Idlewild Park
Yesterday, we went to Idlewild Park and Soak Zone located in Ligonier, PA. This little amusement park has been around for quite a while. In fact, my parents-in-law went there as children. The park boasts some old time rides along with a few new ones.
Isaac took a couple of rides on his first roller coaster – Rollo Coaster. This is a great introduction to first time roller coaster riders as it is only 27 feet high and 900 feet long. I was encouraged by Isaac’s enthusiasm for the ride as it gives me hope that I may have a riding partner for other bigger coasters.
Hannah especially enjoyed the water park and the rides that make me dizzy like Scrambler, Howler, and Tilt-A-Whirl. She also enjoyed pampering her cousin Maleah who was enjoying her first visit to Idlewild. Maleah enjoyed everything, but I think she liked the trolley ride through the Land of Make Believe the best.
As for Leanne, she enjoyed a return visit to her former place of employment. She was especially fond of her surprise performance on the outdoor stage. Refer to Maleah’s blog to see a clip from her performance.
I wasn’t feeling the best as I have been battling a post Kids Camp/Stretch cold, but I did enjoy the time with family.
If you’re in western PA, I highly recommend checking out this fun amusement park. As a side note, you can bring your lunch/dinner and leave it under one of the many picnic pavilions. I was absolutely amazed that nobody bothers your stuff.
Until the next post….