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DP also has the restrictions the community puts on its park (noise and height). I wonder with DP building the new catering area, if they will eventually remove all or some of the old catering area? That could allow them to expand and put rides into that front area of the park. Have they done anything with the land they purchased back in 2011? Being so isolated, I don't see that being other than additional parking if they need to take parking lot area from the front to expand. I don't see them taking parking lot to expand the park side, but I could definitely see where they could take some parking and expand WWK.

So like teacups? Sounds about right. With spin limiters.

The one thing I noticed was there was no announcement of the removal of the Dino's So it looks like we are stuck with them for at least another year or two. I heard conflicting info about the contract end date. I know I was told 2 years ago that this would be the final year, but someone else also mentioned that 2018 was the final year. So looks like another 2 years of those dino's taking up valuable land. The flat rides are nice and expected. Flat rides won't bring more people to the park, but certainly give those there something else to do and experience. Looking forward, next year will probably be a WWK investment and hopefully 2018, with the removal of Dino's, will be larger dry side ride investment for that area.

No need to get so defensive. I simply said the part doesn't attract high volumes of thrill seekers. As a frequent visitor and season pass holder Dorney does get busy, but not because patrons are coming to ride their roller coasters. A majority of patrons seem to go to the water park and then gravitate to the less intense flat rides - or Thunder Canyon and White Water Landing. Even on a busy overfill lot getting full day, coaster wait time is no longer than 10-15 min... for the front row. It's not that I can't stand the crowds at WWK, it is just that WWK doesn't have the capacity to handle the crowds. Has nothing to do with the park-goers themselves. The only benefit of Fast-Pass would be in the water park. Throwing up a haunt house or flat ride doesn't nearly equate to the millions needed to invest in a new roller coaster. I think the fact the last two coasters at Dorney were hand-me-downs shows they don't seem to want to make a capital investment of that size currently as their last new custom built coaster is now 11 years young

I was at ValleyFair last week and it seems very similar to Dorney in some ways and different in others (as you would expect). Riding Renegade at VF was a blast and is definitely their best and most popular coaster. They definitely don't have the B&Ms Dorney has, but it was neat to see what a nice GCI can do for a park. It was the one roller coaster that actually had lines and people wanting to go back on it again and again. Interestingly, park patrons seemed to tend more to the amusement park side of the park vs the water park side at VF. I read back since my last post and I do hope they do something with Dinosaurs Alive. I remember last year when we were there, I asked one of the workers and they said it was a 4 year contract as well (ending this year) - so unless they renewed it (which I think they would only do to avoid having to actually do something to the land), I too am hoping for something that offers a little excitement. I unfortunately don't see a new exciting coaster coming anytime too soon, Dorney just doesn't build up the thrill seekers for the investment. I personally do not enjoy the water park there, way too crowded and unless you have fast pass, you are typically waiting in lines for slides much longer than I can tolerate for a 10 second ride.

I agree that Goliath is ridiculously forceless but trust me... Steel Force has it beat. At least Goliath has a decent helix which is one more interesting element than Steel Force will ever have. Serious question: Is there any coaster at Dorney worth being excited about? I've always wanted to go, but it sounds pretty underwhelming from what I'm reading in this thread! A nice RMC coaster would really bring people to the park... and they are long overdue for a new coaster... Wishful thinking - I know...

I always manage to get the rattley one too. Its a head jostler. I was finally able to ride Stinger on yesterday (Labor Day). They were a little slow getting it up and running but they finally gave it the all clear. Guess they are extra careful with it now. It was good other than all I could think of was the person facing me losing their breakfast.

This ride looks like it will be a nice addition. It wasn't the new roller coaster we were all hoping for, but it will provide a little extra entertainment. If they can get Stinger working, that corner of the park might have a little bit more activity than just Possessed.

Good to see there will be something new to ride next year!

Not that I have heard/seen. Looks like nothing will be new for next season so far.

Batman and Robin: The Chiller at SFGA on the Robin side!

Dorney has a pretty nice deal going for their haunt. It was yesterday, but they extended it for today (until midnight to purchase) as well: PICK YOUR VISIT DATE, GET FRIGHT FEAST FREE! Includes All-you-can-eat meal served from 6:00-7:30 pm. Plus, guests enjoy a one time Front of the Line Pass to use at the haunted attraction of their choice that night. You get it all for $35.99. If you are already a Season Pass holder you can just order the Feast for $13.99 and it includes a Front Line Pass as well. I don't know if that is much of a deal, but it worked out great because we are going in a group with some being SP holders and others not.

Really? We were there on Sunday (9/21) from 12 until 4ish and the log flume was not running and was completely drained - no water anywhere. Guess they filled it back up for the warm weather? The River Rapids was not drained - but was not running either when we were there.

The log flume and river rapids are drained until they open next year.

We are heading there this weekend. Gonna bring a nice sized group and have a blast. Shooting to get there around noon and stay until close. Can't wait. Dorney is my home park, but most of the people coming havn't been there in a few years. This is our first time going for the haunt. We do plan to do some of the haunt attractions as well. Glad you had a great time.