Many rides at Michigan's Adventure are dynamic and thrilling. For your protection, each ride is rated for its special features, such as high speed, steep drops, sharp turns and other dynamic forces. Restrictions for guests of extreme size (height or weight) are posted at certain rides.
If you have questions regarding your ability to safely particpate, please refer to our
Rider Safety Guide, or call 231.766.9959.
Height measurements are made with shoes in the ride park, and barefoot in the waterpark.
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48-53 Inches |
54-59 Inches |
60+ Inches |
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Drummer Boy |
MA |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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This is a family ride that travels a circular path while individual seats rotate on an axis. Each rider must be secured by a seatbelt which secures around the rider's pelvis. Seatbelts must be fastened and tightened at all times. Maximum weight is 1,000 pounds per drum.
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Speed Splashers |
MA |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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This is a family attraction that travels in a circular path in water. Seating may not accommodate very large individuals. Maximum weight is 260 pounds per boat. The restraint mechanism is a seatbelt which spans the seat. Seatbelts must be fastened and tightened at all times.
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Winky the Whale |
MA |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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This is a family ride that travels a circular path. The restraint mechanism is a seatbelt designed to hold guests in the ride by securing across the lap. Seatbelts must be fastened and tightened at all times. Seating may not accommodate very large or very tall individuals.
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Kiddie Cars |
MA |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
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This is a children's ride that travels a circular path. This ride is designed for children 54 inches and under. Adults may not ride. The restraint mechanism is a seatbelt designed to hold guests in the ride by securing across the lap. Seatbelts must be fastened and tightened at all times. Weight limit is 100 pounds per seat.
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Motorcycles |
MA |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
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This is a children's ride that travels a circular path and pops wheelies. This ride is designed for children 54" and under. Adults may not ride. The restraint mechanism is a seatbelt designed to hold guests in the ride by securing across the lap. Seatbelts must be fastened and tightened at all times. Weight limit is 100 pounds per seat.
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Jolly Roger |
WA |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
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An interactive water playground for children with slides and play elements. Maximum water depth is 3 feet.
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Treehouse Harbor |
WA |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
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An interactive water playground for children with slides and play elements. Maximum water depth is 3 feet.
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Half-Pint Paradise |
WA |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
N |
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Water play area with two small slides. Adults must be accompanied by someone under 48 inches tall. Maximum water depth is 1 foot 6 inches.
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Airplanes |
MA |
A |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
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This is a children's ride that travels a circular path and can go up into the air. This ride is designed for children 54 inches and under. Children less than 36" must be accompanied. The restraint mechanism is a seatbelt designed to hold guests in the ride by securing across the lap. Seatbelts must be fastened and tightened at all times. Weight limit is 75 pounds per seat.
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Elephants |
MA |
A |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
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This is a children's ride that travels a circular path and can go up into the air. This ride is designed for children 54 inches and under. Children less than 36" must be accompanied. The restraint mechanism is a seatbelt designed to hold guests in the ride by securing across the lap. Seatbelts must be fastened and tightened at all times. Weight limit is 75 pounds per seat.
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Mini Enterprise |
MA |
A |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
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This is a children's ride that travels a circular path and can go up into the air. This ride is designed for children 54 inches and under. Children less than 36" must be accompanied. The restraint mechanism is a seatbelt designed to hold guests in the ride by securing across the lap. Seatbelts must be fastened and tightened at all times. Weight limit is 75 pounds per seat.
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Boogie Beach |
WA |
A |
A |
A |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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A large wave pool with depths ranging from zero to 7 feet. Larger waves. Only strong swimmers are recommended in deep water. A life jacket is required for anyone who is less than 48" tall in bare feet or is an inexperienced or non swimmer. Guests under 42" are required to wear life jackets and be accompanied by a responsible person.
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Commotion Ocean |
WA |
A |
A |
A |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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A family wave pool with depths ranging from zero to 5 feet. Smaller waves. A life jacket is required for anyone who is less than 48" tall in bare feet or is an inexperienced or non swimmer. Guests under 42" are required to wear life jackets and be accompanied by a responsible person.
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Lazy River |
WA |
A |
A |
A |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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River tube ride which is 2 feet 8 inches deep. Single rider tubes and double riders tubes may be used. Guests must accompany a tube in the river. A life jacket is required for anyone who is less than 48" tall in bare feet or is an inexperienced or non swimmer. Guests under 42" are required to wear life jackets and be accompanied by a responsible person.
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Tidal Wave |
WA |
A |
A |
A |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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Our original wave pool with depths ranging from zero to 6 feet. Medium waves. A life jacket is required for anyone who is less than 48" tall in bare feet or is an inexperienced or non swimmer. Guests under 42" are required to wear life jackets and be accompanied by a responsible person.
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Be-Bop Blvd |
MA |
A |
A |
A |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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This is an electrical car ride designed for families that travels along a track. Riders must be 42" or accompanied by a responsible person. Due to the unique nature of the cars, seating may not accommodate very large or very tall individuals. The restraint mechanism is a seatbelt designed to hold guests in the ride by securing across the lap. Seatbelts must be fastened at all times.
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Carousel |
MA |
A |
A |
A |
A |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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This is a circular ride with seats mounted on animals that move up and down. Guests must be able to hold on to the animal and also grip the animal with his/her legs. Riders must be capable of straddling the animal on which he/she is riding. Chariot seating is available. Weight limit is 170 pounds per animal and 680 pounds per chariot. Any rider under 46" must be accompanied by a responsible person.
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Tilt-A-Whirl |
MA |
A |
A |
A |
A |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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This is a circular ride where cars pivot by centrifugal force created by the ride's rotating table. The restraint mechanism is a lap bar designed to hold guests in the ride by securing across the lap. The height requirement is 46" or accompanied by a responsible person. Maximum weight limit is 800 pounds per car.
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Timbertown Railway |
MA |
A |
A |
A |
A |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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This is a traditional train ride. Riders should appear to be comfortably seated and be capable of hanging on. Hand-held infants must be seated in the center of the bench with a responsible person. The height requirement is 46" or accompanied by a responsible person. Weight limit is 430 pounds per seat.
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Giant Gondola Wheel |
MA |
A |
A |
A |
A |
A |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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This is a family ride that travels 360 degrees in the air with 20 gondolas suspended from the outer rim of the wheel. Similar to a Ferris wheel. Riders must be 48" tall or accompanied by a responsible person. Maximum weight per gondola is 1,296 pounds. Single riders are not permitted.
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Sea Dragon |
MA |
A |
A |
A |
A |
A |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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This is a swinging boat ride. There is a height requirement of 48" or accompanied by a responsible person. The restraint mechanism is a lap bar designed to hold all guests in the seat by securing across thighs. Due to the unique restraint mechanism of this unit, seating may not accommodate very large individuals. Weight limit is 680 pounds per seat row.
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Swan Boats |
MA |
A |
A |
A |
A |
A |
A |
Y |
Y |
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These are swan-shaped two person paddle boats. Boats are paddled with foot pedals similar to a bicycle and controlled with a tiller. One rider must be able to reach the pedals and pedal the boat sufficiently. Boarding time and special access via the exit. All riders must wear life jackets which are provided.
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Frog Hopper |
MA |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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This is a children's ride that goes up in the air and provides a bouncy trip down. This ride is designed for children over the height of 36 inches. Small adults may ride. The restraint mechanism is a lap bar designed to hold all guests in the seat by securing across thighs. There is also a seatbelt designed to hold guests in the ride by securing across the lap. Seatbelts must be fastened and tightened at all times. Due to the unique restraint mechanism of this unit, seating may not accommodate very large individuals. There is a 600 pound total weight limit per ride.
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Big Dipper |
MA |
N |
A |
A |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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This is a family roller coaster. The height requirement is 42" tall to ride alone or 36" accompanied by a responsible person. The restraint mechanism is a lap bar designed to hold guests in the ride by securing across the lap of the riders. There is also a seatbelt that is designed to hold guests into the ride by securing across the lap. Seatbelts must be fastened and tightened at all times. Due to the nature of a family roller coaster, seating may not accommodate very large or very tall individuals. Weight limit is 170 pounds per seat.
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Logger's Run |
MA |
N |
A |
A |
A |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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This is a water flume ride. To ride, guests must be able to maneuver into rocking boat and brace self for plunge down run-out and impact with water. All riders must be capable of entering and exiting the boats with very limited assistance. The height requirement is 46" to ride alone; guests between 36" and 46" may ride accompanied by a responsible person. Warning: This ride contains strobe lighting.
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Dodgem Rider |
MA |
N |
A |
A |
A |
A |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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This is a bumper car ride. Guest should be able to brace to maintain seated position during ride, including bumping into other cars. If the guest cannot steer and depress accelerator while seated normally, another individual must accompany the guest to drive. The seatbelt must be fastened across the chest and under the arms of each rider at all times. Driver must be at least 48" tall.
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Scrambler |
MA |
N |
A |
A |
A |
A |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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Rotating cars are mounted on counter-rotating arms, which produce strong accelerations, changes in force, and direction rapidly. The height requirement is 48" to ride alone; guests 36-48" may ride accompanied by a responsible person. Maximum weight limit is 510 pounds per car.
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Go-Karts Rider |
MA |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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To drive, guests need to be able to steer the car and operate the brake and gas pedals, which requires both feet due to car design. Drivers must have sufficient visual acuity to maneuver in traffic. Drivers must be at least 60" tall and 12 years of age. Passengers must be at least 40" tall and be accompanied by a driver who is 16 years old and holds a valid driver's license. The restraint system is a three point over-the-shoulder harness designed to hold guests in the ride by securing between the legs. The harness must be fastened and tightened at all times.
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Zach's Zoomer |
MA |
N |
N |
A |
A |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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This is a junior wooden roller coaster. There is a height requirement of 40" when accompanied by a responsible person, or 46" unaccompanied. The restraint mechanism is a lap bar designed to hold guests in the ride by securing across the thighs, and a seatbelt which spans the bench. Seatbelts must be fastened and tightened at all times. Due to the nature of a junior roller coaster, seating may not accommodate very large or very tall individuals. Wheelchairs should enter and exit via the exit ramp. Warning: This ride contains strobe lighting.
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Cyclone Zone |
WA |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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Three slides where guests choose one slide to ride down on a tube. Single rider tubes and double rider tubes may be used. The minimum height requirement is 42". Guests must carry tubes to top of the tower. Maximum water depth is 3 feet 6 inches. Access to tower requires guests to walk up steps. Guests should be aware that one of the slides empties into the Lazy River where the life jacket policy will be enforced.
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Snake Pit |
WA |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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Three, dark, enclosed tube slides where guests choose one slide to ride down on a tube. Only single rider tubes may be used. Guests must carry tubes to top of the tower. The minimum height requirement is 42". Access to tower requires guests to walk up steps. Maximum water depth is 3 feet 8 inches.
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Grand Rapids |
MA |
N |
N |
N |
A |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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This is a nine-person-raft, river rapids ride. You will get soaked! Rafts float and bounce down high-speed rapids, often rotating rapidly after impacting with the bank of the ride. Guests must transfer in and out of wet rafts. The restraint mechanism is a seatbelt designed to hold guests in the ride by securing across the bench. Seatbelts must be fastened at all times. Special Access via exit.
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ThunderBolt |
MA |
N |
N |
N |
A |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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This is a high speed, circular ride that follows a rolling up and down platform. There are two restraint mechanisms; the first is a lap bar designed to hold guests in the ride by securing across the lap and the second is a seatbelt that secures the rider across the pelvis. Seatbelts must be fastened and tightened at all times. Wheelchair entrance is available at the front exit of the ride. The height requirement is 46" to ride alone; guests 42-46" may ride accompanied by a responsible person. Weight limit is 340 pounds per car.
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Trabant |
MA |
N |
N |
N |
A |
A |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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This is a circular ride that rises to a tilted position while rotating forward producing changes of force and direction rapidly. The height requirement is 48" to ride alone; guests 42-48" may ride accompanied by a responsible person. The restraint mechanism is a lap bar designed to hold guests in the ride by securing across the lap. Weight limit is 340 pounds per seat.
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Falling Star |
MA |
N |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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This is a ride where guests are seated on a multi-level platform that remains parallel to the ground at all times. The platform swings back and forth in a semi-circular motion until completing a full 360 degrees several times before changing direction. There is a height requirement of 46". The restraint mechanism is a lap bar designed to hold guests in the ride by securing across the lap. Weight limit is 170 pounds per seat.
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Adventure Falls |
MA |
N |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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Water flume ride with a large 20-passenger boat. There is a height requirement of 46". Adventure Falls produces a large splash; whether riding or standing on the Adventure Falls Bridge, you will become completely soaked. The restraint mechanism is a lap bar designed to hold guests in the ride by securing across the laps of all riders. Weight limit is 3,400 pounds per boat.
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Mad Mouse |
MA |
N |
N |
N |
N |
A |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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This is a medium-high speed roller coaster with dips and sharp curves. There is a height requirement of 44". Guests between 44" and 48" must be accompanied by a responsible person. The restraint mechanism is a lap bar designed to hold guests in the ride by securing across the thighs and a seatbelt designed to hold guests in the ride by securing across the lap. Seatbelts must be fastened and tightened at all times.
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Corkscrew |
MA |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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This is a looping roller coaster that turns riders upside down twice. There is a height requirement of 48". The restraint mechanism is a shoulder harness designed to hold riders in the ride by securing over the shoulders and across the chest. Due to this unique restraint mechanism, seating may not accommodate very large individuals. Wheelchairs should enter and exit via the exit.
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Dodgem Driver |
MA |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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This is a bumper car ride. Guest should be able to brace to maintain seated position during ride, including bumping into other cars. If the guest cannot steer and depress accelerator while seated normally, another individual must accompany the guest to drive. The seatbelt must be fastened across the chest and under the arms of each rider at all times. Driver must be at least 48" tall.
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Flying Trapeze |
MA |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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This is a swing ride with free hanging swings suspended from an elevated, turning, slanted tower. There is a height requirement of 48". The restraint mechanism is a lap bar secured by a safety restraint designed to hold guests in the seat. There is also a restraint mechanism designed to secure the guest in the seat around the pelvis by seatbelt. Seatbelts must be fastened at all times. Due to the unique double restraint mechanism of this ride unit, seating may not accommodate very large individuals. Weight limit is 170 pounds per seat. Guests with any type of prostheses should not ride this attraction.
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HydroBlaster |
MA |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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This ride consists of two enclosed slides for one or two passengers that will give the rider roller coaster type drops as they slide through a wet and winding course. Minimum weight per raft is 90 pounds. Maximum weight per raft is 350 pounds. The height requirement is 48" or taller.
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Ripcord |
MA |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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Guests must be 48" tall to fly. This is a SkyCoaster ride that features a 180 foot tethered free-fall at high speeds. Guests wear a full body harness that supports the flyer in a prone position. The harness is connected to the flight support cables. By reason of the restraint system inherent in the flight suits, it is necessary that the flyers possess two arms sufficient to be contained and restrained by the shoulder pads, and at least one leg sufficient to be contained and restrained by a leg strap.
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Shivering Timbers |
MA |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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This is a high speed, wooden roller coaster. There is a height requirement of 48". Riders should be able to maintain postural control during the dynamics of the ride that includes strong accelerations, changing forces, and directions rapidly. There are two restraint mechanisms; the first is a lap bar designed to hold guests in the ride by securing across the thighs. The second restraint is a seatbelt that secures the rider around the pelvis. Seatbelts must be fastened and tightened at all times. Wheelchairs should enter and exit via the exit ramp. Seating may not accommodate very large individuals. Warning: This ride contains strobe lighting.
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Wolverine Wildcat |
MA |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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This is a high speed, wooden roller coaster. There is a height requirement of 48". Seating may not accommodate very large or very tall individuals. There are two restraint mechanisms; the first is a lap bar designed to hold guests in the ride by securing across the thighs. The second restraint is a seatbelt that secures the rider around the pelvis. Seatbelts must be fastened and tightened at all times. Wheel chairs should enter and exit via the exit ramp.
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Funnel of Fear |
WA |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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Large tube slide for two to four riders who will travel through an enclosed slide before entering a funnel. Weight limit per raft is 700 lb. The minimum height requirement is 48". Guests must carry tubes to top of the tower. Access to tower requires guests to walk up steps. Maximum water depth is 3 feet.
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Mammoth River |
WA |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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Large raft slide for two or three riders. The minimum height requirement is 48". Weight limit per tube is 600 pounds. Guests must carry a raft to top of the tower. Access to tower requires guests to walk up steps. Maximum water depth is 3 feet.
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Mine Shaft |
WA |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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Large, dark, enclosed tube slide for two or three riders. The minimum height requirement is 48". Weight limit per raft is 600 pounds. Guests must carry a raft to top of the tower. Access to tower requires guests to walk up steps. Maximum water depth is 3 feet.
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Ridge Rider & Wild Slide |
WA |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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Two high speed body slides with sudden drops designed for single riders. The minimum height requirement is 48". Access to tower requires guests to walk up steps.
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Slidewinders |
WA |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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Three single rider partially enclosed serpentine body slides. The minimum height requirement is 48". Access to tower requires guests to walk up steps. Maximum water depth is 3 feet 6 inches.
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Thunderhawk |
MA |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
52" |
Y |
Y |
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This is a suspended roller coaster with cars that hang down from the track as the ride drops and turns. The shoulder harness must be fastened securely across the chest at all times. Special access is via the exit to the left of the entrance. Transfer required. Guests must be 52" tall and less than 80" tall to ride.
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Go-Karts Driver |
MA |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
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To drive, guests need to be able to steer the car and operate the brake and gas pedals, which requires both feet due to car design. Drivers must have sufficient visual acuity to maneuver in traffic. Drivers must be at least 60" tall and 12 years of age. Passengers must be at least 40" tall and be accompanied by a driver who is 16 years old and holds a valid driver's license. The restraint system is a three point over-the-shoulder harness designed to hold guests in the ride by securing between the legs. The harness must be fastened and tightened at all times.
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