3X THE FUN Triple…read morePlay is located in Hometown Square in between the train station and the season pass processing center. The ride opened in 1976 and was manufactured by HUSS Rides. It is also known as a Trokia, which means 'group of three' in Russian. The Triple Play has three arms extending out from a center column. Each of these cars can seat up to two people and are located at the end of every arm in a circle. Now the fun begins when the operator turns on the ride. The center column rotates in a clockwise motion while the cars located at the end of the arms rotate in a counterclockwise motion. I am getting dizzy just thinking about this ride and let's not forget the sweeping motion of the ride as it goes up and down. You will also notice a slight rocking motion of the car from side to side. Now my description sounds a lot worse then the ride actually is. In fact, this ride is quite mild. It is a great beginner ride for your little one as you slowly work your kids up to bigger and faster coasters. This is another one of those rides that I have ridden on as a child and with my child. It is always fun to share these childhood memories. The line may look long but it moves fast. If I do my math correctly 21 cars times 2 people means 42 people can potentially ride at one time. I also feel that many people miss this ride because it is tucked in the corner. Make sure to do not wait until the end of the night to ride this because it will shut down early to accommodate the evening stage show and the nightly parade. You have been warned. My little one loves this ride and it is always fun to ride with her on it. She laughs and giggles. It always cracks me up when she asks me to hold on to her. This ride only has a metal lap bar and it does feel like you might fly out as the ride goes into it's dropping motion. I was curious as to how many of these rides still exist. I was able to find out in the USA, there are at least eight Troikas in operation and they are located at Cedar Point, Palace Playland, Kings Island, Elitch Gardens, Kings Dominion, Fun Spot Amusement Park, Six Flags Great America, and Six Flags Over Texas. So get on board this classic Trokia ride and feel the spin.

It's a fun ride as far as "spin and puke's" go...It is one that is just the right intensity that…read morethrills the entire family but isn't too intense.

My family and I have been coming to Great Wolf Lodge for a few years.. this would be our fifth or…read moreso in the past two years. The location is very easy to find. One thing new is the parking gate that blocks cars from entering. This was our first time seeing it and it got us confused for a little bit. My wife drove this time, and she thought we had entered the wrong entrance or an employee entrance. We were, however, in the correct location. We arrived around 2pm, which was a few hours prior to check in time. The loading aisles were full of cars and there was a lot of people checking in. There were a few mobile check in kiosks... but there were also some actual staff members whom you also had to check in for other things like getting a parking pass. This was very confusing and annoying. However, it was a little more efficient verses having to wait in line. The kiosks printed our wrist bands. We were able to verify which would have access to the rooms and which would have access to pay from the wrist band. That was a very convent to have... however, we made the mistake of putting in on our right hand. This made leaving the parking lot harder. However, it made opening some of the room doors harder... I don't know which is the correct method because some were easy on the right hand.. .but others were difficult. My room was not ready when I finally checked in. So we went to the arcade. There were plenty of machines which a huge variety of games to pick from. Also, there was a burger joint nearby so we ate there while we waiting for our rooms to be ready. During that meal, I got a text that my room was having issues so to visit them at the front desk. Keep in mind they do a great job of communicating through text messages. All my messages were responded in an adequate amount of time. Once my room was ready... it was big. We got an extended room which a separate living space with a barn style door. It allowed our daughter to sleep while we were able to not disturb her. And when we went to bed too...we could open that barn door. Keep in mind, we brought out own inflatable bed for her. Only downside is that this configuration only has 2 queen beds instead of a king. However, I did enjoy having my own bed again. The room was clean, but was very old. There were a lot of slightly damaged equipment and it felt a little musty and old feeling. There were a good amount of outlets around the bed but some of them were so old that either plugs weren't able to hold in place or your devices were not charging fast enough. The water park itself was very nice. It was heated with a heated water. This was appreciated since the outdoor temps were 0 degrees or colder. However, we could not tell while in the water park. There was a nice section for little babies and toddlers. And they had a separate giant splash pad area for older kids to run around and up/down. We loved the lazy river. Overall, despite some comments of how bad this place is. In reality... look at the price, and I am not sure why people are expecting 5 star resort feeling. It fit the bill and we had a great time. Our room was old but it was clean. We would be back in the future.

There is NOTHING Great about this lodge! The place is an…read moreabsolute disgrace. Don't waste your time or hard earned money here. It's a big marketing scam; front desk staff pushes unnecessary add ons like: Paw Passes which come with undisclosed limitations, dinning and breakfast options with "sub par" food to say the least. When you are attempting to use the benefits you paid for, there are stipulations the front desk conveniently doesn't mention. An example is the $100 hold they place on your form of payment in addition to your deposit if you purchase said meal plans. "Common knowledge" they said is that in order for ALL charges to clear, it can take up to a week or more in contrast, they, GWL take their money immediately, but arent as quick to refund yours in the event of any error committed on their part. Lets talk about their filthy rooms... The 1st room we checked into reaked of smoke, there were cigarette debris, and an obvious lingering smell that penetrated your nostrils at first breath. There were lipstick marks on used cups that werent discarded amongst other things. Due to the obvious lack of cleanliness in this room, we were moved to room #2 in the same tower. The 2nd room was disgusting amd even worse. A night supervisor came in to inspect and was left with his mouth open from the decrepit condition it was in. There were pubic hairs found in the wolf den, urine stains, tears on the sheets, and something that resembled bugs underneath the bunks and other debris. I asked to speak with a floor manager immediately as I needed a witness to inspect the atrocities. Susan arrived and made an attempt to downplay the situation however; even she couldn't hide her disgust for said conditions and moved us yet again. Now, all this moving from room to room didn't come free; they didnt disclose that they were charging my card every time they moved us to a different room, they failed to inform us that this move made it look like I had reserved several rooms under one card. This meant that every time a clerk opened my reservation, it appeared to look like I made several reservations under one name! WHAT THE ACTUAL HECK! Due to this frustrating situation that took practically MOST of our time, energy, and patience, the kids didn't get a chance to enjoy what we paid for. They went to bed late, irritable and disappointed. This incredible story doesn't end here; there is more but honestly, I'm too tired and frustrated to keep adding on and the stress of reliving it makes my blood boil. Due to the misery and stress this caused, we checked out early. I am writing this for the moms and the families that seek a nice, worry free vacation at a place that boasts about its amenities and its family friendly environment. Dont go here. Save your time, sanity, and effort for a business that appreciates & takes care of its customers. No place is perfect, I know, but businesses can start by correcting their mistakes and taking corrective measures to ensure their patrons are prioritized. This trip took place 8-6-26 and ended prematurely 8-7-26. I have to wait for the charges to clear and will keep you all posted; yet another headache. I will add pictures at a different time.

Was a great day for my grandaughter 13 birthday!!!!! We had an amazing time with her best friendsread more

Dear Hurricane Harbor, 7/31/26 I'm am…read moredeeply disappointed, and concerned with the service here at this water park. Specifically, Pink Flamingo Café. First of all, on July 31st, between 11:19 - 11:30AM, I got my food. which were chicken tenders with waffle fries. I was furious when the worker asked me if I wanted sauce with my chicken tenders. Not because she asked me if I wanted it, but the selections she gave me. Ranch, Ketchup, and Barbecue sauce. Now, let me ask you, what kind of psychopath would put ranch on their chicken tenders? Your workers are obviously not the "smartest of the bunch". Adding on to this, as I sat down to eat my food, I picked up a waffle fry. As I was about to eat it, I noticed a moldy green substance on my fry. Now, I'm no genius, but the last time I checked, mold should not be served with waffle fries. Is this really what I paid for? I paid money, just to find out that my fries have mold on them. So since one had mold, like any other sane person would do, I checked if any others did. And I found several fries with mold on them. Now before I threw them out, since I already wasted my money, I tried to refund my fries, and they said no. Since when do you guys not except refunds? Instinctively, I checked the chicken tenders for any anomalies on them. And "shocker" I found a shard of glass on my chicken tenders. How the hell is this even possible?! You might as well hire a hitman to kill me at this point. I Highly recommend a contamination check on your restaurant Pink Flamingo Café. I would rather take a 6 month vacation the Epstein's Island, and after that live in North Korea for a year, than ever go to Hurricane Harbor again. I would rather be locked in a room with Jeffrey Dahmer, and P. Diddy than ever go to Hurricane Harbor again. And finally, id rather jump of the Empire State Building tied to the most annoying girl I know, while Taylor swift is playing. Also, you might want to preform an IQ check on your employee's. And please fire whoever hired these monsters. Now whatever you do, do not fire this one guy that I met at Pink Flamingo Café, we're chill, because he called me tuff. List of other complaints I have: The water slides aren't even fun The bathrooms smell like shi I have to carry this bulky ahh tube up endless flights of wooden stairs There was a girl who said she liked me and then started stalking me My rating: 0/10 I'm never going there again I highly recommend turning around if this place is in a mile radius of you. In conclusion, Hurricane Harbor genuinely sucks P.S. you better make some changes to this so-called "water park", because I spent way to much time writing this full on novel. your lucky I'm too lazy to sue you And one more thing, if I could swear in this review, your whole organization would run out of business in a day lil bro Oh and one last thing, I HAVE 3 WITNESSES OF THE INCIDENT, SO DO NOT TRY TO ACT LIKE NOTHING HAPPENED Sincerely, You don't deserve to know my name. Bye

Are you brave enough to face the Goliath? If you are, then the hour long wait that you are…read moreprobably going to go through will definitely pay off at the end. What makes this coaster take my breath away (literally at times) is the fact that all you have is a frickin lap belt and no harness. There's not really even anything to hold on to except for this little loop on your seat belt. And i dont think its even made for that. I just tried finding anything that I can wrap my hands on to feel somewhat secure before conquering this giant of a coaster. And yes, although only being secured by a measley lap belt, you go upside down in loops. So the only thing holding you in to your seat other than that lap belt is pure G-force. That first drop is all that. Its the steepest one here at the park at an 85 degree angle and you are going at it at such a high speed! Pure adrenaline rush for you junkies out there. Keep in mind that this is another wooden coaster here but so much smoother than that of the Viper and old man American Eagle. I believe this is the best roller coaster here at Six Flags and of course, my favorite. Try riding it at night and enjoy the view before that first 180 ft drop!

Alright like that was such a small little jam packed punch of a RMC Hybrid Coaster in such a small…read moreunassuming area that achieves greatness at every step of the lift hill! The structure for this coaster is crazy it's the first of the wood meets steal hybrids I've seen that had this type of inversion where you spend a good amount of time upside down as the hang time is just not seen anywhere else! Goliath doesn't let you down in anyway whatsoever at any point as the entire ride was smooth and just super enjoyable at every twist and turn to the point of which it feels like you are still riding the classic wooden coaster right until you see that next Hybrid inversion coming at you with a good amount of speed! The line for Goliath can get super long I say this as the day we came to the park it wasn't that busy so do make sure you hit this ride early! Goliath here is awesome and I'll be looking forward to riding it the next time I visit this radical park of Six Flags Great America!

Do you love rollercoasters? If the answer is yes, this is the ride for you…read more The Wrath of Rakshasa is a new inverted dive coaster that just opened at the end of May in 2025. Five inversions. A drop that is more than vertical. Speed of up to 67 MPH. A definite adrenaline rush. Interestingly, I heard about this ride the day before we went to Six Flags from a grad student that I met at a mindful meditation class. He said that it was one of the top rollercoasters that he had been on. I agree! A great way to start a day of riding rollercoasters at Six Flags Great America.

Six Flags Great America is filled with rollercoasters. In DC Universe, you can find rides and…read morerollercoasters that are Superhero and Super-Villain themed. Loved The Flash, The Joker and the DC Super-Villains Swing. Next time would check out Batman, but not on a day when the wait is 90+ minutes. Surprised that none of the rollercoasters that we went on had photo ops.

Carousel Columbia and Columbia Carousel are a pair of double decker carousels at Six Flags in…read moreCalifornia and Illinois. The carousel in California is the tallest carousel in the world at 101 feet and the one at Six Flags Great America is the second tallest at 100 feet. They were built almost 50 years ago on 1976. Each of the horses and animals is a replica of a famous carved carousel animal. The paintings reflect American history. When I visited Six Flags Great America with my daughter, I told her that this is how we should end our day of riding rollercoasters and that is exactly what we did. Climbed the stairs to the second level. Then chose a row of jumping horses and we were on our way. Such a great way to end the day at Six Flags Great America.

Excellent location for a Birthday Party any age & any size group!…read moreVery Economical & fun for all ages!

Love this place good for family and friends good food good games great parking great Priceread more