Accessibility Guide

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Accessibility Guide

WELCOME TO DARIEN LAKE!
Darien Lake is Western New York’s family-fun destination,
where you can relax in a variety of accommodations just steps
away from the thrills of rides, shows and a 10-acre Water Park!
This guide is designed to assist you in planning your day, and
provides an overview of services and facilities available for
Guests with disabilities who are visiting Darien Lake.
We are committed to providing a safe and enjoyable
environment for all Guests. This guide is intended to
supplement the Darien Lake Park Map and Guide, which
contains additional Park information. This guide also lists all of
the attractions, rides, shows and Guest assistance areas and
includes symbols that will help you find these areas on the
Park map.
Many theme park rides incorporate safety systems designed
by the manufacturer to accommodate people of average
physical stature and body proportion. These systems may
place restrictions on the ability of an individual to safely
experience the ride. Guests of exceptional proportions; Guests
who have or have had health concerns with their heart, back or
neck; expectant mothers; people who have had recent surgery
and/or injury; and people with casts, braces, or restrictive
devices, may not be safely accommodated by these systems.
For example, height requirements are based on the size
needed for restraint devices to function properly and the level
of developmental maturity usually associated with a certain
height.
Darien Lake’s Ride Admission Policy has been developed
based on the recommendations of the manufacturer, our past
experience and our evaluation of each ride using our
knowledge of the ride in both normal and emergency operating
conditions. Our prime consideration is the ability of each
person to endure the dynamics of a ride without risk of injury to
that person, other riders or Team Members.
Guests who feel affected by this policy are encouraged to visit
the Guest Relations Office to obtain a list of the rides they can
safely ride. The Ride Admission Policy list will provide
information for our ride attendants to help accommodate you.
NOTICE: The information in this guide is subject to change.
Please feel free to contact a Team Member regarding
accessibility prior to boarding a particular ride. You may also
visit Guest Relations for current information on accessibility
and services.
For Park information call:
585.599.4641 OR visit DarienLake.com
Index of Contents
Welcome to DARIEN LAKE! ....................................................... 2
For Park information call: ........................................................ 2
585.599.4641 OR visit DarienLake.com ................................. 2
Index of Contents ................................................................... 3
Accessible Parking ................................................................. 5
Tickets .................................................................................... 5
Guest Relations ...................................................................... 5
Accessible Entrance ............................................................... 5
Wheelchair, ECV and Wagon Rental ..................................... 5
Safety & First Aid .................................................................... 6
Special Dietary Needs ............................................................ 6
Oxygen Tanks ........................................................................ 6
Restrooms .............................................................................. 6
Hearing Impairment ................................................................ 6
Accessible Lodging ................................................................. 7
Theaters ................................................................................. 7
Shops and Restaurants .......................................................... 7
Games .................................................................................... 7
Service Animals ...................................................................... 7
Ride Access Information ............................................................ 8
General Information ................................................................ 8
Guests of Exceptional Size ..................................................... 9
Height Requirements .............................................................. 9
Official Measuring Station ....................................................... 9
Loose Articles ......................................................................... 9
On Ride Camera Policy ........................................................ 10
RE-RIDE POLICY ................................................................. 11
Safety Signage ..................................................................... 11
Before You Ride ................................................................... 12
Definitions ............................................................................. 12
Supervising Companion ....................................................... 12
Accompanied By ................................................................... 12
Hand-held Infant ................................................................... 13
Functioning Extremity ........................................................... 13
Ability to Hold On or Brace ................................................... 13
Participation Criteria ............................................................. 13
Amputations & Prosthetic Devices ....................................... 15
Ride/Attraction Accessibility ................................................. 15
CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING: ........................................... 16
Accessible Boarding Pass Procedure .................................. 16
RIDE RATING SYMBOLS .................................................... 17
PARTICIPATION SYMBOLS ................................................ 18
ACCESSIBILITY SYMBOLS ................................................ 19
RIDES AND ATTRACTIONS ................................................ 20
Bear Valley Bumper Buggies .................................................. 20
Beaver Dam Explorer (located in Beaver Brothers Bay) ......... 21
Blast Off! .................................................................................. 22
Boat Docks (this attraction has an additional fee) ................... 23
Boomerang .............................................................................. 24
Bucky’s Barrels (located in Beaver Brothers Bay) ................... 25
Chucky’s Mud Buckets (located in Beaver Brothers Bay) ....... 26
Corn Popper ............................................................................ 27
Critter Chase (located in Beaver Brothers Bay) ...................... 28
Darien Lake Railway (located in Beaver Brothers Bay) .......... 29
Giant Wheel............................................................................. 30
Grande Carousel ..................................................................... 31
Grand Prix (this attraction has an additional fee) .................... 32
Grizzly Run .............................................................................. 33
Haymaker ................................................................................ 34
Hoot n’ Holler (located in Rowdy’s Ridge) ............................... 35
Hornet’s Nest (located in Rowdy’s Ridge) ............................... 36
Lasso ....................................................................................... 37
Mind Eraser ............................................................................. 38
Moose on the Loose (located in Rowdy’s Ridge) .................... 39
Motocoaster............................................................................. 40
Pirate ....................................................................................... 41
Predator ................................................................................... 42
Raccoon Rally (located in Beaver Brothers Bay) .................... 43
Ranger ..................................................................................... 44
Redhawk (this attraction has an additional fee) ...................... 45
Ride of Steel ............................................................................ 46
Rockwall (this attraction has an additional fee) ....................... 47
Rolling Thunder ....................................................................... 48
Rowdy’s Heave Ho! (located in Rowdy’s Ridge) ..................... 49
Scrambler ................................................................................ 50
Shipwreck Falls ....................................................................... 51
Silver Bullet ............................................................................. 52
Sleighride ................................................................................ 53
Sling Shot (this attraction has an additional fee) ..................... 54
Thunder Rapids Logging Company......................................... 55
Tin Lizzys ................................................................................ 56
Tree Stump Turnpike (located in Beaver Brothers Bay) .......... 57
Twister ..................................................................................... 58
Viper ........................................................................................ 59
Wally’s Weather Balloons........................................................ 60
(located in Beaver Brothers Bay) ............................................ 60
Woody’s Whirlers (located in Beaver Brothers Bay) ............... 61
SPLASHTOWN WATER PARK ............................................ 62
Big Kahuna .............................................................................. 62
Brain Drain .............................................................................. 63
Crocodile Isle ........................................................................... 64
Flotation Station ...................................................................... 65
Hook’s Lagoon ........................................................................ 66
Tornado ................................................................................... 67
Cannonball Run ....................................................................... 68
Mister Twister .......................................................................... 69
Turbo Twins ............................................................................. 70
LODGE ON THE LAKE ........................................................ 71
Hotel Pool ................................................................................ 71
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PARK ACCESSIBILITY GUIDE
Accessible Parking
Accessible parking is utilized on a first-come, first-served basis. All
vehicles using a marked accessible parking space must have a
government-issued license plate or displayed legal parking tag.
When accessible parking is full, Guests will be directed to park in
other Guest parking lots. A Guest drop-off area is also available for
vehicles directed to park in other Guest parking lots.
Tickets
Tickets may be purchased at the Front Gate or online at
www.DarienLake.com. Participating Tops Markets in the Buffalo,
Rochester and Syracuse areas also sell Park tickets. Admission is
included in the overnight packages for all lodging Guests in the
hotel, cabins, campgrounds and RVs.
Guest Relations
Guest Relations provides a variety of services including general
information, ticket information, show schedules, the Ride
Admission Policy and information about services for Guests with
disabilities. Guest Relations is located at the entrance of the Park.
Accessible Entrance
Guests traveling in a wheelchair/Electric Convenience Vehicle or
using a stroller needing special assistance can visit the Guest
Relations window prior to entering.
Upon entering the Park, Guests traveling in a wheelchair/Electric
Convenience Vehicle or using a stroller should enter through the
“Accessible/Stroller Entrance” located at each turnstile.
Wheelchair, ECV and Wagon
Rental
Wheelchairs, Electric Convenience Vehicles (ECVs) and wagons
are available for rent on a first-come, first-served basis, just inside
the Park main entrance, next to Sling Shot. We reserve the right to
refuse entry of any ECV deemed unsafe for operation on Park
grounds due to size, mechanical condition or functionality. Guestowned ECVs must have at least three wheels, measure no wider
than 30 inches, be battery powered and must be operated by a
single operator in a seated position. Please contact Guest
Relations for more information. All Guests using ECVs must
adhere to Park rules, manufacturer’s guidelines and instructions
given during the rental transaction. These rules include:
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Please remain seated at all times
Only a single passenger on each ECV or wheelchair
Drive slowly and cautiously in crowded areas
Yield to pedestrians and strollers
Operate no faster than walking speed
Do not drive over curbs or on steps
Do not make sharp turns at high speeds or while on hills or
ramps
Due to the terrain of the Park, Guests using these devices shall
follow the designated pathways. Leaving the designated pathways
may cause the ECV/wheelchair to become unstable.
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Safety & First Aid
Hook’s Lagoon inside of the Water Park.
Hours: 11:00 am – 7:00 pm.
In the Rowdy’s Ridge area, across from Grizzly Run. Open during
Park operating hours and during concerts.
Overnight assistance is available at the Camp Office located in
Darien Square.
All offices are staffed with state licensed EMTs.
Guests bringing medications that must remain cool and/or extra
oxygen bottles may leave these items at First Aid. Please clearly
label medications and other personal belongings with your name,
address, and phone number. A “Receipt of Medication” will be
provided to you by the First Aid Staff. A receipt and a valid form of
identification may be required to retrieve the items.
IN AN EMERGENCY
Contact any staff member
who will arrange for
immediate First Aid attention
Special Dietary Needs
Guests with special dietary needs due to a medical condition or
Guests with infants will be accommodated. Please see Guest
Relations for assistance.
Oxygen Tanks
Due to the dynamics and certain characteristics of the
rides/attractions, oxygen tanks are only permitted on:
§ Carousel
Oxygen tanks are permitted in theaters, arenas and other enclosed
facilities.
Restrooms
All restrooms are accessible to Guests using wheelchairs and are
marked with the wheelchair symbol throughout the Park.
A Family Restroom is located inside the “Vacations Information
Station” next to the entrance of Shipwreck Falls.
Hearing Impairment
Hearing devices and other electronic devices may be damaged by
water on rides/attractions. Please refer to the ride signage at the
entrance of the ride and take necessary precautions to protect
these items. Due to vibration on most rides, Guests should take
necessary precautions to protect hearing devices.
A pad of paper and pens/pencils are readily accessible at each
ride and/or attraction for Team Members to utilize, to communicate
with Guests as needed.
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Accessible Lodging
You may wish to enjoy our accessible on-site lodging options, just
a short distance from the Park’s gates. Choose from spacious
Lodge on the Lake Hotel rooms as well as our new modern cabins,
which have wheelchair ramps and wide doorways. There are also
upgraded RV sites which can accommodate extra-large RVs with
full electrical services and campsites with concrete pads.
Theaters
All indoor and outdoor theaters have accessible entrances for
Guests with disabilities. Seating is limited and is filled on a firstcome, first-served basis. Due to state fire codes, wheelchairs,
ECVs, strollers and other such devices may not be parked in the
aisles. Check show times on the show schedule or Park signs.
For questions and assistance, please notify an usher/technician.
Shops and Restaurants
Please ask any employee if you need assistance at any time or
have special dietary needs. All menu items served have a detailed
ingredient list available at each restaurant upon request. Allergenfree menu options are also available upon request.
Games
Most games are fully accessible. Games are pay per play.
Service Animals
Service Animals are welcome at Darien Lake. All Service Animals
must remain on a leash or in a harness at all times. Owners are
responsible for disposing of animal waste. Where permitted,
Guests with Service Animals may follow the same attraction
entrance procedures as described for Guests using wheelchairs.
The following are suggestions that will maximize the enjoyment of
Guests with Service Animals:
• We suggest arriving at all shows at least 20 minutes before
show time.
• Although Service Animals are discouraged from riding any
ride, Service Animals may be accommodated on:
§ Giant Wheel
§ Grande Carousel
*Service Animal may sit or stand between two horses or
ride in the chariot.
§ Splashtown Water Park
*Service Animals are not permitted on slides and
attractions, in pools, or in rivers.
Please review additional ride information in this guide to determine
if you feel the ride experience is appropriate for your animal.
Contact a Team Member at the ride for assistance. The Park
cannot be responsible for the Service Animal should the animal not
tolerate the ride experience well.
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To experience an attraction that does not permit Service Animals,
the animal may be left with a responsible non-rider. The Guest
attending to the animal may then board the ride without waiting in
line once the first Guest assumes responsibility of the animal.
Service Animals are not permitted in any fountains, ponds and/or
pools/rivers.
Service Animals are the responsibility of the owner and cannot be
left unattended. Guests are responsible for cleaning up Service
Animal waste and for controlling the Service Animal’s behavior.
Darien Lake Team Members are not permitted to care for Service
Animals.
If at any time your Service Animal’s behavior becomes a threat to
the safety or well-being of other Park Guests or Team Members,
the Guest will be asked to leave the premises.
RIDE ACCESS INFORMATION
General Information
At Darien Lake, safety is the only consideration that takes
precedence over fun! Theme Park rides expose riders to forces,
speeds and other intense elements that may cause distress or
injury to persons with pre-existing health conditions. Guests should
consider these elements when determining the suitability for all
riders.
All riders must be in good health. We recommend that Guests who
are pregnant, have high blood pressure, heart conditions, neck or
back problems, have had recent surgery, are prone to motion
sickness or those with any medical condition that may be affected
by the elements of the ride must carefully heed all warning signs at
each ride entrance.
Guests unable to properly use seating and/or safety restraints or
understand and follow verbal and/or written safety procedures
must not ride.
In order to experience the ride, Guests must be able to maintain
the proper riding position throughout the ride and brace
themselves upright in their seat keeping their head erect and their
back against the seatback. Guests must generally be able to use
the restraint device properly, remain seated upright at all times and
hold on tight. Guests must keep their head against the headrest
and hands, arms, legs and feet down and inside the ride vehicle.
Children must be supervised at all times.
Guests must also be able to demonstrate a willingness and ability
to comply with verbal and written ride requirements. The ride
requirements and health restrictions are listed on a sign at the
entrance to each ride and/or attraction.
Guests with casts or braces will be restricted from riding certain
rides where the cast or brace may present a hazard to the Guest
or others. If a cast is permitted on a ride, the cast must fit
comfortably within the ride vehicle and not interfere with the
required riding position or function of the restraint, if applicable.
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Please consult with our Guest Relations staff for more information
or if you are in doubt about your ability to safely experience a ride.
Ride evacuations may be required due to technical difficulties,
weather conditions, or power interruption. If a ride evacuation is
required, Guests may need to negotiate stairs from the highest
point of the ride and down steeply inclined catwalks or steps.
Guests requiring assistance during the ride evacuations may be
escorted last in order to expedite the evacuation process. Please
inquire about specific procedures prior to boarding a particular
ride.
Guests of Exceptional Size
All passenger restraint systems, including lap bars, shoulder
harnesses and seatbelts, must be positioned and fastened
properly to permit Guests to ride.
Due to rider restraint system requirements, Guests of exceptional
body proportions may not be accommodated on some of our rides.
Larger or taller Guests (including Guests who weigh more than
215 pounds, have a chest dimension of 52 inches or greater, or a
40-inch waistline) may not be able to ride the following: Twister,
Ranger, Rolling Thunder, Viper, Predator, Ride of Steel,
Motocoaster and/or Boomerang. The following rides have
maximum height requirements: Mind Eraser (80 inches), Ride of
Steel (76 inches), Shipwreck Falls (74 inches), Sleighride (78
inches) and Twister (77 inches). Maximum weight limits are posted
at most Splashtown Water Park attractions.
Guests may go up the exit to ensure the restraints function
properly prior to waiting in line. A test seat is available at the
entrance to Ride of Steel.
Height Requirements
Height requirements are posted at each ride. All Guests, including
those using wheelchairs, must meet the height requirement.
Guests may be officially measured at Guest Relations to receive
an appropriate wristband.
Official Measuring Station
Guests may be measured at the official measuring station located
at Guest Relations, where they will receive a corresponding height
wristband. Parents and Guardians may get helpful information on
attractions/rides their child can ride with and without a Supervising
Companion. Guests are measured from the ground to the top of
the head. Those unable to stand are measured for body length
using a flexible measuring tape.
Loose Articles
When planning your day at Darien Lake, bring only items that can
be safely secured in cargo pockets (fastened with Velcro, a button
or zipper) or a waist pack fastened with a zipper. Waist packs must
not interfere with the restraint system(s) or proper riding position.
Most rides cannot accommodate loose articles including cell
phones, pagers, cameras, stuffed animals, purses, backpacks,
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basketballs, umbrellas, beverage containers, personal
entertainment devices, hats, etc. Items must be safely secured in
cargo pockets, a waist pack, left in a locker, or left with a non-rider.
Team Members cannot be responsible for these items.
Glasses/sunglasses must be secured on some rides. Items taken
on Grizzly Run, Shipwreck Falls and Thunder Rapids will get wet!
Scarves, capes or other items worn loosely around the neck must
be removed prior to riding/participating on most rides/attractions.
Loose fitting footwear must be removed prior to boarding the
following rides/attractions:
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Blast Off!
Haymaker
Lasso
Mind Eraser
**Aqua socks are the only footwear permitted on rides/attractions
in Splashtown Water Park.
Items lost inside a ride perimeter typically cannot be retrieved until
the Park closes. Notify Guest Relations for assistance.
Guests are welcome to enjoy food and drink in the queue,
however, these items must be consumed or disposed of prior to
boarding.
On Ride Camera Policy
For safety reasons, picture taking is not permitted on any ride
except Giant Wheel and Grande Carousel. Because of the nature
or dynamics of all attractions and the potential for injury,
unsecured cameras, video cameras, or cameras with large lenses
are not permitted on the rides.
To store such equipment, either return them to your vehicle or
hotel, or use the lockers that are available for a nominal fee.
Lockers are located at:
§ Main Gate at “Locker and Wagon” Rentals
§ Entrance to the Wave Pool at “Lockers and Tubes”
§ Midway Lockers
Please understand that Darien Lake Team Members may not hold
cameras for Guests. If you have no provision for leaving your
camera, other members of your party may wait with the camera in
the Parent Swap area while the remainder of your party
experiences the ride. When those members of your party finish the
ride, simply exchange the camera and the waiting Guest(s) will
then be permitted to ride.
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RE-RIDE POLICY
Due to the dynamic physical forces experienced while riding, all
Guests will be asked to exit the following attractions after each
ride:
t High Thrill Attractions
Boomerang, Mind Eraser, Predator, Ranger, Motocoaster,
Twister, Viper, Silver Bullet, Ride of Steel and Blast Off!
n Moderate Thrill Attractions
Corn Popper, Lasso, Hornet’s Nest, Sleighride, Pirate and
Rowdy’s Heave Ho!
Guests who decide to ride again will be asked to exit and re-enter
the main queue. Guests utilizing the accessible entrance will be
asked to return after a period of time equivalent to the current wait
time in the main queue.
Safety Signage
Before experiencing any ride or attraction, please note all safety
warnings for each that is posted at the entrance to each
ride/attraction location to assist you in deciding whether or not to
ride/participate based on your own abilities and physical condition.
The following information is an example of the information
contained within each safety sign:
Remain seated upright at all times and hold on tightly. Keep your
head against the headrest and keep hands, arms, legs and feet
inside the ride vehicle. Follow all instructions and supervise
children.
Guests must not ride if unable to properly use seating or safety
restraints or understand and follow safety procedures as required
by the manufacturer.
Guests must demonstrate appropriate observed behavior
indicating a willingness and ability to participate and/or follow rider
requirements.
Guests under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol may not ride.
Guests with standard or electric wheelchairs or Electric
Convenience Vehicles (ECV) and who otherwise meet the physical
requirements to ride the ride must be able to transfer to the ride
vehicle’s seating.
Many rides recommend that Guests with the following conditions
do not ride:
§ Back or Neck Condition
§ High Blood Pressure
§ Heart Condition
§ Pregnancy
§ Recent Injury, Illness or Surgery
§ Any other medical condition that might be aggravated by
the ride/attraction
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Height/Weight Requirements
Some rides require a Supervising Companion (at least 14 years of
age) to ride beside a rider who does not meet the height
requirement to ride alone.
Many rides do not permit hand-held infants.
Loose articles are not permitted. Please leave items with a nonrider or place them in a locker. Darien Lake is not responsible for
lost or damaged articles.
Shirts must be worn at all times while riding. Footwear that could
fall off during the ride must be left on the ride platform. Bathing
suits are permitted in Splashtown Water Park.
All food and beverages, including candy and gum, must be
finished prior to boarding the ride.
Smoking is not permitted while in line or on the ride. Please utilize
the nearest designated smoking area.
Before You Ride
Most rides at Darien Lake accommodate Guests using wheelchairs
through the ride exit. See specific ride information at the end of this
guide for instructions on how to enter each ride.
On all rides and/or attractions, Guests may need assistance from
another member of their party in order to board safely. Those
using wheelchairs will need to transfer from their wheelchair into
the ride vehicles seating to ride.
Darien Lake Team Members are neither trained nor permitted to
assist beyond helping to steady or support the Guest. Therefore,
we recommend that Guests plan to visit the Park with someone
who can physically assist them when necessary.
Definitions
Every ride entrance lists height requirements and special
instructions regarding the ride. Darien Lake uses the following
terms:
Supervising Companion
A Supervising Companion is someone who physically and mentally
meets all the requirements to participate in the ride themselves, is
at least 14 years of age, and exhibits the maturity of someone 14
years of age or older.
Accompanied By
Whenever a Guest needs accompaniment, the accompanying
person must meet all the ride requirements, as well as assist the
Guest. This includes helping the Guests in the boarding and
exiting of the ride, assisting the Guest in maintaining postural
control while participating, and assisting the Guest down stairs,
catwalks, or ladders in the event of a ride evacuation.
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Hand-held Infant
A hand-held infant is a child who is unable to walk to the ride unit
independently or maintain independent seated postural control.
Functioning Extremity
A functioning extremity is a limb over which a person has control.
A prosthetic device is considered a functioning extremity.
Ability to Hold On or Brace
Ability to use one’s arm(s) or hand(s) to maintain a grasp on an
assist bar and support one’s body during normal and emergency
procedures on an attraction and to use one’s legs to brace to
maintain a seated position during the forces of the ride.
Participation Criteria
Darien Lake’s Ride Admission Policy is designed to allow Guests
to participate in the enjoyment of our Park as much as possible.
The policy was developed based on the requirements of the
manufacturer and by analyzing the physical and mental attributes
required to safely experience each particular ride. Each ride was
evaluated for the criteria necessary for an individual to participate
safely. It is our policy to allow anyone to ride who meets all these
requirements and is not a hazard to him/herself or others. We
continue to evaluate and update our Ride Admission Policy as
necessary.
The evaluation of each ride considered the following thirteen (13)
criteria which may be required to experience a particular ride
safely:
Ability to maintain the proper riding position throughout the ride
The Guest must have the body and spinal control to maintain the
proper riding position throughout the ride without the aid of other
people or devices and be able to maintain the proper riding
posture even during bumping or other characteristic movements of
the ride.
Weight distribution to allow the restraint device to function as
designed
The weight distribution of the Guest’s body must not interfere with
any of the ride or attraction’s safety and restraint devices as they
were designed.
Control of upper torso – including head and neck
The Guest must have sufficient muscle control to support their
head, neck and upper torso in the proper position during the ride or
attractions designed dynamic motions.
Ability to hold on with one functioning hand
A functioning hand is an upper extremity or prosthesis with fingers
that has the ability to grasp the restraint device and exhibits good
grip control, the ability to brace and is strong enough to maintain
the proper riding position throughout the duration of the ride.
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Ability to hold on with two functioning hands
Ability to hold on with two functioning hands as described above.
Ability to hold on with one functioning arm
A functioning arm is an upper extremity or prosthesis that has the
ability to arm-grip the restraint device by wrapping the arm around
the restraint device and is strong enough to allow the Guest to
maintain the proper riding position throughout the duration of the
ride.
Ability to hold on with two functioning arms
Ability to hold on with two functioning arms as described above.
Ability to brace self with one functioning leg
Guest must have one functioning leg, natural or prosthetic, for
bracing their body during the course of the ride or attraction.
Ability to brace self with two functioning legs
Guest must have two functioning legs, natural or prosthetic, to be
used for bracing their body during the course of the ride or
attraction and maintaining balance when entering and exiting a
ride or attraction.
Minimum of two functioning extremities
Guest must have a minimum of two functioning extremities, natural
or prosthetic, (two legs, two arms, or one arm and one leg) to
brace themselves during the ride and assist in entering and exiting
the ride or attraction.
Minimum of three functioning extremities
Guest must have a minimum of three functioning extremities,
natural or prosthetic (two legs and an arm or two arms and a leg)
to allow the Guest to brace in a tripod manner during the ride.
Ability to enter and exit the ride without endangering self or others
Guest must be able to enter and exit the ride without jeopardizing
themselves or others and to assist with their own evacuation, if
necessary. This may include entering through the exit or having
someone aid him or her in boarding. If a Guest has to be lifted in
and out of a ride unit, he/she must be accompanied by a
companion who is accustomed to doing this. For the safety of ride
or attraction operators and the Guest, our operators are instructed
not to perform this function.
Appropriate Observed Conduct
Guest must demonstrate appropriate observed conduct by
indicating a willingness and ability to understand, participate in and
follow all rider requirements. Appropriate observed conduct may
include but not be limited to maintaining the proper riding position,
attention to and compliance with safety instructions, proper use of
restraints and safety equipment and a willingness to participate in
the attraction.
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In addition to the basic physical and mental requirements defined
above, each ride was evaluated relative to specific temporary
conditions which may prevent a Guest from safely riding a
particular ride. The specific conditions evaluated were:
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Broken collar bone
Cervical collar or neck brace
Full arm cast
Lower arm cast
Braced arm cast
Full leg cast
Lower leg cast
Bilateral abduction leg brace (brace between legs)
Guests wearing casts or other restrictive devices may not be able
to ride if the cast or restrictive device interferes with the restraint
device(s), proper riding position or if prohibited by the
manufacturer. Casts are not permitted on any of the slides in the
Water Park. Guests wearing full and/or lower leg casts may not
ride Chucky’s Mud Buckets, Motocoaster or Ride of Steel.
The suitability of safely carrying hand-held infants on each ride
was also evaluated.
Amputations & Prosthetic Devices
All Guests must possess sufficient body length for the restraint
device(s) to function as intended by the manufacturer in addition to
having the ability to maintain the proper riding position throughout
the duration of the ride/attraction. Guests with any lower
amputation above the knee may not ride Predator, Ranger, Ride of
Steel, Rolling Thunder or Sling Shot.
Guests must disclose all prosthetic device(s) to a rides Team
Member prior to boarding. Unless otherwise stated in the ride
descriptions section of this guide, prosthetic devices may be worn
during the ride/attraction provided the device is properly secured
and will remain in place throughout the duration of the
ride/attraction. Guests wearing arm prosthetic devices may not ride
Motocoaster, Redhawk, Ride of Steel, Rolling Thunder, Shipwreck
Falls or Sling Shot. Guests wearing leg prosthetic devices may not
ride Blast Off, Mind Eraser, Motocoaster, Redhawk, Ride of Steel,
Rolling Thunder, Twister, Shipwreck Falls or Sling Shot. In some
cases, the prosthetic device may be removed to permit ride
access. Please speak with a Guest Relations Team Member for
details. Unless otherwise stated in the ride descriptions section of
this guide, prosthetic devices are permitted in the Water Park
provided the device does not have exposed metal parts, a pad can
be wrapped around exposed metal parts in some circumstances to
grant access.
Ride/Attraction Accessibility
Accessible entrances are available at most rides/attractions. Ride
Team Members will inform you on how to board each
ride/attraction. Guests must transfer from their wheelchair to the
ride vehicles seating for certain rides/attractions. Ride Team
Members do not have the specialized training required to
physically load and/or unload Guests who need assistance.
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Guests needing assistance should plan to visit the Park with
someone who can physically assist them when necessary.
CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING:
At times, rides may close for maintenance or periods of inclement
weather. In the event a ride needs to be evacuated (which could
result from a mechanical problem, weather conditions or power
interruption), a Guest may need to maneuver across catwalks,
from the highest point of a ride, and up or down steep grades or
steps. Prior to riding, you and/or an Operations Team Member
should determine if companion assistance would be required in the
event of an evacuation.
Accessible Boarding Pass
Procedure
The following procedure will assist Guests who need to board
utilizing the accessible entrance.
Guests utilize the accessible entrance to meet a ride Team
Member and request a boarding time “reservation.” The Guest who
was issued the Accessible Boarding Pass must be present for
screening.
• The ride Team Member assigns a boarding time
“reservation” based on the length of the current wait time in
the main queue. This boarding time “reservation” is written
in on the Accessible Boarding Pass.
• If a special seat is desired, (e.g., front or back seat on a
coaster) it should be requested at this time. Due to the
popularity of some seats, the wait time may be extended to
accommodate the length of the line.
• The Guests are not required to remain at the accessible
entrance, but should return to the accessible entrance with
their party (a maximum of six Guests including the Guest
who the pass was issued to) at the reserved boarding time.
• The ride Team Member then crosses off the reservation
time, indicating to other ride Team Members that a new
“reservation” may be made. To be fair to all Guests, only
one boarding time “reservation” may be obtained at a time.
Obtaining a boarding time “reservation” simulates waiting in
line, Guests are only permitted to wait in one line at a time.
GUESTS MUST MEET
ALL RIDER REQUIREMENTS
TO RIDE/PARTICIPATE.
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RIDE RATING SYMBOLS
Mild Thrill Ride: Low speeds with expected movements
and anticipated thrills.
Moderate Thrill Ride: Moderate speeds with unexpected
movements and unusual and stressful physical forces,
including but not limited to, unanticipated thrills.
High Thrill Ride: High speeds with extremely unusual
and stressful physical forces. This ride contains startling
and unexpected thrills appropriate for only the most
healthy and physically able riders.
Low Speed and/or Shallow Water Attraction: Passive
water fun for those who just want to get wet and relax.
For supervised toddlers and children, seniors, disabled,
or partially health limited Guests.
Moderate Thrill Ride and/or Water Depth up to 48”:
For inexperienced riders, beginner swimmers, supervised
children and supervised partially disabled Guests. Some
rider control and maneuvering required. These rides are
not recommended for toddlers.
Aggressive Ride Action Requiring Rider Control
and/or Strong Swimming Skills: For Guests having no
medical restrictions. Deep water may be encountered.
Physical activity may be strenuous.
High Thrill or Deep Water Attraction: Can be stressful
for those who fear heights, high speed or enclosed
spaces. Not recommended for anyone with any kind of
health or medical limitation.
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PARTICIPATION SYMBOLS
Not recommended for Guests with back or neck
problems.
Not recommended for Guests with heart
conditions.
Not recommended for Guests with high blood
pressure and/or aneurysms.
Not recommended for Guests who are pregnant.
Not recommended for Guests who have had
recent surgery, injury and/or illness.
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ACCESSIBILITY SYMBOLS
Identifies accessible entrances throughout the
Park. Also used in the Ride/Attraction
Descriptions section to indicate that Guests may
remain in their wheelchair to ride/participate.
Indicates that a transfer from a wheelchair/ECV to
a rides seating is required in order to ride.
Indicates that a transfer from a wheelchair/ECV is
required in order to participate in an attraction.
Indicates that the ability to step into and/or out of
a ride vehicle is required to participate.
Indicates a minimum height requirement must be
met in order to ride and/or participate.
Indicates that a Guest who does not meet the
minimum height requirement to ride and/or
participate alone may ride with a Supervising
Companion. A Supervising Companion is
someone who physically and mentally meets all
the requirements to participate in the ride
themselves, is at least 14 years of age and
exhibits the maturity of someone 14 years of age
or older.
Indicates a maximum height restriction.
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RIDES AND ATTRACTIONS
Bear Valley Bumper Buggies
MILD THRILL RIDE
Description
A traditional bumper car ride where riders experience forces
generated from sudden impacts with other cars.
This ride has multiple cars, each accommodating two riders. Only
two Guests per car are permitted. The restraint system is a shared
seatbelt.
Ride Access
Guests with standard or electric wheelchairs or electric
convenience vehicles, and who otherwise meet the physical
requirements to ride must be able to transfer to the ride vehicle’s
seating. Guests traveling in standard or electric wheelchairs or
electric convenience vehicles should enter through the ride exit.
Height Requirement
Must be at least 42” tall to ride. Guests between 42” and 48” tall
must be accompanied by a Supervising Companion (at least 14
years of age). Must be at least 48” tall to ride alone. Must be at
least 48” tall to drive.
Medical Recommendations
In addition to the requirements listed under General Information,
Guests wearing neck braces may not ride. Guests with the
following conditions should not ride:
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Back or Neck Condition
Recent Injury, Illness or Surgery
Heart Condition
High Blood Pressure
Pregnancy
Any other medical condition that might be aggravated by this ride.
Physical Requirements
Guests must have the ability to sit upright and maintain control of
upper torso, head and neck. At a minimum, Guests must have at
least one functioning arm or one functioning leg. Guests must have
the ability to steer and depress the accelerator in order to drive. Service Animals
Service Animals can NOT be accommodated on this ride.
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Beaver Dam Explorer (located in Beaver Brothers Bay)
MILD THRILL RIDE
Description
Experience mild centrifugal forces in a submarine that lifts in the
air and rotates.
This ride accommodates twenty-four riders per ride cycle, each
row accommodating four riders. The restraint system is a shared
lap bar.
Ride Access
electric convenience vehicles should enter through the entrance.
Height and Weight Requirements
Guests under 36” tall must be accompanied by a Supervising
Companion (at least 14 years of age). Guests over 54” must be
accompanied by a Guest 54” or under. Hand-held infants are not
permitted.
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upper torso, head and neck. At minimum, Guests must have at
least one functioning hand and one functioning leg. Instead of a
functioning hand, Guests may have one functioning arm and be
accompanied by a Supervising Companion (at least 14 years of
age). Instead of a functioning leg, Guests may have two lower
extremities with remnants at the knee or below. Service Animals
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Blast Off!
HIGH THRILL RIDE
Description
Riders experience sudden vertical acceleration and 3Gs as the
ride vehicle reaches speeds of 50 mph and a height of 185 feet in
less than 3 seconds, then back-to-back positive and negative G
forces as the ride travels up and down the tower.
This ride has four ride units, each accommodating three riders.
Only one Guest per seat is permitted. The restraint system is a
shoulder harness with secondary safety strap.
Ride Access
Electric Convenience Vehicles should enter through the ride exit.
Height Requirement
Must be at least 52” tall to ride.
Guests wearing neck braces may not ride. Prosthetic leg devices
are not permitted. Guests with the following conditions should not
ride:
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Pregnancy
least one functioning arm and one functioning leg. Instead of a
functioning leg, Guests may have TWO lower extremities with
remnants at the knee or below.
Service Animals
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Boat Docks (this attraction has an additional fee)
MILD THRILL RIDE
Description
Rent a paddle boat, hydrobike or kayak and enjoy Fun Lake for up
to thirty minutes.
This ride has various ride vehicles, each accommodating various
numbers of riders. Courtesy Coast Guard approved life jackets are
required.
Ride Access
Companion (at least 14 years of age). Hand-held infants are not
permitted. The total combined weight must not exceed 750 pounds
per paddle boat, 250 pounds per kayak or 300 pounds per
hydrobike.
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upper torso, head and neck. To operate a paddle boat or
hydrobike, Guests must have the ability to turn the rudder and
peddle with two functioning legs. To operate a kayak, Guests must
have the ability to paddle using an oar. Service Animals
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Boomerang
HIGH THRILL RIDE
Description
Riders experience heights up to 125 feet and positive G,
centrifugal and lateral forces onboard this high-speed roller coaster
that turns upside down six times while traveling in both forward
and backward directions.
The train has seven cars, four seats per car, two seats per row.
Only one Guest is permitted per seat. The restraint system is a
shoulder harness.
Ride Access
electric convenience vehicles should enter through the exit.
Height Requirement
Must be at least 48” tall to ride. Guests between 48”and 54” tall
years of age). Must be at least 54” tall to ride alone.
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Pregnancy
remnants at the knee or below. Service Animals
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Bucky’s Barrels (located in Beaver Brothers Bay)
MILD THRILL RIDE
Description
A miniature ferris wheel.
This ride has six ride vehicles, each accommodating four riders.
Only two Guests per bench are permitted. The restraint system is
a shared seatbelt and locking door.
Ride Access
permitted. The total combined weight per ride vehicle must not
exceed 660 pounds.
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Pregnancy
upper torso, head and neck. At minimum, Guests must have lower
extremities with sufficient remnants to maintain proper riding
position and ensure the restraint system functions as intended. Service Animals
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Chucky’s Mud Buckets (located in Beaver Brothers Bay)
MILD THRILL RIDE
Description
A children’s tea cup ride with individual cups that spin while the
entire ride rotates.
This ride accommodates twenty-four riders per ride cycle, each tea
cup accommodating four riders. The restraint system is a seatbelt.
Ride Access
Must be at least 36” tall and must not exceed 54” tall to ride. The
total combined weight per ride vehicle must not exceed 440
pounds.
Guests wearing neck braces, full and/or lower leg casts may not
ride. Guests with the following conditions should not ride:
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Pregnancy
least one functioning arm and lower extremities with sufficient
remnants to maintain proper riding position and ensure the
restraint system functions as intended. Service Animals
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Corn Popper
MODERATE THRILL RIDE
Description
Riders experience centrifugal forces on this circular ride in cars
that rise and fall as the ride rotates.
The ride has fourteen cars, each car accommodating up to two
Guests. The restraint system is a shared seatbelt and lap bar.
Ride Access
Height Requirement
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Pregnancy
extremities with remnants at the knee or below.
Service Animals
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Critter Chase (located in Beaver Brothers Bay)
MILD THRILL RIDE
Description
Experience mild centrifugal forces in ride vehicles that are lifted
and slowly rotated in the air.
This ride has six ride vehicles, each accommodating two riders.
The restraint system is a shared or individual seatbelt.
Ride Access
Height Requirement
Must be at least 36” tall and must not exceed 54” tall to ride.
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Pregnancy
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Darien Lake Railway (located in Beaver Brothers Bay)
MILD THRILL RIDE
Description
A gentle family train ride that travels through a figure-8 shaped
course.
The train is made up of one locomotive ride unit, one passenger
car and one caboose. The passenger car and the caboose
accommodate six riders and the locomotive accommodates two
riders. Only one Guest per bench in the locomotive, only two riders
per bench in the passenger car and only three riders per bench in
the caboose are permitted. The restraint system is a shared
seatbelt and locking rope.
Ride Access
permitted. The total combined weight is not to exceed 220 pounds
in the locomotive car or 440 pounds in the passenger car or
caboose.
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Giant Wheel
Description
Enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding countryside from
heights reaching 160 feet on this giant ferris wheel.
The ride has forty gondolas, each car accommodating up to six
Guests.
Ride Access
Height Requirement
Companion (at least 14 years of age). Hand-held infants are not
permitted. The total combined weight per gondola must not exceed
990 pounds.
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upper torso, head and neck. Single riders are not permitted to ride
alone and will be paired up with other riders.
Service Animals
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Grande Carousel
MILD THRILL RIDE
Description
The Carousel rotates in a counter-clockwise direction while the
horses gently move up and down. The chariots are stationary. A
maximum of one rider per horse, or four riders per chariot, is
permitted.
Ride Access
Height Requirement
Companion (at least 14 years of age). Hand-held infants are only
permitted to ride in the chariots.
Guests wearing neck braces must not ride. Guests with the
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upper torso, head and neck to ride a horse. Guests lacking the
ability to sit upright and maintain control of upper torso, head and
neck must be accompanied by a Supervising Companion (at least
14 years of age) and ride in a chariot. At minimum, Guests must
have at least one functioning hand and one functioning leg with the
ability to straddle to ride a horse. Instead of a functioning leg,
Guests may have two lower extremities with remnants at the knee
or below. Guests lacking these minimum requirements may ride in
a chariot accompanied by a Supervising Companion (at least 14
years of age).
Service Animals
Service Animals may be accommodated on this ride. Service
Animals may sit or stand in between horses or in a chariot. Please
speak with a Team Member for assistance.
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Grand Prix (this attraction has an additional fee)
Description
Experience lateral forces as well as forces generated by possible
sudden impacts with other cars while driving Go Karts over a
winding course consisting of several hills and sharp turns.
This ride has multiple ride vehicles.
Ride Access
Must be at least 40” tall to ride. Must be at least 58” tall to ride
alone and/or drive. Must be at least 18 years of age to carry a
passenger in a double car.
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Pregnancy
upper torso, head and neck. At a minimum, Guests must have
upper and lower extremities with sufficient remnants to maintain
proper riding position and ensure the restraint system functions as
intended. In order to drive, Guests must have the ability to grasp
and turn the steering wheel and must have at least two functioning
legs with the ability to depress the accelerator and brake pedals.
Hair and/or scarves that fall beyond shoulder length must be
secured prior to riding. Service Animals
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Grizzly Run
**Grizzly Run is operational through Labor Day, opening daily at
11:00 A.M.
Description
Experience sudden lateral forces in circular rafts that bounce off
the riverbanks, rotate clockwise and counter-clockwise, and rock
up and down while traveling over rapids and under waterfalls.
Riders WILL get wet on this ride.
Each boat has nine seats. Only one Guest per seat is permitted.
The restraint system is a shared seatbelt that accommodates up to
three riders.
Ride Access
Height and Weight Requirement
years of age). Must be at least 42” tall to ride alone. The total
combined weight per boat must not exceed 1350 pounds.
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Pregnancy
functioning leg, Guests may have two lower extremities with
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Haymaker
Description
Experience positive G and lateral forces on this revolving ride in
chair lift style ride vehicles that climb, turn and gently swoop
toward the ground as the wheel rotates and lifts to a 45 degree
angle.
The ride has fourteen ride vehicles, each ride vehicle
accommodating up to three Guests. The restraint system is a
shared seatbelt and lap bar.
Ride Access
Height Requirement
Guests wearing neck braces are not permitted to ride. Guests with
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High Blood Pressure
Pregnancy
Service Animals
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Hoot n’ Holler (located in Rowdy’s Ridge)
Description
Experience positive G and lateral forces on this low speed roller
coaster that includes several gentle turns and dips.
Hoot n’ Holler has one train consisting of five cars, two seats per
car. Only one Guest per seat is permitted. The restraint system
consists of a lap bar and a shared seatbelt.
Ride Access
Height Requirements
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High Blood Pressure
Pregnancy
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Hornet’s Nest (located in Rowdy’s Ridge)
Description
Experience centrifugal forces on a revolving ride in scooters that
swing up and out as the ride rotates.
This ride has eight cars, each accommodating up to two riders.
The restraint system is a shared seatbelt.
Ride Access
Must be at least 36” tall to ride. Guests between 36” tall and 44”
tall must be accompanied by a Supervising Companion (at least 14
combined weight per ride vehicle must not exceed 340 pounds.
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Pregnancy
least one functioning hand and lower extremities with sufficient
remnants to maintain proper riding position and ensure the
restraint system functions as intended. Instead of a functioning
hand, Guests may have one functioning arm and be accompanied
by a supervising companion (at least 14 years of age). Service Animals
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Lasso
Description
Experience centrifugal forces while swinging up and out as the ride
rotates, lifts and tilts.
This ride has forty-eight swings. Only one Guest per swing is
permitted. The restraint system is a grab bar with secondary safety
strap.
Ride Access
Height Requirement
Must be at least 48” tall to ride. The total weight per swing must
not exceed 170 pounds.
Guests wearing neck braces are not permitted to ride. Guests with
the following conditions should not ride:
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High Blood Pressure
Pregnancy
least one functioning arm and one functioning leg with the ability to
straddle. Instead of a functioning leg, Guests may have two lower
Service Animals
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Mind Eraser
HIGH THRILL RIDE
Description
Experience chair lift style seats suspended beneath an overhead
track with heights up to 109 feet and positive G, lateral and
centripetal forces while maneuvering through five inversions on a
high speed roller coaster.
Mind Eraser has one train consisting of ten rows, two seats per
row. Only one Guest per seat is permitted. The restraint system
consists of a shoulder harness and a secondary safety strap.
Ride Access
Height Requirements
years of age). Must be at least 54” tall to ride alone. Must not
exceed 80” tall to ride. Guests with larger body proportions may
not be able to ride.
ride:
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Pregnancy
sufficient remnants at the knee or below.
Service Animals
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Moose on the Loose (located in Rowdy’s Ridge)
MILD THRILL RIDE
Description
Riders move slowly along a winding track while riding vehicles that
resemble a moose.
Multiple moose ride vehicles that each accommodate up to two
riders. Only one Guest per seat is permitted. The restraint system
consists of a seatbelt for the rider in the back position.
Ride Access
Must be at least 36” tall to ride. Guests between 36” tall and 43”
tall must be accompanied by a Supervising Companion (at least 14
combined weight per moose must not exceed 220 pounds.
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Pregnancy
least one functioning hand and lower extremities with sufficient
remnants to maintain proper riding position, with the ability to
straddle and ensure the restraint system (if applicable) functions
as intended. Service Animals
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Motocoaster
HIGH THRILL RIDE
Description
Riders sit on vehicles resembling motorbikes and experience a
launch from 0 to 40 mph, heights up to 40 feet, sharp turns and
strong positive G and lateral forces on this high speed roller
coaster.
Motocoaster has one train consisting of six rows, two seats per
row. Only one Guest per seat is permitted. The restraint system
consists of a back harness and leg restraints.
Ride Access
Height Requirements
Must be at least 48” tall to ride. Guests with larger body
proportions may not be able to ride.
ride. Guests wearing prosthetic arm and/or leg devices may not
ride. Guests with the following conditions should not ride:
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Pregnancy
least one functioning hand and two functioning legs with feet.
Service Animals
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Pirate
Description
Experience back to back positive and negative G forces as the ride
swings forward and backward in a pendulum-like motion.
Pirate accommodates fifty-four riders per cycle. Only six riders are
permitted per row. The restraint system on Pirate is a shared lap
bar that extends across the length of the entire row.
Ride Access
Height Requirement
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functioning hand, Guests may have a functioning arm and be
age). Instead of a functioning leg, Guests may have TWO lower
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Predator
HIGH THRILL RIDE
Description
Experience a 90 foot drop and positive G, negative G and lateral
forces on this high speed wooden roller coaster that traces a
double out and back course.
There is one train with six cars, each car accommodating six
riders, two seats per row. Only one Guest per seat is permitted.
The restraint system is lap bar and a seatbelt.
Ride Access
Height Requirement
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High Blood Pressure
Pregnancy
least one functioning hand, one functioning leg and lower extremity
with remnant at the knee or below. Guests with lower extremity
amputations above the knee are not permitted to ride. Service Animals
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Raccoon Rally (located in Beaver Brothers Bay)
MILD THRILL RIDE
Description
A gentle children’s bumper car ride that allows drivers to bump into
other cars.
There are multiple bumper cars each accommodating 2 riders.
Only two Guests per bumper car are permitted. The restraint
system is a shared seatbelt.
Ride Access
Height Requirements
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High Blood Pressure
Pregnancy
least one functioning arm and lower extremities with sufficient
remnants to maintain proper riding position. Guests must have the
ability to turn the steering wheel and depress the accelerator in
order to drive. Service Animals
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Ranger
HIGH THRILL RIDE
Description
This thrilling ride swings guests seated inside a gondola back and forth
several times in a pendulum-like fashion before rotating 360-degrees in
both clockwise and counter-clockwise directions. While inverted, guests
are momentarily suspended seventy feet in the air.
Ranger accommodates forty riders per cycle. Only five riders are
permitted per row. The restraint system on Ranger is a lap bar
and locking door.
Ride Access
proportions may not be able to ride.
Guests wearing neck braces may not ride. Guests wearing casts
are permitted to ride but the cast(s) must not interfere with the
restraint system and/or proper riding position. Guests with the
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Pregnancy
Guests must be able to sit upright, and maintain control of upper
torso, head and neck. Guests must have at least one functioning
hand and two lower extremities with remnants at the knee or
below. Guests with lower extremity amputations above the knee
are not permitted to ride.
Service Animals
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Redhawk (this attraction has an additional fee)
HIGH THRILL RIDE
Description
Experience both the thrills of skydiving and hang gliding from an
initial drop of 180 feet. Experience a high speed swinging motion
with back to back positive and negative G forces.
This ride can accommodate up to three flyers per cycle.
Ride Access
requirements to ride must be able to transfer to the Flight Suit.
Guests traveling in standard or electric wheelchairs or electric
convenience vehicles should enter through the entrance.
Must be at least 42” tall to ride. The total combined weight per
flight must not exceed 850 pounds.
Guests wearing neck braces may not ride. Prosthetic devices are
not permitted. Guests with the following conditions should not ride:
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High Blood Pressure
Pregnancy
Sensitivity to Strobes
Guests must be able to maintain control of upper torso, head and
neck. Guests must have sufficient arm lengths for the flight suit to
be worn as intended, and one functioning leg with foot. Prosthetic
devices are NOT allowed. Service Animals
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Ride of Steel
HIGH THRILL RIDE
Description
Experience a 205 foot drop, two spirals and positive G, negative G
and lateral forces on this very high speed roller coaster that traces
an out and back course.
This ride has two trains, each with eight cars, accommodating four
riders. Only one Guest per seat is permitted. The restraint system
is an individual seatbelt, lap bar and leg restraint.
Ride Access
Height Requirement
Must be at least 54” tall to ride and must not exceed 76” tall to ride.
Guests with larger body proportions may not be able to ride.
ride. In addition, Guests wearing prosthetic arm and/or leg devices
may not ride. Guests with the following conditions should not ride:
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High Blood Pressure
Pregnancy
least one functioning hand and two functioning legs with feet.
Guests with lower extremity amputations are not permitted to ride. Service Animals
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Rockwall (this attraction has an additional fee)
Description
Climb one of six climbing trails on a thirty-five foot wall and then
rappel back down after they have reached the apex.
Ride Access
requirements to ride must be able to transfer to the climbing
harness. Guests traveling in standard or electric wheelchairs or
Must be at least 36” tall to climb. Guests must reach a minimum
weight of 40 pounds and not exceed 240 pounds to climb.
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Pregnancy
least one functioning hand, one functioning leg and sufficient lower
extremity remnant for the harness to function as intended. Service Animals
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Rolling Thunder
HIGH THRILL RIDE
Description
Rolling Thunder, the 7-story steel looping thrill ride that sends
riders forwards, backwards and head-over-heels in an adrenaline
drenched 360° revolution. Guests can let their hair fly as they
shuttle back and forth with suspense before wildly looping seven
stories in the air. With back to back seats facing either direction,
each ride on Rolling Thunder is a unique experience with great
views of the Darien Lake skyline.
This ride accommodates four riders per car. Only one Guest per
seat is permitted. The restraint system is a shoulder harness.
Ride Access
proportions may not be able to ride. Maximum capacity of each
seat is 340 pounds
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Heart Condition
High Blood Pressure
Pregnancy
Each guest must maintain in an upright seated position with their
back against the seatback during the duration of the ride and
maintain control of upper torso, head and neck. In addition, guests
must possess two naturally fully formed and functioning arms
absent of prosthetic devices and two legs to the knee OR one
naturally fully formed and functioning arm absent of prosthetic
devices and two naturally fully formed and functioning legs absent
of prosthetic devices. Prosthetics and casts are not permitted.
Service Animals
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Rowdy’s Heave Ho! (located in Rowdy’s Ridge)
Description
Experience heights up to 25 feet and controlled vertical drops on a
tower that slowly rotates.
This ride accommodates eight riders per ride cycle. Only one
Guest per seat is permitted. The restraint system is a seatbelt and
lap bar.
Ride Access
weight per seat must not exceed 198 pounds.
Guests wearing neck braces may not ride. Guests wearing
pacemakers are not permitted to ride. Guests with the following
conditions should not ride:
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Scrambler
Description
Clockwise and counter-clockwise simultaneous motions are sure
to thrill you, all without leaving the ground!
Scrambler accommodates twenty-four riders per cycle. Only three
riders are permitted per gondola. The restraint system on
Scrambler is a seatbelt and locking door.
Ride Access
Height Requirement
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functioning hand, Guests may have a functioning arm and be
age). Service Animals
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Shipwreck Falls
**Shipwreck Falls is operational through Labor Day, opening daily
at 11:00 A.M.
Description
Experience positive G forces just prior to sudden deceleration at
the bottom of a 50-foot drop on this “shoot the chutes” ride. Riders
WILL get wet on this ride!
There are two boats, each accommodating twenty riders. Only four
riders per row are permitted. The restraint system is a shared
seatbelt that accommodates up to two riders.
Ride Access
electric convenience vehicles should enter through the accessible
entrance located next to the main ride entrance.
Height Requirement
Guests wearing neck braces may not ride. In addition, Guests
wearing prosthetic arm and/or leg devices may not ride. Guests
with the following conditions should not ride:
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least three functioning extremities to include one functioning arm
and one functioning leg.
Service Animals
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Silver Bullet
Description
Experience heights up to 25 feet and controlled vertical drops on a
tower that slowly rotates.
This ride accommodates thirty-two riders per ride cycle. Only two
Guests per gondola are permitted.
Ride Access
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Pregnancy
least one functioning hand. Service Animals
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Sleighride
Description
Experience centrifugal forces on this revolving ride as cars
suspended from a rotating table with various elevations pivot into a
horizontal position.
This ride accommodates forty riders per ride cycle. Only two
Guests per car are permitted. The restraint system is a shared
seatbelt and lap bar.
Ride Access
years of age). Must be at least 48” tall to ride alone. Must not
exceed 78” tall to ride.
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Sling Shot (this attraction has an additional fee)
HIGH THRILL RIDE
Description
Experience up to 5Gs for a brief moment on takeoff, followed by
back to back positive and negative G forces. Guests may also be
flipped upside down four to five times during the course of the
flight.
Ride Access
flight must reach a minimum of 110 pounds.
Guests wearing neck braces may not ride. Prosthetic devices are
not permitted. Guests with the following conditions should not ride:
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Thunder Rapids Logging Company
** Thunder Rapids Logging Company is operational through Labor
Day, opening daily at 11:00 A.M.
Description
Thunder Rapids is perfect for anyone wanting to experience a
classic log flume ride. Cool off by jumping into a log and
experiencing a refreshing, 3-minute excursion through a dark
tunnel, active splash zones and two drops, plunging from 60 feet
on the final descent!
There are multiple boats, each accommodating four riders.
Ride Access
Navigation of stairs is required.
Height Requirement
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Pregnancy
least three functioning extremities to include one functioning hand
with sufficient arm length to reach the handrail and one functioning
leg with the ability to straddle the seat.
Service Animals
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Tin Lizzys
MILD THRILL RIDE
Description
Drive antique cars along a winding scenic course next to the lake.
Riders may experience forces associated with sudden impacts
with other cars either from behind or front.
This ride accommodates two riders per car. Only one Guest per
seat is permitted. The restraint system is a shared seatbelt.
Ride Access
Companion (at least 14 years of age) and are not permitted to
drive. Hand-held infants are not permitted.
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Pregnancy
least one lower extremity at the knee or below. Guests must have
the ability to turn the steering wheel and depress the accelerator in
order to drive. Service Animals
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Tree Stump Turnpike (located in Beaver Brothers Bay)
MILD THRILL RIDE
Description
Travel around a winding electric track in miniature trucks.
This ride has six ride vehicles, each accommodating four riders.
Only two Guests per row are permitted. The restraint system is a
shared seatbelt and locking door for the front rows and a shared
seatbelt for the back rows.
Ride Access
Height Requirement
permitted.
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Twister
HIGH THRILL RIDE
Description
Experience centripetal forces as the gondola freely spins upside
down, forward and backward within the rotation of the ride.
This ride accommodates forty riders per ride cycle. Only one Guest
per seat is permitted. The restraint system is a shoulder harness
and lap bar.
Ride Access
Must be at least 56” tall and must not exceed 77” tall to ride. The
total weight per seat must not exceed 198 pounds. Guests with
larger body proportions may not be able to ride.
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Viper
HIGH THRILL RIDE
Description
Experience heights up to 121 feet, a 75 foot drop and positive G,
centripetal and lateral forces while maneuvering through five
inversions on this high speed roller coaster.
This ride accommodates four riders per car. Only one Guest per
seat is permitted. The restraint system is a shoulder harness.
Ride Access
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Wally’s Weather Balloons
(located in Beaver Brothers Bay)
MILD THRILL RIDE
Description
Experience mild centrifugal forces in balloons that lift, tilt and rotate
in the air. A wheel is located in the center of each balloon, which
riders may use to spin the balloon in either a clockwise or counterclockwise direction.
This ride has eight ride vehicles, each accommodating four riders.
Only two Guests per bench are permitted. The restraint system is
a shared seatbelt and locking door.
Ride Access
permitted. The total combined weight per balloon must not exceed
660 pounds.
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Woody’s Whirlers (located in Beaver Brothers Bay)
MILD THRILL RIDE
Description
A gentle children’s swing ride that rotates in a circle.
This ride accommodates twenty riders per ride cycle. Only one
Guest per swing is permitted. The restraint system is a seatbelt
and lap bar with secondary safety strap.
Ride Access
Height Requirements
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least one functioning arm and one functioning leg with the ability to
straddle. Instead of a functioning leg, Guests may have two lower
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SPLASHTOWN WATER PARK
Splashtown Water Park is included in Park admission, there is no additional fee.
Big Kahuna
HIGH THRILL OR DEEP WATER ATTRACTION
Description
Experience a serpentine slide that’s more than 700 feet long.
Speed through turns, sudden drops and side to side motions on an
alternating open and enclosed flume before splashing into a
refreshing three foot catch pool with strong back currents.
Each raft accommodates two to four riders. Single riders are not
permitted to ride alone and will be paired up with other riders. Lap
riding is not permitted. Coast Guard approved life jackets are
permitted.
Attraction Access
requirements to participate must be able to participate without the
use of a wheelchair. Guests traveling in standard or electric
wheelchairs or electric convenience vehicles should enter at the
entrance. Navigation of several flights of stairs is required.
combined weight per raft must not exceed 800 pounds.
Guests wearing neck braces and/or any type of cast may not
participate. Prosthetic devices must not have any exposed metal in
order to be permitted. Guests with the following conditions should
not ride:
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Pregnancy
upper torso, head and neck. Guests must have at least one
functioning hand.
Service Animals
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Brain Drain
HIGH THRILL RIDE AND/OR SHALLOW WATER ATTRACTION
Description
Pulsin’ Propulsion...over 300 feet in 10 seconds! You’re 70 feet up
in the air. Imagine thrusting down the most intense water slide,
dropping over 300 feet long through a 360 degree loop, then
splashing down into a refreshing pool! It’s the breathtaking force of
the Brain Drain!.
Attraction Access
Must be at least 48” tall to ride. The total weight per rider must not
exceed 300 pounds.
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Pregnancy
Guest must have two functioning legs with feet.
Service Animals
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Crocodile Isle
AGGRESSIVE RIDE ACTION REQUIRING RIDER CONTROL
AND/OR STRONG SWIMMING SKILLS
Description
Surf’s up at this 750,000 gallon wave pool! Experience intervals of
10 minutes of calm water followed by 5 minutes of rolling waves.
Guests may float in a tube or swim freestyle. Courtesy tubes are
not provided for this attraction, however, rental tubes are available
at Tube Rentals. Coast Guard approved life jackets are permitted.
Attraction Access
entrance.
Height Requirement
Companion (at least 14 years of age). Weak or non-swimmers and
Guests under 48” tall are strongly encouraged to wear a life jacket
and remain behind the blue and yellow three foot marker. Handheld infants are only permitted in ankle deep water.
In addition to the requirements listed under General Information, it
is recommended that Guests who are pregnant, who have a heart
condition and/or high blood pressure only participate up to the blue
and yellow three foot marker. Guests wearing neck braces may not
participate. Guests wearing any type of cast are required to remain
behind the blue and yellow three foot marker. Guests with the
following conditions should not participate:
upper torso, head and neck.
Service Animals
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Flotation Station
LOW SPEED AND/OR SHALLOW WATER ATTRACTION
Description
Take a relaxing float down the 16-foot-wide lazy river while in a
tube.
Guests must float in a tube in order to participate. Courtesy tubes
are provided at the entrance to the attraction, or rental tubes are
available at Tube Rentals. Coast Guard approved life jackets are
permitted.
Attraction Access
wheelchairs or electric convenience vehicles should enter through
the entrance.
Height Requirement
Guests under 36” tall must share a tube with and be accompanied
by a Supervising Companion (at least 14 years of age). In addition,
Guests under 36” tall must wear a life jacket. Weak or nonswimmers are strongly encouraged to wear a life jacket. Hand-held
infants are not permitted in the river.
Guests wearing neck braces may not participate. Guests with the
following conditions should not participate:
Service Animals
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Hook’s Lagoon
Description
A pirate-themed pool with waterfalls, slides, a treehouse structure
and shipwrecks to climb aboard. Guests experience moderate
speeds, turns and side to side motions on slides. The slides come
to an end in up to a foot of water.
Attraction Access
entrance.
Height Requirement
Companion (at least 14 years of age) to participate in Hook’s
Lagoon. Must be at least 36” tall to ride the body slides. Weak or
non-swimmers are strongly encouraged to wear a life jacket.
It is not recommended for Guests who are pregnant, who have a
heart condition and/or high blood pressure to ride the slides.
Guests wearing neck braces may not participate. Guests wearing
any type of cast may not ride the slides. Prosthetic devices must
not have any exposed metal in order to be permitted on the slides.
Guests with the following conditions should not participate:
upper torso, head and neck or must be accompanied by a
Supervising Companion (at least 14 years of age) to participate.
Service Animals
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Tornado
Description
Experience the excitement of high speeds, turns, sudden drops
and side to side motions while plunging back and forth in a slide
funnel until splashing into a three foot catch pool in this slide that
resembles an enormous, 60-foot-tall household funnel turned on
its side!
Courtesy double and cloverleaf tubes are provided at the entrance,
rental tubes are not permitted. Single riders are not permitted to
ride alone and will be paired up with other riders. Lap riding is not
permitted. Coast Guard approved life jackets are permitted.
Attraction Access
double tube must not exceed 400 pounds and per cloverleaf tube
must not exceed 700 pounds.
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upper torso, head and neck. Guests must have at least two
functioning hands.
Service Animals
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SWIRL CITY (a slide structure comprised of three
individual, unique slide experiences)
Cannonball Run
Description
A high speed drop plunges riders into a 160-foot-wide “cannon
bowl” for a rushing spin around an open air bowl followed by a
quick drop into a 3½ foot catch pool with strong currents. Riders
encounter strong acceleration and deceleration forces from the
front, rear and all sides.
Courtesy single and double tubes are provided at the entrance,
rental tubes are not permitted. Coast Guard approved life jackets
are permitted.
Attraction Access
Must be at least 48” tall to ride. The total weight per single tube
must not exceed 250 pounds. The total combined weight per
double tube must not exceed 400 pounds.
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functioning hands. Instead of two functioning hands, a Guest may
have at least one functioning hand and two functioning legs.
Service Animals
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Mister Twister
Description
A twisted run of flume featuring three TOPSY-TURVY™ funnels
and varying grades of flume, including a quick turn into funnel #1
and a double spiral out of funnel #3. TOPSY-TURVY™ funnels
slosh riders back and forth before propelling them onto another
exciting section of flume. Riders encounter strong acceleration and
deceleration forces from the front, rear and all sides during the
course of the ride. The ride comes to an end in a 3½ foot deep
catch pool with strong currents.
Courtesy single tubes are provided at the entrance, rental tubes
are not permitted. Coast Guard approved life jackets are permitted.
Attraction Access
Must be at least 48” tall to ride. The total weight per single tube
must not exceed 250 pounds.
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functioning hands.
Service Animals
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Turbo Twins
Description
Two seriously twisted flumes snake and spiral with enclosed flume
featuring “peek-a-boo” translucent sections leaving riders
wondering where their next turn might be. Experience high speeds,
turns sudden drops and side to side motions. The ride comes to an
end in 3½ foot deep catch pool with strong currents.
Courtesy single and double tubes are provided at the entrance,
rental tubes are not permitted. Coast Guard approved life jackets
are permitted.
Attraction Access
weight per single tube must not exceed 250 pounds. The total
combined weight per double tube must not exceed 400 pounds.
not participate:
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Heart Condition
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functioning hands. Instead of two functioning hands, a Guest may
have at least one functioning hand and two functioning legs.
Service Animals
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LODGE ON THE LAKE
Lodge on the Lake is Darien Lake’s own, on property hotel. Additional fee(s)
required.
Hotel Pool
MODERATE THRILL RIDE AND/OR WATER DEPTH TO 48”
Description
Relax in a recreational pool with depths varying from three to five
feet.
Coast Guard approved life jackets are permitted.
Attraction Access
entrance.
Height Requirements
Guests under 12 years of age must be accompanied by a
Supervising Companion (at least 14 years of age). Weak or nonswimmers and Guests under 42” tall are strongly encouraged to
wear a life jacket.
Guests wearing neck braces may not participate. Guests wearing
any type of cast are required to remain behind the buoy line, in the
portion of the pool where the water depth is less than five feet.
Guests with the following conditions should not participate:
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