Story Book Forest
Celebrating 60 years in 2016, Story Book Forest is where dreams are real, and so are your Story Book Friends!
Story Book Forest is a park built not on motion, but rather emotion. It’s a very special place where little ones can meet their favorite characters from nursery rhymes and children's tales and where parents and grandparents can revisit their youth and reminisce about simpler times.
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Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood!
NEW FOR 2015! - Take a trolley ride through Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood – the first TV series inspired by the original Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood. We are thrilled that Idlewild is the first amusement park to introduce the character and imagination of Fred Rogers to the next generation of young children.
Confusion Hill
Located in Hootin' Holler'
A ten to fifteen minute walking tour through a very peculiar place. Guests are treated to many tricks and illusions along with a very entertaining story.
Alligator Swamp
Located in Jumpin' Jungle
Pull your raft across the "swamp" using a rope and pulley.
Bigfoot's Mudslide
Located in Jumpin' Jungle
What could be more fun than Sliding Down the Jungle hillside? Sliding Down with Bigfoot of course.
Must be 32" tall to ride. Guests 32"-42" must be accompanied by an Adult.
Bubbling Springs
Located in Jumpin' Jungle
Jump into the Jungle's huge Ball Pit!
Two teenagers maximum. Hand Held Infants must be accompanied by an Adult.
Jungle Catch
Located in Jumpin' Jungle
Tons of fun as the balls float on air!
Jungle Organ
Located in Jumpin' Jungle
Play your very own tune on this gigantic musical instrument!
Net Climb
Located in Jumpin' Jungle
Can you climb all the way to the top?
Two teenagers maximum
Safari Hut
Located in Jumpin' Jungle
Atop the Safari Hut you can observe all of the Jungle's wildlife and then slide down and join in on the fun. Once on the Jungle floor, don't forget to crawl through the GIANT Eucalyptus tree trunk that serves as the base for Safari Hut.
Adults not permitted to use the slides.
Swinging Bridge
Located in Jumpin' Jungle
Steady, steady...as you cross this moving bridge!
Hand Held Infants must be accompanied by an Adult.
Tree House
Located in Jumpin' Jungle
Three story fun for everyone!
Hand Held Infants must be accompanied by an Adult.
Tunnel Crawl
Located in Jumpin' Jungle
Like the net climb, but enclosed on four sides!
Balloon Race
Located in Olde Idlewild
Eight gondolas shaped like hot-air balloons spin in a large circle while rising into the air. Riders have a sensation of soaring in a balloon.
Must be 46" tall or accompanied by an Adult.
Ferris Wheel
Located in Olde Idlewild
From the top of this ageless wheel, riders enjoy the beautiful scenery of the magnificent Laurel Highlands.
Must be 36" tall. Guests under 48" must be accompanied by an Adult.
Flying Aces
Located in Olde Idlewild.
A timeless favorite! You can be the pilot and control your very own flight aboard one of ten suspended cars flying at speeds of up to 37 miles per hour.
Must be 42" tall. Guests under 48" must be accompanied by an Adult.
Merry Go Round
Located in Olde Idlewild
This classic Merry-Go-Round is the centerpiece of the Olde Idlewild theme area. One of the last carousels built by the Philadelphia Toboggan Company in the 1920s, it has been in its present home at Idlewild since 1931.
Paratrooper
Located in Olde Idlewild
Ten umbrella-covered seats resembling parachutes spin around in a counter-clockwise direction. As it spins, the entire ride lifts to a 45 degree angle giving the riders the feeling of parachuting toward the ground only to rise back up again and repeat the cycle.
Must be 36" tall. Guests under 46" must be accompanied by an Adult.
Rollo Coaster
Located in Olde Idlewild
The Rollo Coaster was built by the Philadelphia Toboggan Company and opened to Idlewild's guests in 1938. Its two trains carry riders up and down along a wooded hillside then turn around in a swooping curve and return to the station. The Rollo Coaster has been named a Classic Coaster by the American Coaster Enthusiasts.
Must be 36" tall. Guests under 48" must be accompanied by an Adult.
Scrambler
Located in Olde Idlewild
Riders sit in one of twelve cars that are divided among three sweeps (or arms) of the ride. The four cars at the end of each sweep spin in a circular fashion, while the entire ride also spins in an opposite circular motion. The ride is named "Scrambler" because when moving, it resembles a common household mixer, or scrambler.
Must be 36" tall. Guests under 48" must be accompanied by an Adult.
Skooters
Located in Olde Idlewild
First introduced in 1931, the cars have changed, but the building remains the same. For seven decades, riders have been thrilled by the chance to drive their bumper cars around the rectangular floor in any direction bumping into friends, family, and strangers.
Must be 48" tall or taller.
Spider
Located in Olde Idlewild
Made up of six arms holding two cars each, the entire ride moves in a clockwise fashion. As it spins, the arms begin moving up and down while each car is allowed to spin independently. Riders hold on tightly as they are tossed, dipped, and spun in every direction.
Must be 46" tall or accompanied by an Adult.
Super Round-Up
Located in Olde Idlewild
A large circular ride where riders face toward the center. As the ride begins to spin, centrifugal force causes the riders to "stick" to the ride as it lifts up to a 45 degree angle.
Must be 46" tall or taller.
Tilt-A-Whirl
Located in Olde Idlewild
Another classic amusement park ride that has remained popular for generations. Riders sit in one of seven cars that are fixed to a pivot pin on independent platforms allowing each car to spin. The revolving platforms on which the cars sit roll over hills and valleys causing centrifugal and gravitational forces to tip and spin the cars randomly.
Must be 46" tall or accompanied by an Adult.
Whip
Located in Olde Idlewild
The classic "Whip" came to Idlewild in 1939. It features 12 cars that "crack the whip" at either turn-around.
Must be 46" tall or accompanied by an adult.
Wild Mouse
Located in Olde Idlewild
Hidden among the mighty trees, Idlewild's Wild Mouse is a modern version of the classic roller coaster. Featuring mouse-shaped cars carrying four riders each, the cars are hoisted to the top of the lift then must follow the steel track filled with sudden twists, dips and hills.
Must be 48" tall or taller.
Howler
Located in Hootin' Holler'
Twist around like a tornado on one of eight, four-seater cars. Make it spin as fast, or as slowly, as you want by using the common wheel in the center of the car.
Must be 38" tall. Guests under 48" must be accompanied by an Adult.
Loyalhanna Limited Railroad
Located in Hootin' Holler'
The LLRR takes passengers on a peaceful ride from the Hootin' Holler' Station to Raccoon Lagoon and back. The tracks follow the beautiful Loyalhanna Creek before winding through the cool and shady woods.
Paul Bunyan's Loggin' Toboggan
Located in Hootin' Holler'
Floating on swift moving water, the log boats meander amid the mighty trees and rustic surroundings then travel the 125-foot ascent to the top of a 30-foot tower. From there, they come barreling down a chute, splashing all the way!
Must Be 36" tall. Guests under 46" must be accompanied by an Adult.
Adult Handcars
Located in Raccoon Lagoon
A large version of the popular handcars that all children love - and the parents get to ride, too! The rider sits on the car and uses the handcrank to power themselves along the railed track.
Must be 46" tall to drive.
Cattail Derby
Located in Raccoon Lagoon
A miniature version of the popular bumper car - just for little kids. Children have the chance to power their own cars around a rectangular floor in any direction they want.
Must be 36" tall yet under 56" tall.
Dino Soars
Located in Raccoon Lagoon
Each child gets to ride on their very own dinosaur. The entire ride slowly spins in a clockwise manner and children can make their dinosaur go up and down.
Must be under 56" tall.
Doodlebug
Located in Raccoon Lagoon
The Doodlebug is a small green trolley for children that runs on two rails in a circular fashion.
Must be under 56" tall.
Little Rascals
Located in Raccoon Lagoon
Children sit down on the handcar and move themselves along the rails by turning the handcrank in front of them. Every little kid's favorite!
Must be under 50" tall.
Motorcycles
Located in Raccoon Lagoon
Children can "rev" up the good times on their own motorcycle that's just their size.
Must be under 56" tall.
Pollywog Regatta
Located in Raccoon Lagoon
Every child can be the captain of his or her own boat as they steer one of six boats around Raccoon Lagoon.
Must be under 56" tall.
Rainbow Wheel
Located in Raccoon Lagoon
A smaller version of the popular Ferris Wheel. Children ride in one of four enclosed cars as they go up and around.
Must be under 56" tall.
Red Baron
Located in Raccoon Lagoon
Eight classic airplanes go up and down as they are controlled by the young "ace" pilots.
Must be under 56" tall.
Ricky's Racers
Located in Raccoon Lagoon
A beautiful miniature car ride through the trees.
Must be under 56" tall. Children under 36" tall must be accompanied by a responsible child 36" to 56" tall.
Scampers
Located in Raccoon Lagoon
Miniature antique cars moving together in a circular manner.
Must be under 56" tall.
Tea Party
Located in Raccoon Lagoon
Parents can enjoy taking a "spin" with their children in one of 6 life size tea cups. Enjoy the party!
Guests under 36" tall must be accompanied by an adult. One adult per car.
Turtles
Located in Raccoon Lagoon
Children and their parents can ride together in one of three linked turtles. The turtles "crawl" along a circular track with plenty of hills and dips. What a sensation!
Must be under 56" tall. Guests over 56" are permitted to ride, one per vehicle.
Children that cannot walk independently to the ride, disabilities excluded, are considered Hand Held Infants. Most rides and attractions cannot accommodate Hand Held Infants. The following rides and attractions do: Story Book Forest, Confusion Hill, Wave Pool (only in shallow zone and must wear lifejacket), Little Squirts, Jumpin’ Jungle Tree House, Jungle Catch, Bubbling Springs and Suspension Bridge, Loyalhanna Railroad, and the Carousel.
Wowabunga Family Wave Pool
We call it WOW-abunga because it has a whopping 280,600 gallons of fun that’s better than being at the seashore. Following intermittent periods of calm water conditions, a signal sounds and the pool generates waves at timed intervals, allowing swimmers to “ride the tide.”
Guests under 48" are REQUIRED to wear a Coast Guard approved life jacket and be accompanied by an adult. Life jackets are available at the waterpark.
Float Away Bay
An endless river of relaxation. Grab a tube and go with the flow. The all-new Float Away Bay is an instant family favorite. It's the classic way to chill in the sun. Just relax and let your cares float away!
Weak or Non-Swimmers must wear a Coast Guard approved life jacket. Life jackets are available at the waterpark. Recommended that weak or non-swimmers stay within an arm's length of parent/guardian.
Pipeline Plunge
Twist down one of two twisting pipelines in a two-person raft while dropping 50 feet.
Thrilling water curtains greet you as you near the end!
Must be 48" tall or accompanied by an adult. 36" minimum. No hand held infants.
Hydro Racers
Four head-first racing slides.
Must be 48" tall or taller.
Tipping Bucket
Hundreds of gallons of water dumping all over you and your friends. Get Soaked to the MAX!
Serpentine Slides
Two twisting and turning slides with a big splash at the end!
Rafter's Run
All the fun of a water slide, but on a raft.
Must be 46" tall or accompanied by an adult. Max 350lbs per raft.
Captain Kidd's Adventure Galley
Featuring six waterslides and dozens of interactive spray features!
Must be 40" tall for slides over 8' in height. Must be 36" tall for slides less than 8' in height. Must be under 300lbs.
Little Squirts
Our children's pool and water fun area.
