Kennywood Park
(412) 461-0500
4800 Kennywood Blvd
West Mifflin,
PA
15122
40.3863
-79.8649
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Overview
In an era when sterile mega-parks dominate, Kennywood remains a throwback to a simpler time. Clean and friendly, the park delights with charming, old-fashioned buildings and lush plantings. And while it could probably rake in a lot more cash by requiring visitors to buy park food, it still maintains a large number of picnic pavilions that are available for everyone to use--from families to large corporate functions.
The Experience
With five major coasters, "little" Kennywood is a major name in the minds of coaster enthusiasts. The Thunderbolt's first and last dips are intense, as are the major lateral G-force-inducing bends. The Jack Rabbit's unique double-dip gives riders an incredible feeling of hang time. The park's only steel coaster, Phantom's Revenge, zips thrill-seekers around at 82 mph. Hot days are made cooler by the Log Jammer, Raging Rapids and Pittsburgh Plunge.
User Reviews
AJashley
August 04, 2008
I had never even heard of Kennywood until about a week ago when my boyfriend told me that we're going spend the weekend in PA going to Hershey Park and then Kennywood. We're from the Detroit area, so I wasn't sure if the drive would be entirely worth it. Although Kennywood is small, it has a lot of charm. I would recommend this place to anyone (and I probably will!). I was pleasantly surprised at how smoothly the roller coasters run and how thrilling they are to ride. My favorite would have to be the Thunderbolt. Also, Noah's Arc is a MUST. Its the most fun I've ever had in a fun house type setting. The people who run the park are very nice, and efficient. The rides also load relatively fast- even if the line LOOKS long, it generally wasn't a very long wait. Oh, and don't leave before trying the bacon cheddar fries from the potato patch!!!!!
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XxPGHxJUGGERNAUTxX
July 22, 2008
This is a place that you simply MUST go to. Even though Cedar Point or Six Flags might have bigger, faster rollercoasters and more rides, Kennywood somehow captures your heart by some unknown force. I have been going my whole life, and i've seen the park grow and change, but still keep that family feeling alive. They have 3 wooden rollercoasters that are historic landmarks, which are Jackrabbit, Racer, and Thunderbolt. The Racer is the only single tracked racing coaster in America, and all of these coasters have been standing for at least 40 years or more. Other rides have historic backgrounds too. "Auto Race", is the only ride left of it's kind, and the Kennywood Railroad offers a tour of Kennywood through the years. But while maintaining that historic, family feeling, they also have new age rides that can thrill all types of thrill seekers. The Phantom's Revenge, boasts a 160 foot tall first hill, and a second hills of 230 feet, bringing riders to 82 mph. Pitt Fall, a 250 foot tall freefall ride, drops riders to a free falling speed of 65 mph. and plenty other rides reside at this park to get your heart racing. The food here is amazing, with the Potato Patch having some of the best fries nationwide, along with funnel cakes, corn dogs, and affordable drinks. If you are ever in Pittsburgh, you have to visit Kennywood. You will want to come back year after year. If you are from Pittsburgh, you already know what I'm talking about. Kennywood 4ever!!!
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megz1518
February 14, 2008
Well im only 19 and i have been going to kennywood since i was little. I love going to kennywood. for about 9 years in a row my family and i went to kennywood as a family tradition. Well one year we got kicked out but it was our own stupidity but anyways if you want to feel like a young person again you will go to kennywood. Its expensive but its worth going. Kennywood made me decide to become Amusement Park Authestisant (its spelled wrong i know). So once I am done with my college thats what I want to do. I love going watching the people and seeing old friends who i haven't seen in awhile. I hope this year my family and I will go once again. I love being a kid at kennywood. So try riding the "green ride" which is the Phantom's Revenage if you are afraid of roller coasters thats what got my roommate over that fear. So go to Kennywood this summer!!!!
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The Extras:
For the younger set, Kennywood's Kiddieland has scaled-down versions of the larger rides, including a mini-coaster.
Save Money:
For a flat rate of $28.95, you can go on any ride as many times as you want.
