List of former Hersheypark attractions

Like all amusement parks, Hersheypark has removed a number of rides and attractions over the years.

Past characters

As a part of the adding a gate and one-price admission to Hersheypark, costume characters were now a part of the park's entertainment program. While walk-around Hershey candy bars have always been a part of this, Hersheypark had its own mascot characters in the late 70s and 80s. These included the Furry Tales, which were three brightly-colored animals - a skunk, a bear, and a chipmunk.^[1] These characters were featured in promotional materials, daily shows^[2], and even had their own shop selling plush toys in Rhineland. To this day, the shop continues to sell toys. Other discontinued characters include Pistol Pete and the rare character Kaptain Kid.

Past roller coasters

Ride	Opened	Closed	Description
Mini-Comet	1974	1978-79?	A steel kiddie roller coaster built by Carl Miler.
Turbulence	Cancelled		Turbulence was cancelled in 2004 before ever being built for the 2005 season.
Toboggan	1972[3]	1977	A Chance Rides Toboggan coaster, this was an extremely compact steel coaster that went through a vertical lift hill. This ride was actually two Chance Toboggan coasters right next to each other, which were located where the Mini Himalaya is now.
Wild Cat	June 16, 1923	September 1945	Hersheypark's first rollercoaster jointly owned between Hershey and Philadelphia Tobaggan Company. The station was located in Minetown and it's turn around in what is now Trailblazer.

Past Rides

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Ride	Closed	Opened	Description
Canyon River Rapids	2008	1987	A river rafting ride that soaked guests with waterfalls. For years, Get The Picture Corporation sold videos of the ride for purchase after disembarking. It was the first ride video system in the world. However, in 2005 they switched to a two-picture system (upstream and downstream), and later sold only one photo of each raft. Canyon River Rapids was removed for the 2009 expansion of the Boardwalk, and many of its old boats now are used on the Raging Rapids ride at Kennywood.
Rodeo	2008	1978	Originally named "Trabant". Rodeo was located at the present location of Tiny Timbers. Rodeo was moved to Pioneer Frontier in 1988 after removal of the Timbler Rattler. Moved to Dutch Wonderland. Also spent time at Lake Compounce while that park was owned by the park.
Western Chute-Out	2007	1988	Originally named "Frontier Chute Out", this ride contained a pair of winding water-tubes (known as "Winding Rivers" - originally named "Slidewinder") and a pair of straight water-slides (known as "Straight Shooters" - originally named "Pistol Pete's Plunge"). However, the "Straight Shooters" were converted into straight water-tubes upon the name-change. For both the "Winding Rivers" and the "Straight Shooters", there were "light" and "dark" tubes; in the dark tubes it was at times impossible, especially on the Winding Rivers, to know which way you were going. Guests on the Winding Rivers tended to get much wetter than the Straight Shooters because of the sharp, fast turns. As of December 2007, the ride has been disassembled to make way for Fahrenheit (roller coaster), which opened in 2008.
Paddleboats	2006	1973	An Additional Charge ride where riders paddeled along Spring Creek. It has not been replaced by another ride or attraction.
Chaos	2005	1999	A Chance Chaos in Midway America. Replaced with Coastline Plunge in 2007.
Giant Wheel	2004	1973	An Intamin AG ride replaced with the relocations of Balloon Flight and Starship America.
Wells Cargo	2003	1964	Kiddie Whip ride, replaced by a food stand in Pioneer Frontier. Moved to Dutch Wonderland.
Conestoga	2002	1984	A Huss Rainbow, replaced by Pioneer Frontier Virtual Theater. Is currently operating at Lake Winnepesaukah.
Cyclops	2002	1980[3]	A Huss Enterprise, replaced by The Claw. The ride currently operates in Canada.
Earthmovers	2002	1975	Originated as "Tiny Tanks" before being refurbished into a bulldozer ride in 1980.[3] Replaced by the Mini Pirate. Moved to Dutch Wonderland.
Crazy Climbers	2003	1999[3]	A jungle gym rope climbing ride that used to be inside of the Midway Tent along with Tiger's Tail and Moonwalk which are now only open on the candylane and halloween events.
Rotor	1995	1969[3]	Rotor, replaced in its location by the Tilt-A-Whirl
Auto Skooters	1994	1978[3]	Kiddie bumper cars. Replaced with Rolling Rovers when it moved under the Fender Bender.
Sky Ride	1992	1974	Transported riders on 30 cars between Rhineland and Minetown, with over 1,268 feet between each station.[4] The Rhineland station is now used for Central PA's Kosher Mart, and the Great Bear's station now exists where the Minetown station once stood. The ride now operates at Dreamworld Park in Thailand and is called Cable Car.
Coal Shaker	1990	1978	"Cuddle up" ride with coal-themed cars. Stood where the Convoy, Red Baron, and Frog Hopper are today. This replaced the original installed in 1947.
Himalaya	1989	1975	A Reverchon Himalaya. Originally located beside what is now Paddleboat Cafe, where the Twin Ferris Wheels were. The ride was moved in 1976 to where the Flying Falcon is now, to make room for the SooperDooperLooper.
Cinemavision	1989	1983	A theater attraction which was a geodesic-domed theater showing panoramic films on a floor-to-ceiling screen.[3] Converted into "Frontier Meeting House" (a magic room attraction) in 1986, then the "Double R-cade" in 1990. The building is now known as the "Playdome Arcade."
Timber Rattler	1987	1984	A Schwarzkopf Polyp ride. Replaced by the relocation of the Rodeo.
Monster	1983[3]	1972	A spinning flat ride. Replaced by Tilt-a-Whirl, where Tiny Tracks stands today.
Round Up			A stand-up, circular spinning ride, placed where Music Box Theater is today.
The Flying Bobs	1982	1978	Replaced the Twin Toboggans. Replaced by Balloon Flite.[3]
The Bug	1981[3]	1932	A larger version of the still present Lady Bugs. Existed where Wave Swinger is today.
Paratrooper	1980[2]	1967	A paratrooper ride, where the Hersheypark Amphitheater stands today.
Tip Top	1980[2]	???	A sit-down spinning ride, placed where Music Box Theater is today.
Twin Ferris Wheels	1975[3]	1950	Two side-by-side Eli Bridge Company Ferris wheels. Replaced by Himalaya.
The Pretzel	1964[3]	1931	An indoor dark ride, converted into the "Golden Nugget" in 1964. Replaced with Fender Bender. Scenery from the ride can still be seen today on the Dry Gulch Railroad.
Golden Nugget	1973[3]	1964	An indoor dark ride. Replaced with a Shooting Gallery. Scenery from the ride can still be seen today on the Dry Gulch Railroad.
Golden Nugget Shooting Gallery	1978[3]	1973	Converted from a dark ride into a shooting gallery, the scenery from can still be seen today on the Dry Gulch Railroad. The building was demolished and replaced by the Fender Bender.
Miniature Railroad	1973	1910	A narrow-gauge railway that was designed by Ernest H. Miller, of Lancaster, Pennsylvania.[3] The train is currently under restoration status, the status however is unknown.
Aerial Joy Ride	1962	1940	Bought from the New York's World Fair after it closed. It cost $25,000 (equal to $391,548 today). Replaced by Klaus AeroJets (now Starship America) in 1962. (Was located where a milk can game is today.[3]
Mill Chute	1972	1929[3]	Early dark ride with a water splashdown, located alongside Spring Creek near the area of the Wave Swinger. In 1963, this ride was re-themed by Bill Tracy, and became the Lost River, and was later destroyed by Tropical Storm Agnes in 1972. The park's Coal Cracker ride was designed with some similarities to the Mill Chute.
Carousel (Dentzel)	1944	1912	Built by William Dentzel. The Carousel had 52 animals and 2 chariots. In 1929, the carousel was moved into a new pavilion by Spring Creek. After it was removed, it operated at Knott's Berry Farm.[3]
The Flying Coaster	1973	1964	A Norman Bartlett-designed ride. The last known operating model is at Kennywood.
The Whipperoo	1975	1937[3]	A Mangels whip. Located where the Tilt-a-Whirl stands today. Moved to area where Flying Falcon is. Replaced by Himalaya in 1976.
Notes: 1. ^ During 1998, Western Chute-Out removed its original slides from New Wave Rides. New slides, from Proslide, were installed in their place.
Unknown year removed from park
Death Valley Funhouse	???	1938	This funhouse was converted to "Laugh Land" in 1940.[3]
Custer Car Ride	???	1936	Gas-powered car ride. Built near the current Aquatheater.[3]

Other past attractions

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Name	Closed	Opened	Description
Frontier Virtual Theatre	2007	2003	A virtual reality game, it had three rows of seats where people sat and stomped with their feet, etc. Replaced Conestoga; being replaced by a Wisdom Tornado called Howler.
Little Red Caboose	2005	1969[3]	An antique Reading Railroad caboose, which was originally used for birthday parties, before the park began using it as the "Lost Children's Caboose" in the 70's. While vacant today, the caboose itself is in the park behind the Music Box Theater.
Blacksmith's Shop	2004	???	Located next to Whistle Stop in Pioneer Frontier. Is currently a face-painting booth.
Haunted Harvest	2004	2004	A Halloween walk-through attraction which featured live actors. Existed in the Tidal Force and Canyon River Rapids catering areas.
Nightlights	2004	2001	A laser light show that took place in Midway America. There were several shows that ran throughout the years, including Halloween (Frightlights) and Christmas (Brightlights) versions. Due to the powerful lasers used in the performance, the park had to get an FAA clearance before every show. Removed to make way for The Boardwalk, and due to causing much later hours for many employees.
Starlight Arcade	2004	1973	A plaza with celebrity hand-prints in cement, including the Harlem Globetrotters, Mickey Mouse, and Santa Claus. Located where the Milton S. Hershey statue is today. The Osmond family was the first to be honored with their hand-prints in cement.[3] There is one remaining cement hand-print saved from the attraction, next to the operator's booth at the Flying Falcon.
Sweetest Parade on Earth	2004	1993	A daily parade of Hershey's characters and musicians throughout the park.
Encyclopædia Britannica Booth	1998	1984	This started out as a park information booth, and over the years became an advertisement. Located where Reese's Xtreme Cup Challenge is today.
Mini Golf	1997	???	A small mini golf course next to the SooperDooperLooper. Removed to make way for Great Bear.
Dogpatch Dawgs	1993	1986[2]	An audio-animatronic band of five dogs that appeared in a gazebo in Pioneer Frontier. Currently, the gazebo, in front of the Sidewinder is used for various entertainment acts.[5]
Kid's Stuff	1991	1981	This "land" opened as a playground and activities for kids before being renamed Kaptian Kid's Kove in 1986.[3] A pirate-themed show was added during the transformation. Located where Trailblazer Catering is today.
Der Deitsch Platz	1991	1973	A showcase for local Pennsylvania Dutch artisans, including blacksmith, glassblower, weaver, spinner, and leather worker.[3] Located in and around the Craft Barn.
Petting Zoo (a.k.a. Animal Garden)	1980	1972	When closed, it was converted into Trailblazer Catering.[3]
Dancing Waters	1979	1974	A light show and water pageant, performed on Spring Creek across from the Comet. During the show, jets would propel water from 15 to 150 feet in the air. The official name of the attraction was "Harold Steinman's Dancing Waters", though this was only used the first year.[4]

Planned but never built

Indian Village area was going to be built where Stormrunner stands, but you can see an old western themed motel, and Native American models placed in a small grassy area.

New England fishing village with saltbox style houses and regional food specialties. This area was planned to be constructed along Spring Creek by the Wave Swinger.

Rhine River Cruise

Rerouted monorail track complete with modern monorail trains

The Coal Cracker was planned to be constructed along the side of the hill by the Flying Falcon complete with a large mountain and tunnels.

The park was going to have everything coordinated by color.

Twin Turnpike was going to feature bridges and cross over the road leading to the zoo.

Turbulence

See also

• List of Hersheypark Rides

References

1. ^ Hersheypark's 100 Years of Happy
2. ^ ^{a b c d} Sweetness of Success, Charles J. Jacques, Jr., Amusement Park Journal, 1997
3. ^ ^{a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z} Hershey Community Archives Chronology Database
4. ^ ^{a b} Hershey's Guidebook, Western Publishing Company, 1974.
5. ^ Hersheypark Park Map and Handy Guide, Promotional Materials, 1992.

External links

• Hershey Community Archives official site
• Hersheypark 100 Years of Happy official site
• Hershey Derry Township Historical Society official site