Elitch Gardens 2009
Theme Park and WaterParkDenver,Colorado
2009 Thrill Rides
Sidewinder
A steel coaster that really throws you for a loop.
Must be at least 48".
Thunder Bolt
This ride will send you back and forth and around.
Must be at least 42” to ride accompanied by an adult and 48" to ride alone.
Twister II
This world-class wooden coaster is a 10-story superstructure featuring a 90-foot drop and a pitch-black tunnel.
Must be at least 48".
Shake, Rattle and Roll
This giant swing turns ‘round and ‘round and upside-down.
Must be at least 55" and under 77" tall to ride. This ride has weight and size restrictions.
Rainbow
Swing side to side, up and down and all around.
Must be at least 48". No single riders.
Halfpipe
Forget snow. Forget the mountains. Colorado’s most thrilling snowboard ride is at Elitch Gardens. Thrash, shred and carve your way to the rim of the Halfpipe. The Halfpipe is no hype!
Must be over 52" and under 77" tall to ride. This ride has weight and size restrictions.
Tower of Doom
Plunge over 200 feet on this free-fall ride, the ultimate Rocky Mountain high!
Must be at least 48". This ride has weight and size restrictions.
Boomerang
This steel coaster takes riders forwards and backwards through vertical loops, twists and turns at speeds of more than 50 mph.
Must be at least 48".
Mind Eraser
This monster coaster suspends riders (legs and feet dangling) and blasts through rollovers, dives and double corkscrew spins at speeds greater than 60 mph.
Must be over 52" and under 80" tall to ride. This ride has weight and size restrictions.
Turn of the Century
Swing in to a piece of history.
This ride has weight and size restrictions. Must be at least 48”.
Chaos
Experience a random three-dimensional rocking, rolling and rotating motion. No two rides are the same!
Must be at least 48”.
Hollywood & Vine
Hold onto your car as you spin faster and faster.
Must be at least 48” to ride accompanied by an adult and 54” to ride alone.
2009 Kids' Rides
Hollywood Airport
Spinning airplanes.
Matinee Marina
Boats that travel in a circular course.
Movie House Mouse Hunt Bumpers
Children's bumper cars.
Must be 36”-54”.
Back Lot Trucking
Miniature trucks carry children on a trek through Startoon Studios.
Under 36” must be accompanied by an adult.
Reel Spin
Children's version of the Tea Cups.
Must be 36”-54”.
Soft Play Area
Tubes, slides, nets, and ball pits for children.
Take Two Tower
Miniature version of Tower of Doom.
Must be 36”-54”.
Studio Tours
Bus rises and drops round and round.
Under 36” must be accompanied by an adult.
Tombstone Tumbler
Mini-rollercoaster with small hills and turns.
Must be 36”-54”.
Around the World in 80 Seconds
Spinning hot air balloons.
Under 36” must be accompanied by an adult.
Tinsel Town Train
Children's train through Startoon Studios.
Under 36” must be accompanied by an adult.
Stars Swinger
Children's swings.
Foam Factory
Children’s play area.
StarToon Studios Games
Pint-sized games specially designed for kids.
Prop Shop Toys
Souvenirs just for the little ones.
No child harnesses on any ride – there are no exceptions.
2009 Water Rides
Disaster Canyon
Experience the thrill and adventure of white water rafting as you whirl through churning, surging rapids. But beware, you’re sure to get wet (even soaked) on this ride. Available Memorial Day through Labor Day. Must be at least 36" to ride accompanied by an adult and 42" to ride alone.
Shipwreck Falls
This exciting water-bound excursion sends riders plunging over a 50-foot waterfall into a tidal wave splash. Available Memorial Day through Labor Day. Must be at least 36" to ride accompanied by an adult and 42" to ride alone.
2009 Family Rides
Carousel
This fully restored 75-year-old treasure rests between the Entry Pavilion and Island Kingdom Water Park and features 67 hand-carved horses and chariots.
Big Wheel
A giant Ferris wheel over 100 feet tall. Tradition at its best.
Under 42" must be accompanied by an adult.
No single riders.
Tea Cups
This mild spinning ride is great fun for everyone, especially younger children.
Under 42" must be accompanied by an adult. No infants.
Spider
Get caught in a web of terrifying, twisting tentacles.
No infants. Under 42” must be accompanied by an adult.
Troika
Fly through the air and glide up, down and around.
Must be at least 42" to ride accompanied by an adult and 50" to ride alone. No infants.
Tilt-A-Whirl
The name says it all!
Under 46" must be accompanied by an adult. No infants.
Sea Dragon
You will swing to and fro on this giant ship.
Must be at least 42".
Ghost Blasters!
The whole family can compete as you make your way through this “frightfully fun” interactive haunted house. Whoever boo-blasts the most ghosts wins!
Under 42" must be accompanied by an adult. No infants.
Dragonwing
Feel the sensation of flying.
Must be at least 42” to ride accompanied by an adult and 48" to ride alone.
