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Adventureland Park - Addison, IL
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Italian Bobs, Super Italian Bobs)
Debut
1961
Closure
1967
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Italian Bobs, Super Italian Bobs)
Debut
1961
Closure
1967
American Adventure Theme Park - Ilkeston, England, UK
Type
Theme Park
Area
350 acres
Coasters
4 (Buffalo Ride, Mini Mine Rush, Runaway Train, Twin Looper)
Debut
1985
Closure
2006
Cause
Struggled to break even for years. Falling attendance.
Theme Park
Area
350 acres
Coasters
4 (Buffalo Ride, Mini Mine Rush, Runaway Train, Twin Looper)
Debut
1985
Closure
2006
Cause
Struggled to break even for years. Falling attendance.
Angela Park - Drums, PA
Type
Amusement Park
Area
33 acres
Coasters
1 (Valley Volcano)
Debut
1956
Closure
1989
Cause
Park experienced several years of financial hardship, accruing over $1 million in debt. The owner declared bankruptcy and the park was closed, the bank then seized the property and put it up for sale for $2 million.
Amusement Park
Area
33 acres
Coasters
1 (Valley Volcano)
Debut
1956
Closure
1989
Cause
Park experienced several years of financial hardship, accruing over $1 million in debt. The owner declared bankruptcy and the park was closed, the bank then seized the property and put it up for sale for $2 million.
Baishinji Park - Matsuyama, Ehime, Japan
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Camelback Coaster)
Debut
11/1935
Closure
3/15/2009
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Camelback Coaster)
Debut
11/1935
Closure
3/15/2009
Beachland Amusements - Stanten Island, NY
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Jack Rabbit)
Debut
1950
Closure
1997
Cause
Beachland Amusements was an arcade with a small amusement park. The amusement rides were removed in 1997 while the arcade continued to operate until 2006.
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Jack Rabbit)
Debut
1950
Closure
1997
Cause
Beachland Amusements was an arcade with a small amusement park. The amusement rides were removed in 1997 while the arcade continued to operate until 2006.
Bell's Amusement Park - Tulsa, OK
Type
Amusement Park
Area
10 acres
Coasters
1 (Zingo)
Debut
3/1951
Closure
2006
Cause
The park was forced to relinquish its position on Tulsa Fairgrounds when the county did not renew its lease, despite 2006 being its most successful in years. The park has announced plans to move elsewhere, but has not yet secured a location.
Amusement Park
Area
10 acres
Coasters
1 (Zingo)
Debut
3/1951
Closure
2006
Cause
The park was forced to relinquish its position on Tulsa Fairgrounds when the county did not renew its lease, despite 2006 being its most successful in years. The park has announced plans to move elsewhere, but has not yet secured a location.
Belle Vue Park - Manchester, England, UK
Type
Zoo and Amusement Park
Area
165 acres
Debut
1925 (Amusement park, gardens opened in 1836, zoo in 1856)
Closure
1980
Removal
2/1981
Cause
In 1979, the park was leased, but it was obvious that it was dying. The long-promised resurrection of the Scenic Railway had not happened and the water chute had closed.
Zoo and Amusement Park
Area
165 acres
Debut
1925 (Amusement park, gardens opened in 1836, zoo in 1856)
Closure
1980
Removal
2/1981
Cause
In 1979, the park was leased, but it was obvious that it was dying. The long-promised resurrection of the Scenic Railway had not happened and the water chute had closed.
Boardwalk and Baseball (AKA Circus World) - Haines City, FL
Type
Amusement Park
Area
135 acres
Coasters
2 (Florida Hurricane, Zoomerang)
Debut
February 21, 1974
Closure
January 17, 1990
Cause
In 1989, HBJ (Harcourt Brace and Jovanovich) sold their amusement parks to Busch. Apparently, Busch was not very interested in the Boardwalk and Baseball portion of the purchase and closed the park on 1/17/1990
Amusement Park
Area
135 acres
Coasters
2 (Florida Hurricane, Zoomerang)
Debut
February 21, 1974
Closure
January 17, 1990
Cause
In 1989, HBJ (Harcourt Brace and Jovanovich) sold their amusement parks to Busch. Apparently, Busch was not very interested in the Boardwalk and Baseball portion of the purchase and closed the park on 1/17/1990
Boblo Island - Amherstburg, ON, Canada
Type
Amusement Park
Area
27 acres
Coasters
3 (Nightmare, Screamer, Sky Streak)
Debut
1898
Closure
September 26, 1993
Removal
1994 (rides sold)
Amusement Park
Area
27 acres
Coasters
3 (Nightmare, Screamer, Sky Streak)
Debut
1898
Closure
September 26, 1993
Removal
1994 (rides sold)
Buckeye Lake - Buckeye Lake, OH
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Wild Mouse)
Debut
1931
Closure
1970
Cause
The Amusement Park closed in 1970 after an attempt failed to revive it as a Country Western theme park.
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Wild Mouse)
Debut
1931
Closure
1970
Cause
The Amusement Park closed in 1970 after an attempt failed to revive it as a Country Western theme park.
Buckroe Beach Park - Hampton, VA
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Dips)
Debut
1897
Closure
1985
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Dips)
Debut
1897
Closure
1985
Busch Gardens California (AKA Busch Bird Sanctuary) - Van Nuys, CA
Type
Theme / Animal Park
Area
17 acres
Debut
1966
Closure
1978
Cause
Low attendance
Theme / Animal Park
Area
17 acres
Debut
1966
Closure
1978
Cause
Low attendance
Cascade Park - New Castle, PA
Type
Amusement Park
Area
183 acre
Coasters
1 (Comet)
Debut
1897
Closure
1981
Removal
1981 (rides removed)
Cause
Lack of funds and attendance. Although all of the amusement rides were removed in the early 1980's, many of the old buildings and loading platforms still stand. This is now a community park.
Notes
Although all of the amusement rides were removed in the early 1980's, many of the old buildings and loading platforms still stand. This is now a community park
Amusement Park
Area
183 acre
Coasters
1 (Comet)
Debut
1897
Closure
1981
Removal
1981 (rides removed)
Cause
Lack of funds and attendance. Although all of the amusement rides were removed in the early 1980's, many of the old buildings and loading platforms still stand. This is now a community park.
Notes
Although all of the amusement rides were removed in the early 1980's, many of the old buildings and loading platforms still stand. This is now a community park
Celebration City (AKA Branson USA) - Branson, Missouri
Type
Theme Park
Area
112 acres
Coasters
3 (Jack Rabbit, Ozark Wildcat, Thunderbolt)
Debut
5/1999
Closure
10/25/2008
Cause
Unmet financial expectations.
Theme Park
Area
112 acres
Coasters
3 (Jack Rabbit, Ozark Wildcat, Thunderbolt)
Debut
5/1999
Closure
10/25/2008
Cause
Unmet financial expectations.
Center Norte (AKA Show Center) - Buenos Aires, Argentina
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Hurricane, Queen Bee)
Debut
1999
Closure
4/8/2007
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Hurricane, Queen Bee)
Debut
1999
Closure
4/8/2007
Century of Progress - Chicago, IL
Type
World's Fair
Area
442 acres
Coasters
2 (Cyclone, Flying Turns)
Debut
5/27/1933
Closure
10/31/1934
Cause
Park closed at the end of the World's Fair.
World's Fair
Area
442 acres
Coasters
2 (Cyclone, Flying Turns)
Debut
5/27/1933
Closure
10/31/1934
Cause
Park closed at the end of the World's Fair.
Chippewa Lake Park - Chippewa Lake, OH
Type
Amusement Park
Area
90 acres
Coasters
3 (Big Dipper, Little Dipper, Wild Mouse)
Debut
1878
Closure
1978
Removal
Never removed/Abandoned
Cause
Closed it due to lack of attendance.
Amusement Park
Area
90 acres
Coasters
3 (Big Dipper, Little Dipper, Wild Mouse)
Debut
1878
Closure
1978
Removal
Never removed/Abandoned
Cause
Closed it due to lack of attendance.
Cidade da Criança - São Bernardo, São Paulo, Brazil
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Minhocão, unknown)
Debut
10/10/1968
Closure
2006
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Minhocão, unknown)
Debut
10/10/1968
Closure
2006
Columbia Gardens - Butte, MT
Type
Amusement Park
Area
68 acres
Coasters
1 (Roller coaster)
Debut
1898
Closure
1973
Removal
post-1973 operating season
Cause
Increasing operational costs. Park removed so area could be pit mined for minerals (Anaconda Mining Co.).
Amusement Park
Area
68 acres
Coasters
1 (Roller coaster)
Debut
1898
Closure
1973
Removal
post-1973 operating season
Cause
Increasing operational costs. Park removed so area could be pit mined for minerals (Anaconda Mining Co.).
Crystal Beach - Crystal Beach, ON, Canada
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
3 (Comet, Giant Coaster, Little Dipper)
Debut
1888
Closure
September 4, 1989
Removal
October 17, 1989
Cause
In 1989 the park changed hands with a partial buy-out and infusion of new investors. These new investors wished to build a marina, but did not want to put up the $15 - $20 million required to make the park competitive with amusement parks in that market.
Amusement Park
Coasters
3 (Comet, Giant Coaster, Little Dipper)
Debut
1888
Closure
September 4, 1989
Removal
October 17, 1989
Cause
In 1989 the park changed hands with a partial buy-out and infusion of new investors. These new investors wished to build a marina, but did not want to put up the $15 - $20 million required to make the park competitive with amusement parks in that market.
Crystal Beach Park - Corpus Christi, TX
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Giant Roller Coaster)
Debut
7/1931
Closure
1933
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Giant Roller Coaster)
Debut
7/1931
Closure
1933
Crystal Beach Park - Vermilion, OH
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Crystal Flyer)
Debut
1907
Closure
1962
Cause
In 1962, the park land was sold to the Crystal Development Corporation, headed by Vermilionite James M. Fisher. In November of 1962 20 frame buildings, rides, and equipment belonging to the Crystal Park were sold at auction.
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Crystal Flyer)
Debut
1907
Closure
1962
Cause
In 1962, the park land was sold to the Crystal Development Corporation, headed by Vermilionite James M. Fisher. In November of 1962 20 frame buildings, rides, and equipment belonging to the Crystal Park were sold at auction.
DandiLion Park (AKA Muskego Beach Amusement Park) - Muskego, WI
Type
Amusement Park
Area
35 acres
Coasters
3 (Tailspin, Wild Mouse, unknown)
Debut
1861
Closure
1977
Cause
Park sold and put up for development.
Amusement Park
Area
35 acres
Coasters
3 (Tailspin, Wild Mouse, unknown)
Debut
1861
Closure
1977
Cause
Park sold and put up for development.
Dinosaur Beach (AKA Hunt's Pier) - Wildwood, NJ
Type
Amusement Park
Area
4 acres
Coasters
2 (Crazy Mouse, Golden Nugget)
Debut
1905
Closure
1998
Cause
In 1999 Morey's Piers purchased the pier and has said they have non-amusement plans for the pier.
Amusement Park
Area
4 acres
Coasters
2 (Crazy Mouse, Golden Nugget)
Debut
1905
Closure
1998
Cause
In 1999 Morey's Piers purchased the pier and has said they have non-amusement plans for the pier.
Dongfang Amusement Park - Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Lin Zhong Flying Squirrel, Shuanghuan)
Debut
1986
Closure
9/7/2004
Cause
Declining attendance since late 1990s.
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Lin Zhong Flying Squirrel, Shuanghuan)
Debut
1986
Closure
9/7/2004
Cause
Declining attendance since late 1990s.
Dowdy's - Nags Head, NC
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Tornado)
Debut
1963
Closure
2005
Removal
SBNO/Abandoned
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Tornado)
Debut
1963
Closure
2005
Removal
SBNO/Abandoned
Dreamland - Sanbon-dong, Seoul, South Korea
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
3 (Atomic Coaster, Dragon, Jet Coaster)
Debut
1987
Closure
2006
Amusement Park
Coasters
3 (Atomic Coaster, Dragon, Jet Coaster)
Debut
1987
Closure
2006
Dreamland - Brooklyn, NY
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Coasting Thru Switzerland)
Debut
5/15/1904
Closure
5/26/1911
Cause
A fire broke out in 1911 during repairs to the Hell Gate ride, when lights illuminating the work area exploded and caught the pitch/tar, for the roofing repairs, on fire. The highly flammable materials of all the buildings caused the entire park to burn.
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Coasting Thru Switzerland)
Debut
5/15/1904
Closure
5/26/1911
Cause
A fire broke out in 1911 during repairs to the Hell Gate ride, when lights illuminating the work area exploded and caught the pitch/tar, for the roofing repairs, on fire. The highly flammable materials of all the buildings caused the entire park to burn.
Edgewater Park - Detroit, MI
Type
Amusement Park
Area
20 acres
Coasters
2 (Big Beast, Wild Mouse)
Debut
1927
Closure
September 13, 1981
Removal
September 26, 1981
Cause
Lost popularity
Amusement Park
Area
20 acres
Coasters
2 (Big Beast, Wild Mouse)
Debut
1927
Closure
September 13, 1981
Removal
September 26, 1981
Cause
Lost popularity
Eldridge Park - Elmira, NY
Type
Amusement Park
Area
15 acres
Coasters
1 (Speedway)
Debut
1903?
Closure
1983
Amusement Park
Area
15 acres
Coasters
1 (Speedway)
Debut
1903?
Closure
1983
Electric Park - Detroit, MI
Type
Trolley/Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Detroit Bobs)
Debut
5/26/1906
Closure
1927
Removal
1928
Cause
Series of legal battles challenging the ownership and existence of the park. In 1927 the legal contests came to an end as the City of Detroit condemned many of the park's structures as a blight ("eyesores"), and the park was closed.
Trolley/Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Detroit Bobs)
Debut
5/26/1906
Closure
1927
Removal
1928
Cause
Series of legal battles challenging the ownership and existence of the park. In 1927 the legal contests came to an end as the City of Detroit condemned many of the park's structures as a blight ("eyesores"), and the park was closed.
Elitch Gardens (original location) - Denver, CO
Type
Amusement Park
Area
28 acres
Coasters
4 (Mr. Twister, Sidewinder, Wild Mouse, Wildcat)
Debut
5/1/1980
Closure
10/1/1994
Cause
No expansion room. Family moved the park along with 20 major rides to a new location in Devner, CO.
Amusement Park
Area
28 acres
Coasters
4 (Mr. Twister, Sidewinder, Wild Mouse, Wildcat)
Debut
5/1/1980
Closure
10/1/1994
Cause
No expansion room. Family moved the park along with 20 major rides to a new location in Devner, CO.
Enna Jettick Park (AKA Lakeside Park) - Auburn, NY
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Dips)
Debut
1910
Closure
1944
Cause
In 1944, Fred L. Emerson gave Enna Jettick Park to Cayuga County for use as a public park. The county renamed the land Emerson Park and razed the Roller Coaster, the Mill Chute and games buildings.
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Dips)
Debut
1910
Closure
1944
Cause
In 1944, Fred L. Emerson gave Enna Jettick Park to Cayuga County for use as a public park. The county renamed the land Emerson Park and razed the Roller Coaster, the Mill Chute and games buildings.
Euclid Beach - Cleveland, OH
Type
Amusement Park
Area
90 acres
Coasters
3 (Derby Racer, Flying Turns, Thriller)
Debut
1895
Closure
September 28, 1969
Cause
Rising costs of operation and lack of patrons
Notes
Home of one of the few flying turns rides ever built
Amusement Park
Area
90 acres
Coasters
3 (Derby Racer, Flying Turns, Thriller)
Debut
1895
Closure
September 28, 1969
Cause
Rising costs of operation and lack of patrons
Notes
Home of one of the few flying turns rides ever built
Excelsior Amusement Park - Excelsior, MN
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Cyclone)
Debut
5/1925
Closure
9/1973
Notes
The Excelsior PTC Carousel is now located at Valleyfair!
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Cyclone)
Debut
5/1925
Closure
9/1973
Notes
The Excelsior PTC Carousel is now located at Valleyfair!
Expoland - Suita, Osaka, Japan
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
7 (Daidarasaurus, Family Coaster, Fujin Raijin II, Mini Coaster, Orochi, Space Salamander, Wild Mouse)
Debut
1972
Closure
12/9/2007
Removal
SBNO
Cause
Fatal accident on Fujin Rajin II. Lack of customers. Bankruptcy.
Amusement Park
Coasters
7 (Daidarasaurus, Family Coaster, Fujin Raijin II, Mini Coaster, Orochi, Space Salamander, Wild Mouse)
Debut
1972
Closure
12/9/2007
Removal
SBNO
Cause
Fatal accident on Fujin Rajin II. Lack of customers. Bankruptcy.
Fairyland Kiddie Park - Brooklyn, NY
Type
Amusement Park
Area
1 acre
Coasters
1 (Roller Coaster)
Debut
1952
Closure
2002
Cause
Small volume business. Increasing expenses. Land value worth more than the park.
Amusement Park
Area
1 acre
Coasters
1 (Roller Coaster)
Debut
1952
Closure
2002
Cause
Small volume business. Increasing expenses. Land value worth more than the park.
Fairyland Park - Kansas City, MO
Type
Amusement Park
Area
80 acres
Coasters
1 (Wildcat)
Debut
1923
Closure
1977
Removal
SBNO/Abandoned until 2004 (Wildcat moved in 1989 to Frontier City)
Cause
Lack of attendance and storm damage.
Amusement Park
Area
80 acres
Coasters
1 (Wildcat)
Debut
1923
Closure
1977
Removal
SBNO/Abandoned until 2004 (Wildcat moved in 1989 to Frontier City)
Cause
Lack of attendance and storm damage.
Fantasy Farm Amusement Park - Middletown, OH
Type
Amusement Park
Area
20 acres
Coasters
2 (Monster Mouse, Roller Coaster)
Debut
1963
Closure
1991
Cause
Sold due to rising insurance costs and the cost of repair/removal of numerous old rides.
Amusement Park
Area
20 acres
Coasters
2 (Monster Mouse, Roller Coaster)
Debut
1963
Closure
1991
Cause
Sold due to rising insurance costs and the cost of repair/removal of numerous old rides.
Flint Park - Flint, MI
Type
Theme Park
Area
40 acres
Coasters
1 (Roller Coaster)
Debut
1921
Closure
1961
Cause
Increased vandalism. n March 31, 1961, the decision to not reopen was made public by the owners.
Theme Park
Area
40 acres
Coasters
1 (Roller Coaster)
Debut
1921
Closure
1961
Cause
Increased vandalism. n March 31, 1961, the decision to not reopen was made public by the owners.
Fontaine Ferry Park - Louisville, KY
Type
Amusement Park
Area
64 acres
Coasters
2 (Comet, Little Comet)
Debut
1905
Closure
5/25/1976
Cause
On May 25th 1976 a fire broke out destroying the gate and penny arcade. Many other fires started as a result. The park never reopened and was auctioned off.
Amusement Park
Area
64 acres
Coasters
2 (Comet, Little Comet)
Debut
1905
Closure
5/25/1976
Cause
On May 25th 1976 a fire broke out destroying the gate and penny arcade. Many other fires started as a result. The park never reopened and was auctioned off.
Forest Hill Park - Richmond, VA
Type
Urban Amusement Park
Area
105 acres
Coasters
1 (Dips)
Debut
1890s
Closure
1932
Removal
1933
Cause
Economic constraints of the Great Depression.
Urban Amusement Park
Area
105 acres
Coasters
1 (Dips)
Debut
1890s
Closure
1932
Removal
1933
Cause
Economic constraints of the Great Depression.
Forest Park - Chicago, IL
Type
Amusement Park
Area
22 acres
Coasters
3 (Giant Safety Coaster, Grand Canyon, Leap The Dips)
Debut
1907
Closure
1922
Cause
Prohibition in 1920 closed the park's Beer Garden causing a drop in attendance. This was followed by a fire in 1922 which destroyed a great deal of the park. The park never reopened.
Amusement Park
Area
22 acres
Coasters
3 (Giant Safety Coaster, Grand Canyon, Leap The Dips)
Debut
1907
Closure
1922
Cause
Prohibition in 1920 closed the park's Beer Garden causing a drop in attendance. This was followed by a fire in 1922 which destroyed a great deal of the park. The park never reopened.
Forest Park Highlands Amusement Park - St. Louis, MO
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Comet, Flying Turns)
Debut
1896
Closure
7/19/1963
Removal
7/19/1963 - 2/171966
Cause
On 7/19/1963 a fire that started in a restaurant put an end to the park
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Comet, Flying Turns)
Debut
1896
Closure
7/19/1963
Removal
7/19/1963 - 2/171966
Cause
On 7/19/1963 a fire that started in a restaurant put an end to the park
Freedom Land U.S.A. - Bronx, NY
Type
Themed Park
Area
205 acres
Coasters
1 (Astro-ride)
Debut
6/19/1960
Closure
1964
Cause
On September 14, 1964, citing competition from the 1964 New York World's Fair, Freedomland filed for bankruptcy and was torn down
Themed Park
Area
205 acres
Coasters
1 (Astro-ride)
Debut
6/19/1960
Closure
1964
Cause
On September 14, 1964, citing competition from the 1964 New York World's Fair, Freedomland filed for bankruptcy and was torn down
Freestyle Music Park - Myrle Beach, SC
Type
Theme Park
Area
55 acres (140 acre property)
Coasters
5 (Hang Ten, Iron Horse, Round About, Soak'd, Time Machine)
Debut
4/15/2008
Closure
2009
Removal
SBNO
Cause
After it's first year of operation as Hard Rock park, the park did not meet expected revenue, entered bankruptcy and clsoed. After being sold to new owners, the park's fate was no better and closed again after it's second season.
Theme Park
Area
55 acres (140 acre property)
Coasters
5 (Hang Ten, Iron Horse, Round About, Soak'd, Time Machine)
Debut
4/15/2008
Closure
2009
Removal
SBNO
Cause
After it's first year of operation as Hard Rock park, the park did not meet expected revenue, entered bankruptcy and clsoed. After being sold to new owners, the park's fate was no better and closed again after it's second season.
Frontier Village Amusement Park - San Jose, CA
Type
Amusement Park
Area
39 acres
Coasters
1 (Apache Whirlwind)
Debut
1961
Closure
9/16/1980
Cause
High property values. Rio Grande could make more money selling off the land to developers than it could by running the park--sold to a land developer, the Bren Company.
Amusement Park
Area
39 acres
Coasters
1 (Apache Whirlwind)
Debut
1961
Closure
9/16/1980
Cause
High property values. Rio Grande could make more money selling off the land to developers than it could by running the park--sold to a land developer, the Bren Company.
Frontierland Western Theme Park - Morecambe, England, UK
Type
Theme Park
Area
10 acres
Coasters
0 (the 5 remaining coasters were taken down in 1998 [Stampede] and 1999 [American Coaster, Rattler, Runaway Mine Train, Texas Tornado])
Debut
1909
Closure
2000
Removal
1999 - 2013 (Polo Tower cannot be removed as the telephone mast on top is contracted until 2013)
Cause
3 outlet malls constructed on the rear of the property.
Theme Park
Area
10 acres
Coasters
0 (the 5 remaining coasters were taken down in 1998 [Stampede] and 1999 [American Coaster, Rattler, Runaway Mine Train, Texas Tornado])
Debut
1909
Closure
2000
Removal
1999 - 2013 (Polo Tower cannot be removed as the telephone mast on top is contracted until 2013)
Cause
3 outlet malls constructed on the rear of the property.
Frontierland Western Theme Park - Morecambe, England, UK
Type
Theme Park
Area
10 acres
Coasters
0 (the 5 remaining coasters were taken down in 1998 [Stampede] and 1999 [American Coaster, Rattler, Runaway Mine Train, Texas Tornado])
Debut
1909
Closure
2000
Removal
1999 - 2013 (Polo Tower cannot be removed as the telephone mast on top is contracted until 2013)
Cause
3 outlet malls constructed on the rear of the property.
Theme Park
Area
10 acres
Coasters
0 (the 5 remaining coasters were taken down in 1998 [Stampede] and 1999 [American Coaster, Rattler, Runaway Mine Train, Texas Tornado])
Debut
1909
Closure
2000
Removal
1999 - 2013 (Polo Tower cannot be removed as the telephone mast on top is contracted until 2013)
Cause
3 outlet malls constructed on the rear of the property.
Fun Junction - Grand Junction, CO
Type
Amusement Park
Area
6 acres
Coasters
1 (Wild Mouse)
Debut
1954
Closure
2004
Cause
After a sewage flood the park owners lost everything, including the park.
Amusement Park
Area
6 acres
Coasters
1 (Wild Mouse)
Debut
1954
Closure
2004
Cause
After a sewage flood the park owners lost everything, including the park.
Fun Time USA - Gulfport, MS
Type
Amusement Park
Debut
1978
Closure
8/29/2005
Cause
Destroyed by Hurricane Katrina in 2005
Amusement Park
Debut
1978
Closure
8/29/2005
Cause
Destroyed by Hurricane Katrina in 2005
Geauga Lake - Aurora, Ohio
Type
Amusement/Theme Park
Area
400 acres (17 acre waterpark)
Coasters
8 (Beaver Land Mine Ride, Big Dipper, Dominator, Double Loop, Head Spin, Raging Wolf Bobs, Thunderhawk, Villain)
Debut
1888
Closure
9/16/2007
Removal
Rides auctioned off. All that remains is the Wildwater Kingdom waterpark that still operates.
Cause
Declining attendance.
Notes
All that remains is the Wildwater Kingdom waterpark that still operates.
Amusement/Theme Park
Area
400 acres (17 acre waterpark)
Coasters
8 (Beaver Land Mine Ride, Big Dipper, Dominator, Double Loop, Head Spin, Raging Wolf Bobs, Thunderhawk, Villain)
Debut
1888
Closure
9/16/2007
Removal
Rides auctioned off. All that remains is the Wildwater Kingdom waterpark that still operates.
Cause
Declining attendance.
Notes
All that remains is the Wildwater Kingdom waterpark that still operates.
Grove Land - St. Clears, Wales, UK
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Cyber Space)
Debut
2002
Closure
2005
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Cyber Space)
Debut
2002
Closure
2005
Gulf Shores Amusement Park - Gulf Shores, AL
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Miner Mike, Roller Coaster)
Debut
1980s
Closure
2004
Cause
Gulf Shores Amusement Park was in danger of closing at the end of the 2004 season. Hurricane Ivan sealed the deal by destroying the park.
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Miner Mike, Roller Coaster)
Debut
1980s
Closure
2004
Cause
Gulf Shores Amusement Park was in danger of closing at the end of the 2004 season. Hurricane Ivan sealed the deal by destroying the park.
Gwynn Oak Park - Baltimore, MD
Type
Amusement Park
Area
64 acres
Coasters
2 (Big Dipper, Wild Mouse)
Debut
1890s
Closure
1972
Removal
1974 (rides auctioned off)
Cause
Park was flooded when Gwynn Falls overflowed it's banks after Hurricane Agnes hit.
Amusement Park
Area
64 acres
Coasters
2 (Big Dipper, Wild Mouse)
Debut
1890s
Closure
1972
Removal
1974 (rides auctioned off)
Cause
Park was flooded when Gwynn Falls overflowed it's banks after Hurricane Agnes hit.
Hamel's Park - ShrevEport, LA
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Thunderail)
Debut
1980s
Closure
1999
Cause
The park fell into hard times in the early 1990s when a tornado literally bent their Ferris wheel in half, and with the rides removed, the park served as grounds for a monthly arts and crafts exposition. Shortly thereafter, in 1999 it closed permanently.
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Thunderail)
Debut
1980s
Closure
1999
Cause
The park fell into hard times in the early 1990s when a tornado literally bent their Ferris wheel in half, and with the rides removed, the park served as grounds for a monthly arts and crafts exposition. Shortly thereafter, in 1999 it closed permanently.
Hillcrest Park - Lemont, IL
Type
Private Picnic Park
Area
58.8 acres
Coasters
1 (Little Dipper)
Debut
1952
Closure
9/1/2003
Cause
The park's closure was due to a decline of corporate outings and the simultaneous increase in value of the land. The land was sold to developers to build a large warehouse.
Private Picnic Park
Area
58.8 acres
Coasters
1 (Little Dipper)
Debut
1952
Closure
9/1/2003
Cause
The park's closure was due to a decline of corporate outings and the simultaneous increase in value of the land. The land was sold to developers to build a large warehouse.
Idora Park - Youngstown, OH
Type
Amusement Park
Area
27 acres
Coasters
3 (Baby Wildcat, Jack Rabbit, Wildcat)
Debut
5/30/1899
Closure
1984
Removal
Abandoned. Last remaining rides demolished by 7/26/2001
Cause
After a devastating fire on April 26, 1984, many major attractions (including the signature Wildcat) were destroyed. The park operated through the summer of 1984, but with the premier ride gone, a decision was made to close permanently.
Notes
The Baby Wildcat was demolished in 1998 and the Jack Rabbit and Wildcat were demolished on 7/26/2001. The Ballroom located inside the park burned down in 2000, arson was suspected
Amusement Park
Area
27 acres
Coasters
3 (Baby Wildcat, Jack Rabbit, Wildcat)
Debut
5/30/1899
Closure
1984
Removal
Abandoned. Last remaining rides demolished by 7/26/2001
Cause
After a devastating fire on April 26, 1984, many major attractions (including the signature Wildcat) were destroyed. The park operated through the summer of 1984, but with the premier ride gone, a decision was made to close permanently.
Notes
The Baby Wildcat was demolished in 1998 and the Jack Rabbit and Wildcat were demolished on 7/26/2001. The Ballroom located inside the park burned down in 2000, arson was suspected
Idora Park - Oakland, CA
Type
Trolley Park
Area
17.5 acres
Coasters
2 (Big Dipper, Skyrocket)
Debut
1906
Closure
1928
Removal
1929
Cause
Late in life, Idora Park was eclipsed by the rise of the automobile and Neptune Beach, California in Alameda, California. In 1929, Idora Park was razed.
Trolley Park
Area
17.5 acres
Coasters
2 (Big Dipper, Skyrocket)
Debut
1906
Closure
1928
Removal
1929
Cause
Late in life, Idora Park was eclipsed by the rise of the automobile and Neptune Beach, California in Alameda, California. In 1929, Idora Park was razed.
Island Beach Park - Burlington, NJ
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Greyhound)
Debut
1900s
Closure
1928
Cause
In 1928 a fire destroyed the park. Because the park was located on an island without road access, the fire consumed the park before firefighting equipment could arrive by ferry.
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Greyhound)
Debut
1900s
Closure
1928
Cause
In 1928 a fire destroyed the park. Because the park was located on an island without road access, the fire consumed the park before firefighting equipment could arrive by ferry.
Jantzen Beach Amusement Park - Portland, OR
Type
Amusement Park
Area
123 acres
Coasters
1 (Big Dipper)
Debut
5/26/1928
Closure
Labor Day 1970
Cause
Years of dwindling revenues.
Notes
Jantzen Beach Shopping Center. The parks CW Parker Carousel, built in 1921, now operates in the food court of the shopping center
Amusement Park
Area
123 acres
Coasters
1 (Big Dipper)
Debut
5/26/1928
Closure
Labor Day 1970
Cause
Years of dwindling revenues.
Notes
Jantzen Beach Shopping Center. The parks CW Parker Carousel, built in 1921, now operates in the food court of the shopping center
Jefferson Beach - St. Clair Shores, MI
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Big Dipper)
Debut
1927
Closure
1955
Removal
1959 (converted into marina)
Cause
Fire destroyed several buildings. Rebuilding efforts turned into marina conversion
Notes
Site is now occupied by Jefferson Beach Marina
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Big Dipper)
Debut
1927
Closure
1955
Removal
1959 (converted into marina)
Cause
Fire destroyed several buildings. Rebuilding efforts turned into marina conversion
Notes
Site is now occupied by Jefferson Beach Marina
Joyland - Witchita, KA
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Nightmare)
Debut
6/12/1949
Closure
2006
Removal
SBNO
Cause
Financial problems and many attractions required extensive repairs. Park was shut down after the 2004 season, the reopened for the 2006 season before being permanently closed.
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Nightmare)
Debut
6/12/1949
Closure
2006
Removal
SBNO
Cause
Financial problems and many attractions required extensive repairs. Park was shut down after the 2004 season, the reopened for the 2006 season before being permanently closed.
Joypolis - Naka, Yokohama, Japan
Type
Theme Park
Area
2 acres
Coasters
1 (Rail Chase The Ride)
Debut
7/20/1994
Closure
4/20/2005
Cause
Sega Corp. closed its the park indefinitely, pending a police investigation and an internal investigation into park safety procedures.
Theme Park
Area
2 acres
Coasters
1 (Rail Chase The Ride)
Debut
7/20/1994
Closure
4/20/2005
Cause
Sega Corp. closed its the park indefinitely, pending a police investigation and an internal investigation into park safety procedures.
Kiddieland - Melrose Park, IL
Type
Kiddie Amusement Park
Area
17 acres
Coasters
1 (Little Dipper)
Debut
1929
Closure
9/27/2009
Cause
The landowners declined to extend the lease on the land in early 2009.
Kiddie Amusement Park
Area
17 acres
Coasters
1 (Little Dipper)
Debut
1929
Closure
9/27/2009
Cause
The landowners declined to extend the lease on the land in early 2009.
Kintetsu Ayameike - Nara, Nara, Japan
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
3 (Go Go Sneaker, Rocky, Tornado)
Debut
1926
Closure
6/6/2004
Cause
New town development focused on "green" technology built on the former park's site.
Amusement Park
Coasters
3 (Go Go Sneaker, Rocky, Tornado)
Debut
1926
Closure
6/6/2004
Cause
New town development focused on "green" technology built on the former park's site.
Kobe Portopialand - uo, Hyogo, Japan
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
3 (BMRX, Double Loop, Munich Autobahn)
Debut
1981
Closure
3/31/2006
Amusement Park
Coasters
3 (BMRX, Double Loop, Munich Autobahn)
Debut
1981
Closure
3/31/2006
Lake Lansing Amusement Park - Haslett, MI
Type
Amusement Park
Area
44 acres
Coasters
1 (Giant Coaster)
Debut
1934
Closure
1974
Amusement Park
Area
44 acres
Coasters
1 (Giant Coaster)
Debut
1934
Closure
1974
Lakeside Park - Salem, VA
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Shooting Star)
Debut
7/1920
Closure
10/19/1986
Cause
In 1985 a flood damaged or destroyed much of the park. The owners, Mountain Park, Inc. repaired what they could and replaced what they could not. There were plans to further develop the park, but in 1986, a grounds worker was struck and killed by a train
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Shooting Star)
Debut
7/1920
Closure
10/19/1986
Cause
In 1985 a flood damaged or destroyed much of the park. The owners, Mountain Park, Inc. repaired what they could and replaced what they could not. There were plans to further develop the park, but in 1986, a grounds worker was struck and killed by a train
Lakewood Park - Barnesville, PA
Type
Trolley Park
Area
84 acres
Coasters
3 (Giant Coaster, Roller Coaster, Wild Mouse)
Debut
1916
Closure
1982
Trolley Park
Area
84 acres
Coasters
3 (Giant Coaster, Roller Coaster, Wild Mouse)
Debut
1916
Closure
1982
Lakewood Park - Charlotte, NC
Type
Amusement Park
Area
100+ acres
Coasters
1 (Scenic Railway)
Debut
1910
Closure
1933
Cause
For the most part, people stopped coming to Lakewood Park in 1933 during the Great Depression. A tornado hit the area on April 6, 1936 and heavy rains washed out the dam. Repairs were never made and the park closed for good.
Amusement Park
Area
100+ acres
Coasters
1 (Scenic Railway)
Debut
1910
Closure
1933
Cause
For the most part, people stopped coming to Lakewood Park in 1933 during the Great Depression. A tornado hit the area on April 6, 1936 and heavy rains washed out the dam. Repairs were never made and the park closed for good.
Legend City - Phoenix, AZ
Type
Amusement Park
Area
58 acres
Coasters
3 (Flower Power, Sidewinder [steel], Sidewinder [wood])
Debut
6/29/1963
Closure
9/4/1983
Cause
The property was eventually purchased in 1982 by the Salt River Project, which closed the park permanently after the 1983 season. Dismantled and razed to the ground.
Amusement Park
Area
58 acres
Coasters
3 (Flower Power, Sidewinder [steel], Sidewinder [wood])
Debut
6/29/1963
Closure
9/4/1983
Cause
The property was eventually purchased in 1982 by the Salt River Project, which closed the park permanently after the 1983 season. Dismantled and razed to the ground.
LeSourdsville Lake Amusement Park (AKA Americana Park) - Middletown, OH
Type
Amusement Park
Area
68 acres
Coasters
3 (Little Dipper, Screechin' Eagle, Serpent)
Debut
1922
Closure
2003
Removal
Currently still SBNO
Amusement Park
Area
68 acres
Coasters
3 (Little Dipper, Screechin' Eagle, Serpent)
Debut
1922
Closure
2003
Removal
Currently still SBNO
Libertyland (AKA Mid South Fair) - Memphis, TN
Type
Theme Park
Coasters
3 (Dragon Wagon, Revolution, Zippin Pippin)
Debut
8/4/1976 (Operated as Mid South Fair since 1920s)
Closure
10/29/2005
Removal
2010 (most rides have been moved/sold/destroyed)
Cause
Financial difficulties. Dwindling attendance and popularity.
Theme Park
Coasters
3 (Dragon Wagon, Revolution, Zippin Pippin)
Debut
8/4/1976 (Operated as Mid South Fair since 1920s)
Closure
10/29/2005
Removal
2010 (most rides have been moved/sold/destroyed)
Cause
Financial difficulties. Dwindling attendance and popularity.
Lincoln Beach - New Orleans, LA
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Junior Coaster)
Debut
1939
Closure
1965
Removal
SBNO/Abandoned
Cause
Pontchartrain Beach was desegregated in 1964, and business declined rapidly at Lincoln Beach, which, having been rendered obsolete, closed soon afterward.
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Junior Coaster)
Debut
1939
Closure
1965
Removal
SBNO/Abandoned
Cause
Pontchartrain Beach was desegregated in 1964, and business declined rapidly at Lincoln Beach, which, having been rendered obsolete, closed soon afterward.
Lincoln Park - North Dartmouth, MA
Type
Amusement Park
Area
45 acres
Coasters
2 (Comet, Comet Jr.)
Debut
1894
Closure
9/1987
Removal
Comet still SBNO
Cause
Closed due to high operational costs and $56,000 in back taxes. Leonard Hebert purchased the site from Shawmut Bank for $1 million. He announced plans to reopen the park at an estimated cost of $9 million, but the renovation and reopening never happened
Amusement Park
Area
45 acres
Coasters
2 (Comet, Comet Jr.)
Debut
1894
Closure
9/1987
Removal
Comet still SBNO
Cause
Closed due to high operational costs and $56,000 in back taxes. Leonard Hebert purchased the site from Shawmut Bank for $1 million. He announced plans to reopen the park at an estimated cost of $9 million, but the renovation and reopening never happened
Loudoun Castle - Galston, Scotland, UK
Type
Theme Park
Coasters
3 (Gold Rush, Twist and Shout, Wacky Worm)
Debut
1995
Closure
2010
Cause
Owner stated that the park was "no longer economically viable." No clear indications as to the future use of the site.
Theme Park
Coasters
3 (Gold Rush, Twist and Shout, Wacky Worm)
Debut
1995
Closure
2010
Cause
Owner stated that the park was "no longer economically viable." No clear indications as to the future use of the site.
Luna Park - Brooklyn, NY
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Mile Sky Chaser)
Debut
1903
Closure
8/12/1944
Cause
The park was destroyed by fire on August 12, 1944 and the land was later used for a low income housing project.
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Mile Sky Chaser)
Debut
1903
Closure
8/12/1944
Cause
The park was destroyed by fire on August 12, 1944 and the land was later used for a low income housing project.
Luna Park - Cleveland, OH
Type
Amusement Park
Area
35 acres
Coasters
2 (North Wind Coaster, Pippin)
Debut
1905
Closure
1929
Removal
early 1930s (most rides were dismantled and moved)
Cause
Great Depression
Amusement Park
Area
35 acres
Coasters
2 (North Wind Coaster, Pippin)
Debut
1905
Closure
1929
Removal
early 1930s (most rides were dismantled and moved)
Cause
Great Depression
LunEur - Rome, Italy
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
4 (Brucomela, Nessie, Tokaida, Trono Delle Miniere)
Debut
1953
Closure
4/20/2008
Cause
In April 2008, one year after the renovations, the park was forced once again to close its doors because of lawsuits brought against it by Slc-Cgil . On the morning of April 14, 2008 the entire area was closed off.
Amusement Park
Coasters
4 (Brucomela, Nessie, Tokaida, Trono Delle Miniere)
Debut
1953
Closure
4/20/2008
Cause
In April 2008, one year after the renovations, the park was forced once again to close its doors because of lawsuits brought against it by Slc-Cgil . On the morning of April 14, 2008 the entire area was closed off.
Magic Harbor - Surfside Beach, SC
Type
Theme/Amusement Park
Area
42 acres
Coasters
1 (Black Witch)
Debut
1963
Closure
1983
Cause
After an accident on the "Black Witch" roller coaster, Magic Harbor shut down and remained abandoned for many years. It is now a campground.
Theme/Amusement Park
Area
42 acres
Coasters
1 (Black Witch)
Debut
1963
Closure
1983
Cause
After an accident on the "Black Witch" roller coaster, Magic Harbor shut down and remained abandoned for many years. It is now a campground.
Magic Land - Bangkok, Thailand
Type
Theme Park
Coasters
1 (Corkscrew)
Debut
1975
Closure
5/28/2000
Cause
25 year land lease expired.
Theme Park
Coasters
1 (Corkscrew)
Debut
1975
Closure
5/28/2000
Cause
25 year land lease expired.
Magic Park - Aparecida, São Paulo, Brazil
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Looping)
Debut
12/12/1999
Closure
2005
Cause
When Magic Park closed, the Basílica Nossa Senhora de Aparecida church acquired many of the rides.
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Looping)
Debut
12/12/1999
Closure
2005
Cause
When Magic Park closed, the Basílica Nossa Senhora de Aparecida church acquired many of the rides.
Marshall Hall Park - Bryans Road, MD
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Coaster, Mad Mouse)
Debut
1890s
Closure
1977
Removal
1980
Cause
The National Park Service tore down all vestiges of the amusement park in 1980.[citation needed] All that is left standing is Marshall Hall, the shell of the colonial home of the original Marshall family.
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Coaster, Mad Mouse)
Debut
1890s
Closure
1977
Removal
1980
Cause
The National Park Service tore down all vestiges of the amusement park in 1980.[citation needed] All that is left standing is Marshall Hall, the shell of the colonial home of the original Marshall family.
Marvel's Amusement Park - Scarborough, England, UK
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Big Dipper, Go Go Gator)
Debut
1973?
Closure
1999
Cause
Marvel's Amusement Park was a 40 acre park that was replaced by the "Zenith Project". The Zenith Project was to include a hotel, shops and dry sky slope. Most of Marvel's rides were sold at the end of the 1999 season.
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Big Dipper, Go Go Gator)
Debut
1973?
Closure
1999
Cause
Marvel's Amusement Park was a 40 acre park that was replaced by the "Zenith Project". The Zenith Project was to include a hotel, shops and dry sky slope. Most of Marvel's rides were sold at the end of the 1999 season.
Meyer's Lake Park - Canton, OH
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Comet)
Debut
1920s
Closure
1974
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Comet)
Debut
1920s
Closure
1974
MGM Grand Adventures - Las Vegas, NV
Type
Theme Park
Area
33 acres (1993), 18.8 acres (2000)
Coasters
1 (Lightning Bolt)
Debut
1993
Closure
9/4/2000
Cause
Closed in favor of condominiums and an expanded pool.
Theme Park
Area
33 acres (1993), 18.8 acres (2000)
Coasters
1 (Lightning Bolt)
Debut
1993
Closure
9/4/2000
Cause
Closed in favor of condominiums and an expanded pool.
Miracle Strip Amusement Park - Panama City Beach, FL
Type
Amusement Park
Area
20 acres
Coasters
1 (Starliner)
Debut
1963
Closure
9/5/2004
Removal
2004 - 2009
Cause
General lack of interest in the preceding years from tourists, loss of money and increased expenses in keeping the rides running. Land sold for use in development of condos.
Amusement Park
Area
20 acres
Coasters
1 (Starliner)
Debut
1963
Closure
9/5/2004
Removal
2004 - 2009
Cause
General lack of interest in the preceding years from tourists, loss of money and increased expenses in keeping the rides running. Land sold for use in development of condos.
Myrtle Beach Grand Prix - Myrtle Beach, SC
Type
Themed "Go-Kart" Park
Coasters
2 (Crazy Mouse, Wacky Worm)
Debut
1976
Closure
2006
Cause
Closed with Myrtle Beach Pavilion
Themed "Go-Kart" Park
Coasters
2 (Crazy Mouse, Wacky Worm)
Debut
1976
Closure
2006
Cause
Closed with Myrtle Beach Pavilion
Myrtle Beach Pavillion - Myrtle Beach, SC
Type
Amusement Park
Area
11 acres
Coasters
3 (Hurricane, LittleEagle, Mad Mouse)
Debut
1948
Closure
9/30/2006
Removal
12/2006 - 1/2007
Cause
Financial instability
Amusement Park
Area
11 acres
Coasters
3 (Hurricane, LittleEagle, Mad Mouse)
Debut
1948
Closure
9/30/2006
Removal
12/2006 - 1/2007
Cause
Financial instability
Nara Dreamland - Nara, Nara, Japan
Type
Theme Park
Coasters
6 (Aska, Bobsleigh, Fantasy Coaster, Kid's Coaster, Screw Coaster, unknown)
Debut
1961
Closure
8/31/2006
Removal
SBNO
Cause
Poor Attendance (park was often found to be nearly empty when open)
Theme Park
Coasters
6 (Aska, Bobsleigh, Fantasy Coaster, Kid's Coaster, Screw Coaster, unknown)
Debut
1961
Closure
8/31/2006
Removal
SBNO
Cause
Poor Attendance (park was often found to be nearly empty when open)
Neo Geo World Tokyo Bayside - Tokoyo, Japan
Type
Indoor Theme Park
Coasters
1 (New York Getaway)
Debut
3/19/1999
Closure
3/31/2001
Cause
This was an indoor theme park devoted to the Neo Geo game system. There were some indoor rides and an outdoor Ferris wheel. The facility still exists, but only as an arcade. The Ferris wheel is the only remaining ride
Indoor Theme Park
Coasters
1 (New York Getaway)
Debut
3/19/1999
Closure
3/31/2001
Cause
This was an indoor theme park devoted to the Neo Geo game system. There were some indoor rides and an outdoor Ferris wheel. The facility still exists, but only as an arcade. The Ferris wheel is the only remaining ride
New MetroLand - Gateshead, England, UK
Type
Indoor Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (New Roller Coaster)
Debut
2/1988
Closure
4/20/2008
Cause
The park closed in early 2008 to be replaced by a new cinema as the old MetroCentre cinema was closed to make way for additional retail space.
Indoor Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (New Roller Coaster)
Debut
2/1988
Closure
4/20/2008
Cause
The park closed in early 2008 to be replaced by a new cinema as the old MetroCentre cinema was closed to make way for additional retail space.
Ocean Beach Amusement Park - Rhyl, Wales, UK
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
4 (Jet Strea, Log Ride, Nessi, Pepsi-Cola Loop)
Debut
1954
Closure
9/2/2007
Cause
Declining popularity. Little investment in new rides.
Amusement Park
Coasters
4 (Jet Strea, Log Ride, Nessi, Pepsi-Cola Loop)
Debut
1954
Closure
9/2/2007
Cause
Declining popularity. Little investment in new rides.
Ocean View Amusement Park - Norfolk, VA
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Rocket)
Debut
1906
Closure
1979
Cause
The last day the park was open to the public was during the filming of Rollercoaster. The wooden coaster was destroyed as part of the making of The Death of Ocean View Park in 1979.
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Rocket)
Debut
1906
Closure
1979
Cause
The last day the park was open to the public was during the filming of Rollercoaster. The wooden coaster was destroyed as part of the making of The Death of Ocean View Park in 1979.
Odakyu Gotemba Family Land (AKA Thrill Valley) - Gotemba, Shizuoka, Japan
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
5 (Dangai, Gambit, Kiddy Shuttle, Mad Classic, SL Coaster)
Debut
1982 or earlier
Closure
5/6/2002
Cause
Odakyu Gotemba Family Land was initially just an amusement park. At some time prior to 2002 many rides were removed, the name was changed to Thrill Valley and the Gotemba Premium Outlet mall was built.
Amusement Park
Coasters
5 (Dangai, Gambit, Kiddy Shuttle, Mad Classic, SL Coaster)
Debut
1982 or earlier
Closure
5/6/2002
Cause
Odakyu Gotemba Family Land was initially just an amusement park. At some time prior to 2002 many rides were removed, the name was changed to Thrill Valley and the Gotemba Premium Outlet mall was built.
Odakyu Mukogaoka Yuen - Kawasaki, Kanagawa, Japan
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
3 (Adventure Coaster, Kiddy Shuttle, Super Roller Coaster DIOS)
Debut
1980 or earlier
Closure
3/31/2002
Amusement Park
Coasters
3 (Adventure Coaster, Kiddy Shuttle, Super Roller Coaster DIOS)
Debut
1980 or earlier
Closure
3/31/2002
Old Chicago - Bolingbrook, IL
Type
Indoor Amusement Park
Area
500,000 square feet (building included a shopping complex)
Coasters
2 (Chicago Cat, Chicago Loop)
Debut
6/15/1975
Closure
3/1980
Cause
Shops began closing in 1977. Operating days cut back in 1978 (not open Mon or Tues), Fires in 1979. Park closed and rides sold in March 1980. Entire mall boarded up in 1981
Notes
Old Chicago was an amusement park and shopping complex located in a 500,000 square foot building
Indoor Amusement Park
Area
500,000 square feet (building included a shopping complex)
Coasters
2 (Chicago Cat, Chicago Loop)
Debut
6/15/1975
Closure
3/1980
Cause
Shops began closing in 1977. Operating days cut back in 1978 (not open Mon or Tues), Fires in 1979. Park closed and rides sold in March 1980. Entire mall boarded up in 1981
Notes
Old Chicago was an amusement park and shopping complex located in a 500,000 square foot building
Olentangy Park - Columbus, OH
Type
Amusement Park
Area
100 acres
Coasters
1 (Forest Toboggan)
Debut
1893
Closure
1938
Removal
1938 - spring 1939
Cause
L.L. LeVeque Company purchased the park in 1937--purchase made mostly to sell off the Park's rides and equipment. By spring 1939, most of the buildings, rides, coasters and gardens were leveled to make way for the Olentangy Village apartment complex.
Amusement Park
Area
100 acres
Coasters
1 (Forest Toboggan)
Debut
1893
Closure
1938
Removal
1938 - spring 1939
Cause
L.L. LeVeque Company purchased the park in 1937--purchase made mostly to sell off the Park's rides and equipment. By spring 1939, most of the buildings, rides, coasters and gardens were leveled to make way for the Olentangy Village apartment complex.
Olympia Park - McKeesport, PA
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
3 (Comet Jr., Figure 8, Leap Frog)
Debut
1901?
Closure
1942
Amusement Park
Coasters
3 (Comet Jr., Figure 8, Leap Frog)
Debut
1901?
Closure
1942
Opryland USA - Nashville, TN
Type
Theme Park
Area
200 acres
Coasters
6 (Chaos, Hangman, Mini Rock 'N' Roller Coaster, Rock n' Roller Coaster, Screamin' Delta Demon, Wabash Cannonball)
Debut
5/27/1972
Closure
12/31/1997
Removal
July 1999 (site cleared and paved into a parking lot for the mall)
Cause
Area converted into a shopping mall
Theme Park
Area
200 acres
Coasters
6 (Chaos, Hangman, Mini Rock 'N' Roller Coaster, Rock n' Roller Coaster, Screamin' Delta Demon, Wabash Cannonball)
Debut
5/27/1972
Closure
12/31/1997
Removal
July 1999 (site cleared and paved into a parking lot for the mall)
Cause
Area converted into a shopping mall
Oyama Yuenchi - Oyama, Tochigi, Japan
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
3 (Jungle Mouse, Shuttle Loop, W Face Coaster)
Debut
1998 or earlier
Closure
2/2005
Removal
2005 - 2007
Cause
In early 2007 a newly built shopping center had taken place of the park.
Amusement Park
Coasters
3 (Jungle Mouse, Shuttle Loop, W Face Coaster)
Debut
1998 or earlier
Closure
2/2005
Removal
2005 - 2007
Cause
In early 2007 a newly built shopping center had taken place of the park.
Pacific Ocean Park - Santa Monica, CA
Type
Theme Park
Area
28 acres
Coasters
2 (Monster Mouse, Sea Serpent)
Debut
7/28/1958
Closure
10/6/1967
Cause
Nearby buildings were demolished and streets leading to the park were closed, leading to a plummet in attendance. The park's creditors and the City of Santa Monica filed suit to take control of the property because of back taxes and back rent owed.
Theme Park
Area
28 acres
Coasters
2 (Monster Mouse, Sea Serpent)
Debut
7/28/1958
Closure
10/6/1967
Cause
Nearby buildings were demolished and streets leading to the park were closed, leading to a plummet in attendance. The park's creditors and the City of Santa Monica filed suit to take control of the property because of back taxes and back rent owed.
Palisades Amusement Park - Cliffside Park, NJ
Type
Trolley Park
Area
38 acres
Coasters
6 (Cyclone, Giant Coaster, Jet Star, Love Bugs, Wild Mouse, Wildcat)
Debut
1898
Closure
9/12/1971
Cause
Jack Rosenthal (park owner) died leaving the park to his heirless 70 y/o brother. The parks immense popularity caused traffic and litter problems and the government was pressured by locals to condemn it and re-zone it for high rise apartment housing.
Trolley Park
Area
38 acres
Coasters
6 (Cyclone, Giant Coaster, Jet Star, Love Bugs, Wild Mouse, Wildcat)
Debut
1898
Closure
9/12/1971
Cause
Jack Rosenthal (park owner) died leaving the park to his heirless 70 y/o brother. The parks immense popularity caused traffic and litter problems and the government was pressured by locals to condemn it and re-zone it for high rise apartment housing.
Paragon Park - Hull, MA
Type
Amusement Park
Area
20 acres
Coasters
2 (Galaxi, Giant Coaster)
Debut
1905
Closure
1984
Cause
The park was closed and most of the items were removed to make way for high-rise condominiums.
Amusement Park
Area
20 acres
Coasters
2 (Galaxi, Giant Coaster)
Debut
1905
Closure
1984
Cause
The park was closed and most of the items were removed to make way for high-rise condominiums.
Parc Belmont - Montreal, Canada
Type
Amusement Park
Area
12.4 acres
Coasters
3 (Cyclone, Toboggan, unknown)
Debut
6/9/1923
Closure
10/13/1983
Removal
Spring 1984
Cause
Competition with La Ronde. The land was sold to build condominiums.
Amusement Park
Area
12.4 acres
Coasters
3 (Cyclone, Toboggan, unknown)
Debut
6/9/1923
Closure
10/13/1983
Removal
Spring 1984
Cause
Competition with La Ronde. The land was sold to build condominiums.
Parc de Montjuic - Barcelona, Spain
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
4 (Boomerang, Ciclon, Mini Montana Rusa, Vikingo)
Debut
1966
Closure
9/27/1998
Amusement Park
Coasters
4 (Boomerang, Ciclon, Mini Montana Rusa, Vikingo)
Debut
1966
Closure
9/27/1998
Paxtang Park - Harrisburg, PA
Type
Trolley Park
Area
40 acres
Coasters
1 (Jack Rabbit)
Debut
1893
Closure
1929
Cause
Great Depression.
Trolley Park
Area
40 acres
Coasters
1 (Jack Rabbit)
Debut
1893
Closure
1929
Cause
Great Depression.
Peony Park - Omaha, NE
Type
Amusement Park
Area
35 acres
Coasters
2 (Galaxy Orbit, Roller Coaster)
Debut
1919
Closure
1993
Cause
Dwindling revenue and high operational costs. Today, Peony Park is a strip mall with restaurants, a bank, and a grocery store.
Amusement Park
Area
35 acres
Coasters
2 (Galaxy Orbit, Roller Coaster)
Debut
1919
Closure
1993
Cause
Dwindling revenue and high operational costs. Today, Peony Park is a strip mall with restaurants, a bank, and a grocery store.
Pharaoh's Lost Kingdom - Redlands, CA
Type
Theme Park
Coasters
2 (Run-A-Way Train, Screaming Mummy)
Debut
1996
Closure
2006
Cause
Pharaohs will reopen as a water park in summer 2010, the name has been changed to Pharaoh's Adventure Park, the old arcade will become a pizza buffet, the management team also is turning the amusement park section into a large wave pool.
Theme Park
Coasters
2 (Run-A-Way Train, Screaming Mummy)
Debut
1996
Closure
2006
Cause
Pharaohs will reopen as a water park in summer 2010, the name has been changed to Pharaoh's Adventure Park, the old arcade will become a pizza buffet, the management team also is turning the amusement park section into a large wave pool.
Playland at the Beach - San Francisco, CA
Type
Seaside Amusement Park
Area
10 acres
Coasters
2 (Alpine Racer, Kiddie Coaster)
Debut
1926
Closure
8/4/1972
Cause
Post-war years saw the loss of several major attractions (Shoot the Chutes, Big Dipper). Sold in 1971 to Jeremy Ets-Hokin (a millionaire developer) who replaced the park with condominiums.
Seaside Amusement Park
Area
10 acres
Coasters
2 (Alpine Racer, Kiddie Coaster)
Debut
1926
Closure
8/4/1972
Cause
Post-war years saw the loss of several major attractions (Shoot the Chutes, Big Dipper). Sold in 1971 to Jeremy Ets-Hokin (a millionaire developer) who replaced the park with condominiums.
Playland Park - San Antonio, TX
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Rocket)
Debut
1940
Closure
1980
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Rocket)
Debut
1940
Closure
1980
Pleasureland Southport (original park) - Southport, England, UK
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
5 (Big Apple, Cyclone, King Solomon's Mines, Traumatizer, Wild Cat)
Debut
1912
Closure
9/5/2006
Cause
Lack of returns from investments. was re-opened to the public on 21 July 2007 and renamed New Pleasureland, with only part of the original park remaining.
Amusement Park
Coasters
5 (Big Apple, Cyclone, King Solomon's Mines, Traumatizer, Wild Cat)
Debut
1912
Closure
9/5/2006
Cause
Lack of returns from investments. was re-opened to the public on 21 July 2007 and renamed New Pleasureland, with only part of the original park remaining.
Pontchartrain Beach - New Orleans, LA
Type
Amusement Park
Area
60 acres
Coasters
3 (Ragin' Cajun, Zephyr, Zephyr Jr.)
Debut
1939
Closure
9/23/1983
Cause
Closed due to decreasing attendance, rising insurance costs, pollution concerns in the lake, and the impending competition of the 1984 World's Fair.
Amusement Park
Area
60 acres
Coasters
3 (Ragin' Cajun, Zephyr, Zephyr Jr.)
Debut
1939
Closure
9/23/1983
Cause
Closed due to decreasing attendance, rising insurance costs, pollution concerns in the lake, and the impending competition of the 1984 World's Fair.
Puritas Springs - Cleveland, OH
Type
Amusement Park
Area
80 acres
Coasters
2 (Comet Jr., Cyclone)
Debut
1898
Closure
1958
Cause
A fire destroyed the ballroom in 1946. Park sold in 1958 to a land-development company. A fire in 1958 caused extensive damage, and the park was razed for a housing development and shopping center.
Notes
Home to what some say was John Miller's greatest coaster, the Cyclone
Amusement Park
Area
80 acres
Coasters
2 (Comet Jr., Cyclone)
Debut
1898
Closure
1958
Cause
A fire destroyed the ballroom in 1946. Park sold in 1958 to a land-development company. A fire in 1958 caused extensive damage, and the park was razed for a housing development and shopping center.
Notes
Home to what some say was John Miller's greatest coaster, the Cyclone
Queens Pike (AKA Silver Spray Pier) - Long Beach, CA
Type
Amusement Park
Area
20 acres
Coasters
2 (Royal Cyclone, Wild Maus)
Debut
1902
Closure
1979
Cause
Park's lease ended. The Pike had fallen into disrepair and most of the businesses had already left.
Amusement Park
Area
20 acres
Coasters
2 (Royal Cyclone, Wild Maus)
Debut
1902
Closure
1979
Cause
Park's lease ended. The Pike had fallen into disrepair and most of the businesses had already left.
Rainbow Gardens - McKeesport, PA
Type
Amusement Park
Area
37 acres
Coasters
2 (Bomber, uknown)
Debut
1924
Closure
1968
Cause
Rainbow Gardens was forced to close as it lie in the path of a planned expansion of PA 48. The park was leveled, but the new roadway was never built. In the late 1990s Oak Park Mall was built on the site.
Amusement Park
Area
37 acres
Coasters
2 (Bomber, uknown)
Debut
1924
Closure
1968
Cause
Rainbow Gardens was forced to close as it lie in the path of a planned expansion of PA 48. The park was leveled, but the new roadway was never built. In the late 1990s Oak Park Mall was built on the site.
Ramona Park - Grand Rapids, MI
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Derby Racer)
Debut
1897
Closure
1955
Cause
The park began to fall into disrepair and was having a hard time footing the utility bills. The community voted to replace the park with residential apartments and a new commercial shopping center.
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Derby Racer)
Debut
1897
Closure
1955
Cause
The park began to fall into disrepair and was having a hard time footing the utility bills. The community voted to replace the park with residential apartments and a new commercial shopping center.
Revere Beach - Revere, MA
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Cyclone)
Debut
1896
Closure
1969 (Cyclone)
Removal
Area now a revitalized resort location.
Cause
The beach began to deteriorate in the late 1960s, and by the early 1970s had become a strip of honky tonk bars and abandoned buildings.
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Cyclone)
Debut
1896
Closure
1969 (Cyclone)
Removal
Area now a revitalized resort location.
Cause
The beach began to deteriorate in the late 1960s, and by the early 1970s had become a strip of honky tonk bars and abandoned buildings.
Riverland Amusement Park - Sterling Heights, MI
Type
Amusement/Picnic Park
Area
10 acres
Coasters
1 (Roller Coaster)
Debut
1935
Closure
2003
Cause
Decline in company picnics (Riverland was a private park catering to company outings). Low public attendance. High property value. Replaced by assisted living apartment complex.
Amusement/Picnic Park
Area
10 acres
Coasters
1 (Roller Coaster)
Debut
1935
Closure
2003
Cause
Decline in company picnics (Riverland was a private park catering to company outings). Low public attendance. High property value. Replaced by assisted living apartment complex.
Riverside Amusement Park - Indianapolis, IN
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
3 (Dips, Thriller, Wild Mouse)
Debut
1903
Closure
1970
Removal
1970 - 1978
Cause
Increased cost of insurance, maintenance, and new rides, coupled with increased competition from the emerging theme parks, were cited by Coleman as the park closed for the last time at the end of the 1970 season.
Amusement Park
Coasters
3 (Dips, Thriller, Wild Mouse)
Debut
1903
Closure
1970
Removal
1970 - 1978
Cause
Increased cost of insurance, maintenance, and new rides, coupled with increased competition from the emerging theme parks, were cited by Coleman as the park closed for the last time at the end of the 1970 season.
Riverview Park - Chicago, IL
Type
Amusement Park
Area
74 acres
Coasters
7 (Big Dipper, Bobs, Flying Turns, Jetstream, Pippin, Skyrocket, Wild Mouse)
Debut
1904
Closure
1967
Cause
The land the park sat on was worth more than the park's revenue, so the land was sold.
Amusement Park
Area
74 acres
Coasters
7 (Big Dipper, Bobs, Flying Turns, Jetstream, Pippin, Skyrocket, Wild Mouse)
Debut
1904
Closure
1967
Cause
The land the park sat on was worth more than the park's revenue, so the land was sold.
Riverview Park - Des Moines, IA
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Roller Coaster, Wild Mouse)
Debut
1915
Closure
1978
Cause
Due to increased post-war competition, the park was put up for sale. Adventurland purchased the park in 1979 with the intent of operating the facility for company picnics and group functions, after the sale they changed their minds and closed the park.
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Roller Coaster, Wild Mouse)
Debut
1915
Closure
1978
Cause
Due to increased post-war competition, the park was put up for sale. Adventurland purchased the park in 1979 with the intent of operating the facility for company picnics and group functions, after the sale they changed their minds and closed the park.
Rock Springs Park - Chester, WV
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Cyclone)
Debut
late 1800s
Closure
1970
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Cyclone)
Debut
late 1800s
Closure
1970
Rockaway Beach - Far Rockaway, NY
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Wolz's Thriller)
Debut
1916
Closure
1937
Cause
This appears to have been a beach concession a few blocks down the beach from Rockaway's Playland. It was torn down in order to build the "Robert Moses' Shore Front Parkway" in 1937.
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Wolz's Thriller)
Debut
1916
Closure
1937
Cause
This appears to have been a beach concession a few blocks down the beach from Rockaway's Playland. It was torn down in order to build the "Robert Moses' Shore Front Parkway" in 1937.
Rockaways' Playland - Far Rockaway, NY
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Atom Smasher)
Debut
1901
Closure
7/1985
Removal
1987
Cause
The park closed for business in July of 1985 after a botched robbery attempt at a concessions stand left an innocent woman dead. The Park was torn down in 1987 and houses now occupy the site
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Atom Smasher)
Debut
1901
Closure
7/1985
Removal
1987
Cause
The park closed for business in July of 1985 after a botched robbery attempt at a concessions stand left an innocent woman dead. The Park was torn down in 1987 and houses now occupy the site
Rocky Glen - Moosic, PA
Type
Theme/Amusement Park
Area
225 acres
Coasters
1 (Comet)
Debut
1885
Closure
6/1/1987
Removal
Abandoned
Cause
The post-World War II increase in use of the automobile contributed to the gradual decline in the use of the railroad, and the few remaining trolley parks were slowly fading into the sunset. Sterling's/Rocky Glen was no exception.
Theme/Amusement Park
Area
225 acres
Coasters
1 (Comet)
Debut
1885
Closure
6/1/1987
Removal
Abandoned
Cause
The post-World War II increase in use of the automobile contributed to the gradual decline in the use of the railroad, and the few remaining trolley parks were slowly fading into the sunset. Sterling's/Rocky Glen was no exception.
Rocky Springs Park - Lancaster, PA
Type
Trolley/Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Wildcat)
Debut
1890s
Closure
1981
Removal
Still partially SBNO
Cause
Low attendance.
Trolley/Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Wildcat)
Debut
1890s
Closure
1981
Removal
Still partially SBNO
Cause
Low attendance.
Rose Island Amusement Park - Charlestown, IN
Type
Amusement Park
Area
118 acres
Coasters
unknown (the park had a coaster called Devil's Backbone at one point, but operating dates are unavailable)
Debut
1923
Closure
1936
Cause
The park was destroyed by the Ohio River flood of 1937 which took place in January and February when the park would have been closed for the season.
Amusement Park
Area
118 acres
Coasters
unknown (the park had a coaster called Devil's Backbone at one point, but operating dates are unavailable)
Debut
1923
Closure
1936
Cause
The park was destroyed by the Ohio River flood of 1937 which took place in January and February when the park would have been closed for the season.
Roseland Park - Canandaiqua, NY
Type
Amusement Park
Area
55 acres
Coasters
2 (Skyliner, Wild Mouse)
Debut
1925
Closure
9/2/1985
Cause
Rising expenses (especially liability insurance). Valuable lakefront property.
Amusement Park
Area
55 acres
Coasters
2 (Skyliner, Wild Mouse)
Debut
1925
Closure
9/2/1985
Cause
Rising expenses (especially liability insurance). Valuable lakefront property.
Saltair - Magna, UT
Type
Amusement Park
Debut
5/30/1893
Closure
1958
Cause
A fire destroyed the closed park (not the first major fire the park experienced).
Amusement Park
Debut
5/30/1893
Closure
1958
Cause
A fire destroyed the closed park (not the first major fire the park experienced).
Saltair II - Magna, UT
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Space Coaster)
Debut
7/1982
Closure
1984
Removal
SBNO/Flooded for several years.
Cause
After opening the lake reached a record high and flooded the park and it stood underwater for several years. It reopened again in 1993, but as a concert hall and for private functions without amusement rides.
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Space Coaster)
Debut
7/1982
Closure
1984
Removal
SBNO/Flooded for several years.
Cause
After opening the lake reached a record high and flooded the park and it stood underwater for several years. It reopened again in 1993, but as a concert hall and for private functions without amusement rides.
Santa's Village - Dundee, IL
Type
Theme Park
Area
38 acres
Coasters
2 (Dragon Coaster, Typhoon)
Debut
1959
Closure
2005
Cause
A Kane County judge evicted North Pole Corp., ruling in favor of land owner Sterling Bay, a Chicago development company. North Pole Corp. owner Hugh Wilson agreed to sell off the assets to pay Santa's Village's debts, estimated at more than $170,000.
Theme Park
Area
38 acres
Coasters
2 (Dragon Coaster, Typhoon)
Debut
1959
Closure
2005
Cause
A Kane County judge evicted North Pole Corp., ruling in favor of land owner Sterling Bay, a Chicago development company. North Pole Corp. owner Hugh Wilson agreed to sell off the assets to pay Santa's Village's debts, estimated at more than $170,000.
Savin Rock (AKA Wilcox Pier) - West Haven, CT
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Virginia Reel)
Debut
1900
Closure
1967
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Virginia Reel)
Debut
1900
Closure
1967
Seabreeze Fun Park - Sunderland, England, UK
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Wacky Worm, unknonwn--never operated)
Debut
1985
Closure
2007
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Wacky Worm, unknonwn--never operated)
Debut
1985
Closure
2007
Silver Beach Amusement Park - Saint Joseph, MI
Type
Amusement Park
Area
22 acres
Coasters
1 (Comet)
Debut
1891
Closure
1971
Removal
1975
Cause
Closed on August 10, 1970 due to the escalating problems including a violent incident on July 4, 1969. The park attempted to recover but did not reopen after the 1971 season.
Amusement Park
Area
22 acres
Coasters
1 (Comet)
Debut
1891
Closure
1971
Removal
1975
Cause
Closed on August 10, 1970 due to the escalating problems including a violent incident on July 4, 1969. The park attempted to recover but did not reopen after the 1971 season.
Six Flags Astroworld - Houston, TX
Type
Amusement Park
Area
75 acres
Coasters
9 (Batman: The Escape, Greezed Lightnin', Mayan Mindbender, Serial Thriller, Serpent, Texas Cyclone, Ultra Twister, Viper, XLR-8)
Debut
6/1/1968
Closure
10/30/2005
Removal
It was demolished between October 30, 2005 and the first half of 2006.
Cause
Some reasons sited were rising real estate prices and parking disputes.
Amusement Park
Area
75 acres
Coasters
9 (Batman: The Escape, Greezed Lightnin', Mayan Mindbender, Serial Thriller, Serpent, Texas Cyclone, Ultra Twister, Viper, XLR-8)
Debut
6/1/1968
Closure
10/30/2005
Removal
It was demolished between October 30, 2005 and the first half of 2006.
Cause
Some reasons sited were rising real estate prices and parking disputes.
Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom - Louisville, Kentucky
Type
Amusement Park
Area
60 acres
Coasters
7 (Chang, Greezed Lightnin', Road Runner Express, Roller Skater, T2, Thunder Run, Twisted Twins)
Debut
5/23/1987
Closure
2009
Removal
Not being removed yet due to a legal gridlock with the Kentucky State Fair Boards
Cause
Problems with the Kentucky State Fair Boards and financial reasons.
Notes
Most people suspected the worst with the removal of Chang, arguably the park's best coaster
Amusement Park
Area
60 acres
Coasters
7 (Chang, Greezed Lightnin', Road Runner Express, Roller Skater, T2, Thunder Run, Twisted Twins)
Debut
5/23/1987
Closure
2009
Removal
Not being removed yet due to a legal gridlock with the Kentucky State Fair Boards
Cause
Problems with the Kentucky State Fair Boards and financial reasons.
Notes
Most people suspected the worst with the removal of Chang, arguably the park's best coaster
Six Flags New Orleans - New Orleans, Louisiana
Type
Theme Park
Area
54 acres
Coasters
6 (Batman: The Ride, Jester, Mega Zeph, Muskrat Scrambler, Road Runner's Express, Zydeco Scream)
Debut
2000
Closure
8/2005
Removal
SBNO since 2005
Cause
Excessive damage and flooding from Hurricane Katrina (as well as Six Flags already immense debt)
Notes
May re-open soon with new and old rides and a chance of waterpark. Being bought by another company.
Theme Park
Area
54 acres
Coasters
6 (Batman: The Ride, Jester, Mega Zeph, Muskrat Scrambler, Road Runner's Express, Zydeco Scream)
Debut
2000
Closure
8/2005
Removal
SBNO since 2005
Cause
Excessive damage and flooding from Hurricane Katrina (as well as Six Flags already immense debt)
Notes
May re-open soon with new and old rides and a chance of waterpark. Being bought by another company.
Sofia Land - Sofia, Grad Sofiya, Bulgaria
Type
Theme Park
Area
8.6 acres
Coasters
2 (Wacky Worm, Wild Mine Company)
Debut
2002
Closure
2006
Cause
In September 2006, plans to change the owner and close the park were announced. The park was officially closed down in October 16 of the same year.
Theme Park
Area
8.6 acres
Coasters
2 (Wacky Worm, Wild Mine Company)
Debut
2002
Closure
2006
Cause
In September 2006, plans to change the owner and close the park were announced. The park was officially closed down in October 16 of the same year.
Spanish City Amusement Park - Whitley Bay, England, UK
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Bo-Bo, Cyclone)
Debut
1899
Closure
2000
Cause
Closed and replaced with a school.
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Bo-Bo, Cyclone)
Debut
1899
Closure
2000
Cause
Closed and replaced with a school.
Splash Down Dunes (AKA Enchanted Forest) - Chesterton, IN
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
3 (Mad Mouse, Roller Coaster, Toboggan)
Debut
1957
Closure
9/7/2009
Cause
Splash Down Dunes operates on the former location of Enchanted Forest. Enchanted Forest closed on Labor Day 1991. Splash Down Dunes itself closed down in 2009 after an ownership dispute.
Amusement Park
Coasters
3 (Mad Mouse, Roller Coaster, Toboggan)
Debut
1957
Closure
9/7/2009
Cause
Splash Down Dunes operates on the former location of Enchanted Forest. Enchanted Forest closed on Labor Day 1991. Splash Down Dunes itself closed down in 2009 after an ownership dispute.
Springlake Amusement Park - Oklahoma City, OK
Type
Amusement Park
Area
95 acres
Coasters
2 (Big Dipper, Little Dipper)
Debut
1924
Closure
1981
Cause
A race riot in 1971, change in ownership, poor maintenance, and a devastating fire led to the park's demise. Property purchased in 1981 by the Oklahoma City Vo-Tech Board and Metro Technology Center was constructed on the site.
Amusement Park
Area
95 acres
Coasters
2 (Big Dipper, Little Dipper)
Debut
1924
Closure
1981
Cause
A race riot in 1971, change in ownership, poor maintenance, and a devastating fire led to the park's demise. Property purchased in 1981 by the Oklahoma City Vo-Tech Board and Metro Technology Center was constructed on the site.
Starlight Express - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Type
Indoor FEC
Coasters
1 (Horror Express)
Debut
1987
Closure
10/2006
Indoor FEC
Coasters
1 (Horror Express)
Debut
1987
Closure
10/2006
Steeplechase Park - Brooklyn, NY
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Jumbo Jet)
Debut
1897
Closure
1964
Cause
After a downward spiral of accidents, clashes between rival groups within the Tilyou family, and rising crime in the neighborhood of the park, it closed permanently at the end of the 1964 season.
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Jumbo Jet)
Debut
1897
Closure
1964
Cause
After a downward spiral of accidents, clashes between rival groups within the Tilyou family, and rising crime in the neighborhood of the park, it closed permanently at the end of the 1964 season.
Sunset Park - Regina, SK, Canada
Type
Amusement Park
Area
2 sq miles
Coasters
1
Debut
1950's
Closure
1978
Removal
1979
Cause
Urban Development. Park featured old style carousel, roller coaster, boats, mini train, arcade and drive in, originally built on city outskirts, engulfed by residential development
Amusement Park
Area
2 sq miles
Coasters
1
Debut
1950's
Closure
1978
Removal
1979
Cause
Urban Development. Park featured old style carousel, roller coaster, boats, mini train, arcade and drive in, originally built on city outskirts, engulfed by residential development
Sunshine Park - San Antonio, TX
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Coaster)
Closure
mid 1990s
Cause
Closed in the mid 1990s due to an accident involving the roller coaster.
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Coaster)
Closure
mid 1990s
Cause
Closed in the mid 1990s due to an accident involving the roller coaster.
Tahoe Amusement Park - South Lake Tahoe, CA
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Rolling Thunder)
Debut
1958
Closure
2008
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Rolling Thunder)
Debut
1958
Closure
2008
Tianjin Amusement Park - Hexi, Tianjin, China
Type
Amusement Park
Area
136 acres
Coasters
4 (Dragon Coaster, Jungle Mouse, Roller Coaster, Spinning Coaster)
Debut
1996
Closure
2009
Amusement Park
Area
136 acres
Coasters
4 (Dragon Coaster, Jungle Mouse, Roller Coaster, Spinning Coaster)
Debut
1996
Closure
2009
Walled Lake Park - Walled Lake, MI
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Flying Dragon)
Debut
1919
Closure
1968
Cause
Park fell into direpair. Many rides relocated to Edgewater Park.
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Flying Dragon)
Debut
1919
Closure
1968
Cause
Park fell into direpair. Many rides relocated to Edgewater Park.
Waukesha Beach - Pewaukee, WI
Type
Amusement Park
Area
60 acres
Coasters
1 (Bob's)
Debut
1893
Closure
1949
Cause
Declining popularity from WWII. Sold for $100,000 and property subdivided.
Amusement Park
Area
60 acres
Coasters
1 (Bob's)
Debut
1893
Closure
1949
Cause
Declining popularity from WWII. Sold for $100,000 and property subdivided.
Wedgewood Village - Oklahoma City, OK
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Roller Coaster, Tornado)
Debut
1958
Closure
1969
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Roller Coaster, Tornado)
Debut
1958
Closure
1969
West Point Park - West Point, PA
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Jumper)
Debut
1868
Closure
1987
Cause
In 1987 the park was sold to a local retail developer. Homes have been built on all but the former boat pond and island.
Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Jumper)
Debut
1868
Closure
1987
Cause
In 1987 the park was sold to a local retail developer. Homes have been built on all but the former boat pond and island.
West View Park - West View, PA
Type
Amusement Park
Area
55 acres
Coasters
3 (Dips, Kiddie Dips, Racing Whippet)
Debut
1906
Closure
9/5/1977
Removal
1977 - 1981
Cause
Competition from Kennywood (first million-dollar ride in 1975, the Log Jammer, something WVP could not afford) and declining popularity. The former site of this amusement park is now occupied by West View Park Plaza
Amusement Park
Area
55 acres
Coasters
3 (Dips, Kiddie Dips, Racing Whippet)
Debut
1906
Closure
9/5/1977
Removal
1977 - 1981
Cause
Competition from Kennywood (first million-dollar ride in 1975, the Log Jammer, something WVP could not afford) and declining popularity. The former site of this amusement park is now occupied by West View Park Plaza
Whalom Park - Lunnenburg, MA
Type
Amusement/Trolley Park
Area
33 acres
Coasters
1 (Flyer Comet)
Debut
1893
Closure
2000
Removal
2006 - 2007
Cause
Foreclosure
Amusement/Trolley Park
Area
33 acres
Coasters
1 (Flyer Comet)
Debut
1893
Closure
2000
Removal
2006 - 2007
Cause
Foreclosure
White City - Glenside, PA
Type
Trolley Park
Area
16 acres
Coasters
2 (Forest Coaster, Mountain Scenic Railway)
Debut
6/11/1898
Closure
9/10/1911
Cause
The park was not welcomed by several local residents. Together many pooled their money to purchase the park for $500,000, only to close it and sell everything off.
Trolley Park
Area
16 acres
Coasters
2 (Forest Coaster, Mountain Scenic Railway)
Debut
6/11/1898
Closure
9/10/1911
Cause
The park was not welcomed by several local residents. Together many pooled their money to purchase the park for $500,000, only to close it and sell everything off.
White City - Chicago, IL
Type
Amusement Park
Area
14 acres
Coasters
0 (3 remainin coasters--Flash, Giant Roller Coaster, Racing Coaster--destroyed by 1933 fire)
Debut
5/26/1905
Closure
1950s
Cause
In 1933 a series of fires destroyed most of the park. Portions remained open until 1950 when the Parkway Gardens Housing project was built on the site.
Amusement Park
Area
14 acres
Coasters
0 (3 remainin coasters--Flash, Giant Roller Coaster, Racing Coaster--destroyed by 1933 fire)
Debut
5/26/1905
Closure
1950s
Cause
In 1933 a series of fires destroyed most of the park. Portions remained open until 1950 when the Parkway Gardens Housing project was built on the site.
White City - Shrewsbury, MA
Type
Trolley Park
Area
18 acres
Coasters
1 (Zip)
Debut
6/18/1905
Closure
9/5/1960
Cause
After the park closed, the White City Plaza shopping center was built on part of the 18-acre (73,000 m^2) site.
Trolley Park
Area
18 acres
Coasters
1 (Zip)
Debut
6/18/1905
Closure
9/5/1960
Cause
After the park closed, the White City Plaza shopping center was built on part of the 18-acre (73,000 m^2) site.
Wild Zone Adventures - Chatam, Ontario, Canada
Type
Indoor Amusement Complex
Area
7 acres
Coasters
1 (Endicott Emerald Mine)
Debut
1973
Closure
6/30/2009
Indoor Amusement Complex
Area
7 acres
Coasters
1 (Endicott Emerald Mine)
Debut
1973
Closure
6/30/2009
Williams Grove Amusement Park - Mechanicsburg, PA
Type
Amusement/Picnic Park
Area
200 acres
Coasters
3 (Cyclone, Kiddie Coaster, Wildcat)
Debut
1850
Closure
2005
Removal
SBNO
Cause
Owner Morgan Hughes, in his 80s, attempted to sell the park to an owner who would continue operating the park but could not find a buyer.
Amusement/Picnic Park
Area
200 acres
Coasters
3 (Cyclone, Kiddie Coaster, Wildcat)
Debut
1850
Closure
2005
Removal
SBNO
Cause
Owner Morgan Hughes, in his 80s, attempted to sell the park to an owner who would continue operating the park but could not find a buyer.
Willow Grove Park - Willow Grove, PA
Type
Amusement Park
Area
13.5 acres
Coasters
3 (Alps, Scenic, Thunderbolt)
Debut
1896
Closure
1975
Removal
1981
Cause
The park remained abandoned until it was demolished in 1981 to make way for the Willow Grove Park Mall.
Amusement Park
Area
13.5 acres
Coasters
3 (Alps, Scenic, Thunderbolt)
Debut
1896
Closure
1975
Removal
1981
Cause
The park remained abandoned until it was demolished in 1981 to make way for the Willow Grove Park Mall.
Wonderland Sydney - Eastern Creek, New South Wales, Australia
Type
Theme Park
Area
541 acres
Coasters
3 (Beastie, Bush Beast, Demon)
Debut
1985
Closure
4/28/2004
Removal
September 2005
Cause
Dwindling popularity. Increase in public liability insurance costs. Competition with Gold Coast theme parks.
Theme Park
Area
541 acres
Coasters
3 (Beastie, Bush Beast, Demon)
Debut
1985
Closure
4/28/2004
Removal
September 2005
Cause
Dwindling popularity. Increase in public liability insurance costs. Competition with Gold Coast theme parks.
Wonderpark - Cincinnati, OH
Type
Indoor (Mall) Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Boa Squeeze)
Debut
12/15/2001
Closure
3/2008
Cause
Wonderpark closed in March 2008 after word broke out the manager was paying employees and others to make sex videos.
Indoor (Mall) Amusement Park
Coasters
1 (Boa Squeeze)
Debut
12/15/2001
Closure
3/2008
Cause
Wonderpark closed in March 2008 after word broke out the manager was paying employees and others to make sex videos.
Woodside Park - Philadelphia, PA
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Baby Wild Cat, Wild Cat)
Debut
6/12/1897
Closure
1955
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Baby Wild Cat, Wild Cat)
Debut
6/12/1897
Closure
1955
Yatsu Yuenchi - Narashino, Chiba, Japan
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Corkscrew, Jet Coaster)
Debut
1927
Closure
1982
Cause
The park appears to have been related to the current day Yatsu Rose Garden. Today the rose garden still exists and the amusement park has been replaced by housing in the form or apartments or condominiums.
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Corkscrew, Jet Coaster)
Debut
1927
Closure
1982
Cause
The park appears to have been related to the current day Yatsu Rose Garden. Today the rose garden still exists and the amusement park has been replaced by housing in the form or apartments or condominiums.
Yokohama Dreamland - Totsuka, Yokohama, Japan
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
3 (Bobsled, Kids Coaster, Shuttle Loop)
Debut
1964
Closure
2/17/2002
Cause
Financial difficulties. The park was turned into a prison in 2006.
Amusement Park
Coasters
3 (Bobsled, Kids Coaster, Shuttle Loop)
Debut
1964
Closure
2/17/2002
Cause
Financial difficulties. The park was turned into a prison in 2006.
Zygo Park - Nice, France
Type
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Boomerang, Tarzungle)
Debut
7/1987
Closure
1991
Cause
Zygofolis went bankrupt and did not operate for the 1990 season. It was then either purchased by or from Belise Loisirs and reopened for the 1991 season, which turned out to be its last.
Amusement Park
Coasters
2 (Boomerang, Tarzungle)
Debut
7/1987
Closure
1991
Cause
Zygofolis went bankrupt and did not operate for the 1990 season. It was then either purchased by or from Belise Loisirs and reopened for the 1991 season, which turned out to be its last.
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