parking and a cup that you can use on fountain drinks. There are a good variety of rides for all ages. Kiddie land is focused in one area of the park. Our favorite area of the park is Lost Kennywood. Food is pricey throughout the park but that is really expected anymore. One thing to note is Kennywood is cashless. We go to the park during all seasons throughout the year. You are able to bring in food, drinks and bags during the summer and winter. During fall fest they are very strict. You cannot bring anything in and your bag is limited to a small fanny pack. We found the best days to go in the summer is when it just rained. Definitely smaller crowds. Im sure we will be back as pass holders next year.

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    Kennywood Park - Steel Curtain

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    Wild Mouse - Wild Mouse Coaster at Idlewlid

    Wild Mouse

    4.0(2 reviews)
    3.2 mi

    Wild Mouse at Idlewild is a classic ride that delivers exactly what you'd expect from its…read morename--sharp, jerky turns and just enough chaos to make you laugh and scream at the same time. The compact layout, perched above the hillside, gives you a surprisingly scenic view before throwing you into tight, zigzagging turns that feel just a little too close to the edge (in a good way!). That said, be prepared for some very sudden stops, jarring transitions, and rough turns. While they're part of the charm for some, they can be rough--especially if you're not bracing yourself. The sharp braking at the end, in particular, caught me off guard and left me wishing the ride were just a bit smoother--I could've sworn I broken a rib and almost got sent flying. Despite that, I really enjoyed the experience overall. It's unpredictable, nostalgic, and a fun change of pace from more modern coasters. Just maybe don't ride it with a full stomach!

    The Wild Mouse has been closed down all season so far and it will probably remain so for the…read moreforeseeable future. What a shame too because it is the best wild mouse type rollercoaster in existence. It's certainly one of the longest and it has some steep drops and some wild hairpin turns on it. The ride has had it's share of mechanical difficulties over the years. That and the Wild Mouse did not operate during a part of 2011 because of a lawsuit a woman filed, cliaming that she was injured on the ride in 2009. Uh, she also had pre-existing medical conditions, which if you read the signs, they advise against riding the coaster if you have them. Hopefully Idlewild will get the Wild Mouse running again soon.

    Fun Fore All Family Fun Park - Mini putt

    Fun Fore All Family Fun Park

    4.2(64 reviews)
    56.6 mi

    My apologies for a lack of pictures. This place is really neat. We like it better than Dave and…read moreBusters, even w our boys now being teenagers. Amusement rides (small), go kart, some snack foods, lots of games, and the best VR game I've ever played. The kids who work there are generally sweet and helpful. Not as pricey as D&Bs.

    Fune Fore All has something for just about everyone. I recently visited the place on a stormy…read moreweekend. If it looks like the weather is turning, I'd recommend starting outside and hitting up the batting cages or go-kart racing as those close first. We arrived just as the skies were opening up so concentrated on the inside. We had two small kiddos with us aged 5 years old. The Duckpin bowling was perfect for them. They loved it, and we selected the game theme as Christmas. Why not? It was Christmas in July! While bowling, we ordered dinner so we could eat and play at the same time. Think basic arcade/amusement park fare. But it was all pretty tasty. We ordered a large pizza and some garlic bread sticks. We devoured it all. From here, we went to the arcade, which was the biggest hit with the kids. They just loved all of the game options and winning tickets to win a prize. Personally, I was addicted to the quarter drop games and since it's all payment through a pre-paid card, it's easy to burn through the money! The rain eventually slowed so we checked out the outdoor putt putt golf and took the kids to a few of the rides. They loved the hot air balloons and the swinging ride. I will add, that the rides are more like carnival rides. Several of them were not working. We joined the kids on the spinning seat ride and there was a dramatic moment where they couldn't get any of the lap bars to open. It was actually very nerve-wracking. My bar wouldn't come up but after several tries they got it to open. My son's bar never actually got open after nearly the entire staff came out to help. He was surprisingly calm given the circumstances and we eventually were able to position him in a way that we could pull him out of the ride. The lap bar never opened. It was a little terrifying. But I'm giving the place a strong review since they truly seemed mortified by the situation. And allowed our kids to pick out whatever toy they wanted. While it was pretty traumatizing, they were able to pick out some new toys and that made them so happy. I was just glad I didn't sit in the seat my son was in. I don't know what would have happened!

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    Lakemont Park - Skyliner

    Lakemont Park

    2.9(25 reviews)
    46.9 mi

    Coming here was something special for me as Leap The Dips would be my 400th coaster credit and I…read morewanted it to be a special one so why not make it the worlds oldest wooden roller coaster! This park was chill as it reminded me of like a city park that has rides, mini golf, and go karts as well as two wooden coasters! My visit happened to be on opening day of the 2022 season and I must say it was a good time as the park was kinda dead making for me to get multiple rides on Leap The Dips which was totally what's good! This park is really chill as it's like wide open with lots of picnic tables and places to hangout which I thought was kinda cool. While this might not be the biggest park around it still serves it's purpose for it's community making for an amazing time no matter how old or young you are. Their associates here were all very nice and friendly as I talked to alot of them and it was definitely enjoyable seeing how they care about the park. Overall this was a good time and an awesome time riding this old school woodie I'm not sure when I'll get back here again but I can definitely say that it was worth the trip to ride this legendary wooden roller coaster!

    My husband and I hadn't been here in a few years, and since we (and my cousin and her husband) were…read moregoing to a Curve game, we decided to check this place out. Wow! What a downgrade! Lakemont Park used to have a seemingly random assemblage of portable rides which were still fun to ride. The whole atmosphere was that of a carnival-meets-dive-bar (the good kind of dive bar). But now the rides are no more, the coasters are still standing but not operating, and all that remains basically are batting cages and mini golf. Well as long as we were there, we figured we'd try the batting cages (I hit quite a few of line drives). But in short, there's no there anymore. And it was strange to see the two coasters standing there silent. Leap-the-Dips is the oldest coaster in North America and the only side-friction coaster. It's my second-favorite after Kennywood's Phantoms Revenge and half the fun of riding it was wondering whether this old, over-grown pile of Tinkertoys would collapse as you were riding it. By the way, it is a National Historic Landmark and the operator of Lakemont must keep it standing and in operable condition. But the money's not there. As for the Skyliner it's a fun vintage wooden coaster. It gave you a great view of the adjacent ballpark, and vice versa. The train had an "Altoona Curve" sign on its side, which was plainly visible from the ballpark.

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    Lakemont Park - Go Karts

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    Garrett County Fair - Woodwork

    Garrett County Fair

    5.0(3 reviews)
    47.1 mi

    Having a great time meeting and selling to lots of people here for our fall sales! It is two days…read moreand it is free to attend and if you are interested in homemade jams, candies, pastries, nuts, etc. this is the place PLUS all the art and craft items for sale!

    Wow. $10 entry fee gets you parking, entertainment, and all the rides you can stomach. What a…read morevalue. Especially considering that most county fairs seem to be an exercise in separating you from your wallet. Not only that, but there are incredibly reasonable deals on food and water. Bottles of water are only a dollar at most vendors. I saw a $1 grilled cheese sandwich. You can buy a walking onion for $3. A walking onion? I have no idea. It was too hot for me to consider eating something that was billed to taste like french onion soup. But now, I regret the decision. I did try one of the $6 pit beef sandwiches after seeing the smoker in the back. Man, that was serious and resulted in a fantastic smoke ring. And the $4 milkshakes were pretty fantastic, especially the strawberry. And no fair experience is complete without funnel cake. The one from the permanent structure was fantastic. Also we took in a clogging show and watched a whole lot of goats get judged. The rides were a lot of fun for the kids. I found the ferris wheel to be terrifying, but enjoyed the bumper cars. I'm really hoping that we make it back here next year during fair week, because this place is fantastic.

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    Garrett County Fair - Crowds!

    Crowds!

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    More creative gourds!

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