Would it be worth it to get a season pass at SFoG or SFA

[Mich17mak]

I live in South Carolina, about 4 hours from SFoG (which I had never been to since I moved here 3 yrs ago)...I will be heading up north (NJ/NY) for the summer late next week, and was originally going to buy a Six Flags season pass at Six Flags Great Adventure...but after researching prices (I would ideally like a season pass that includes free parking for ALL six flags since I will be visiting several), I realized that SFGA does not offer free parking to all Six Flags on their pass unless you pay an extra amount...so I am thinking of either stopping by SFA to get a pass w/ parking (I had been to this park many times...the only new coaster for me would be the stand-up...), keep in mind this would be a detour off my 12+ hour drive (that I am taking by myself!)...OR I just realized I can get the same pass/perks from SFoG, which I had never been to. Pass is $10 more, but that's ok...also, my friend would go with me to SFoG, so if I get a pass there I can get discounts for admission for my friend...that seems like an extra benefit.

SO - The only thing keeping me from going to SFoG (which I would have to go this weekend since I am leaving town next weekend) is that I'd be going on a Saturday (crowds??) and it'll be hot/humid. I'm not sure it's worth driving 4 hours there and back, just to get the pass and discount booklet/friend coupons....what do you all think? I would be able to visit SFoG again when I return in September. I think it's probably better to get the pass here so I will be able to bring my friend on a discount for the few select days we'll go, plus I won't have to stop by SFA on my long haul up the coast.

 

PS-Is there usually a line to get your pass processed at SFoG? If I go this Saturday I assume I"ll get there no earlier than 11am, and I will need to get my pass processed before I can bring my friend in w/ a discount.

 

Do you think SFoG will be crowded this weekend? Is it unbearable there during the summer (w/ the heat?) - or is it pretty shady?