Index

4x4's

Opened: 1990
Manufacturer:  Venture Manufacturing
​Location: Kiddy Kingdom
Type: electric trucks 

​4x4's is an electric truck ride. Kids can drive the cars around on a course that goes around some beautiful landscaping. This is the newest ride that is currently in Kiddy Kingdom. 

Atomic Scrambler

Opened:      As Scrambler: 1960
                    As Atomic Scrambler: 2023
Manufacturer: Eli Bridge Company
Type: scrambler 

Riders will spin around on Atomic Scrambler! Atomic Scrambler is a reimagining for the classic Scrambler ride. ​

Avalanche Run

Opened: July 1,1985
​Closed: October 1,1989
Manufacturer: Intamin AG
​Location: Beach Midway
Type: bobsled coaster

​Avalanche Run opened at Cedar Point in 1985. Avalanche Run was Cedar Point's Bobsled Roller Coaster. It was also the tallest Bobsled roller coaster in the world when it opened. Riders would race thru the rides trough as they make their way thru the ride. Avalanche Run was considered boring by many of its riders. The ride would be converted into Disaster Transport in 1990.

Avalanche Entry

Opened: 1985
What is in this attractions current location?: Lakeside Express
Type: food stand
Closed: 1989

Avalanche Entry was a place guests could get something to eat near Avalanche Run. This location was a great place to get cheese on a stick. ​

Bath house

What is in this attractions current location?: Giant Wheel and Grand Pavilion
Type: changing area


​Over the years Cedar Point has had several bathhouses located on the beach. It has even been home to the largest bathhouses in the world. ​ The bath houses were removed for park expansion. 

Berenstain Bear Country (Outside)

Opened: 1992
What is in this attractions current location?: Planet Snoopy
Type: outdoor playground 
Closed: 1998

In 1992 Berenstain Bear Country was expanded to include an outdoor section. It featured a large playground that was themed to the Berenstain Bears.

Cedar Classic Miniature Golf 

Opened:  1961
What is in this attractions current location?: 
 Location 1: Present day Kiddy Kingdom (1961-1969)
 Location 2: Present day Planet Snoopy (1970-1991)
Type: miniature golf 
Closed: 1991

Cedar Classic Miniature Golf opened at Cedar Point in 1961 near the Coliseum. In 1970 the attraction was relocated next to Sky Slide. It was removed in 1991 to make room for a Berenstain Bear Country expansion.

Cedar Point Aquatic Stadium

Opened: 1999
What is in this attractions current location?: Wild Mouse, Atomic Scrambler, and Matterhorn
Type: dive show
Closed: 2006

Cedar Point Aquatic Stadium opened in 1999 replacing Oceana. The Aquatic Stadium was home to a dive show. The show featured several dives including a 80 foot dive! ​

Calypso 

Opened: 1970
Converted: 2023
Moved to Midway: 2015
Manufacture: Mack Rides
Type: calypso

Calypso is a great spinning ride for families to ride together! This ride has had a history of being relocated and renamed many times!

CarnEvil

Opened: 2004 (Beach Midway)
Relocated: 2008 (Camp Snoopy)
Type: scare zone
Closed: 2014

CarnEvil was a clown themed scare zone that opened in 2004. Clowns would chase you around a themed carnival. The attraction was located on the beach midway. It was relocated to Camp Snoopy in 2008.

Chaos

Opened: 1997
Moved to Midway: 2003
What is in this attractions current location?: 3 Point Challenge
Manufacturer: Chance Rides 
Type: chaos ride
Closed: 2010

Chaos was a multi-demential spinning ride that was moved to the Boardwalk Midway in 2003. The ride was very popular, but it was often closed due to maintenance. ​

Coca-Cola Freestyle Cafe

Opened: 2013,2014,2015,2017,2017,2018,2019
Type: drink stand 
Location: Main Midway, Boardwalk, Frontier Town, Gemini Midway, and Corkscrew Midway. 

​Coke Freestyle is a great place to get something to drink! You can mix and match to create your own flavor!

Disaster Transport 

Opened: 1990
What is in this attractions current location?: GateKeeper
Manufacturer: ITEC Productions 
Type: indoor bobsled coaster 
Closed: July 29, 2012

Disaster Transport was Cedar Point's indoor roller coaster. Riders were taken on a space adventure. ​

Dodgem

Opened: 1970
Location: Million Dollar Midway/Celebration Plaza: (1970-2014)
                    Boardwalk: 2015-Current 
Manufacturer: Soli of Italy 
Type: bumper cars 

​Dodgem is Cedar Point's bumper car ride. How many cars can you bump?

Dune Buggies

Opened: 1970
Manufacturer: Hampton
​Location: Kiddy Kingdom
Type: ​dune buggies

Dune Buggies gives kids the chance to ride in Dune Buggies. A dune bubbie is an off road vehicle. 

Erie Estates

Opened: 2008
Type: haunted house
Closed: 2021

Erie Estates was a haunted house that was located in the former Cedar Point Administration  building. The House was themed as G.A. Boeckling. You would travel thru his erie estate. The house was upgraded to The Haunting of Erie Estates in 2022.

Extreme Sports Stadium

Opened: 2008
What is in this attractions current location?: Wild Mouse, Atomic Scrambler, and Matterhorn
Type: sports show 
Closed: 2017

The Extreme Sports Stadium was home to a sports show. The show featured bikers and skateboarders. It gave its last show in 2017.

Ferris wheel

Opened: Unknown
What is in this attractions current location?: GateKeeper
Manufacturer: Unknown
Type: ferris wheel
Closed: Unknown

​This is believed to be Cedar Point's first ferris wheel. It was located just a few feet from the current Giant Wheel that was moved to this midway in 2000. ​

Flying Ace Balloon Race

Opened: 2008
Manufacturer: Zamperla
​Location: Planet Snoopy
Type: samba balloon


Fly with Snoopy in the sky on Flying Ace Balloon Race! Riders spin their balloon as the ride tilts and spins in a circle. 

Funhouse

Opened: 1966
What is in this attractions current location?: Giant Wheel
Manufacturer: Unknown
Type: walk thru
Closed: 1981

​Funhouse was an inside down Fun House that you would walk thru. At the end of the attraction you would go down a slide. ​

Gazebo

Opened: Unknown
What is in this attractions current location?: Joe Cool's Dodgem School
Type: refreshment stand
Closed: 2014

Gazebo was a refreshment stand. You could get really good pretzels here. The location also had an ICEE Mix It Up location. ​

Giant Wheel

Opened: 1972
Moved to Midway: 2000
Manufacturer: Schwarzkopf
Type: ferris wheel

​Giant Wheel is a massive 145 foot tall Ferris Wheel. When the ride opened in 1972 it was one of the largest Ferris Wheels in an amusement park! ​

Grand Pavilion

Opened: 1888
Type: activities building

The Grand Pavilion was the center of resort activities when it opened.  Over the years it has been home to many different things including a bowling alley. Today it is used for groups and special events. 

Grand Pavilion

Opened: 2023
Type: restaurant

The Grand Pavilion features a restaurant. It also has a bar that over looks the beach. 

Happy Jack's Toy Factory 

Opened: 2009
Type: haunted house
Closed: 2011

Happy Jack's Toy Factory was a haunted house that was located inside Disaster Transport. Guests were taken thru a haunted toy factory. When it was at Cedar Point Happy Jack's Toy Factory was one of the best haunted houses at the park. 
​

Helicopters

Opened: 
Manufacturer: Herschel
​Location: Kiddy Kingdom
Type: ​ helicopters

Helicopters gives kids the chance to fly their own helicopter! Helicopters is one of the oldest rides in Kiddy Kingdom. It has been moved a few times over the years. 

Hexed

Opened: 2014
Type: haunted house 

Hexed is a haunted house that is located on the Boardwalk. Hexed takes you thru a witches house. You get to see what it is like to live as a witch. 

Joe Cool's Cafe

Opened: 2008
What is in this attractions current location?: Melt
Type: sit down restaurant 
Closed: 2016

Joe Cool's Cafe was a themed restaurant that was located outside of Planet Snoopy. ​

Joe Cool's Dodgem School

Opened: 2015
Manufacturer: Lankin Manufacturing 
​Location: Planet Snoopy
Type: mini bumper cars


In 2015 Krazy Kars was moved to Planet Snoopy where it was renamed and rethemed Joe Cool's Dodgem School. Joe Cool's Dodgem School is a cool kiddie bumper car ride.

Jumbo Jet

Opened: 1972
What is in this attractions current location?: GateKeeper
Manufacturer: Schwarzkopf
Type: jumbo jet
Closed: 1972

​Jumbo Jet was a very unique roller coaster at Cedar Point. It featured a really cool spiral lift hill. Jumbo Jet was an extremely popular coaster for Cedar Point, but it was very hard for the park to keep open. ​

Kid Arthur's Court 

Opened:  1982
What is in this attractions current location?: Giant Wheel
Manufacturer: Unknown
Type: play structure 
Closed: 1999

​Kid Arthur's Court was an activity themed play structure at Cedar Point. It featured a huge ball craw, climbing nets, and slides! by the late 1990's it was outdated. ​

Kiddieland

Opened: 1960
What is in this attractions current location?: Kiddy Kingdom
Type: kids area 
Closed: 1992

There has been a kids area around where Kiddy Kingdom is today since the early 1950's. During the 1960's it was moved around where it is today. The area would be rebranded in 1993 to Kiddy Kingdom. ​

Kiddy Kingdom

Opened:  1993
Type: kids area 

In 1993 Kiddieland was renamed Kiddy Kingdom. The area was given a new medieval theme. Kiddy Kingdom is the oldest kids area at Cedar Point. ​

Kiddy Kingdom Carousel

Opened: 1968
Manufacturer: Dentzel
Renamed: 1993
​Location: Kiddy Kingdom
Type: ​carousel

​The Kiddy Kingdom Carousel was moved to Cedar Point in 1968. At that time the ride was at the center of Kiddy Kingdom. When the area was expanded in 1970 the carousel was relocated again to the center of the kids area. 

Kite Eating Tree

Opened: 2008
Manufacturer: Zamperla 
​Location: Planet Snoopy
Type: jumpin' star


Kite Eating Tree is a kids drop tower. The ride takes riders up 19 feet and bouches them to the ground. Don't let the tree eat your kite!

Lakeside Express

Opened: 2013
Location: Across from GateKeeper
​Type: ​​food stand

​Lakeside Express is a food stand located near GateKeeper. This food stand serves pizza, chicken tenders, and perch. This stand has been remolded several times over the years. It has been at Cedar Point since 1965 under several names. ​

Macaroni's

Opened: 1992
What is in this attractions current location?: Melt
Type: sit down restaurant 
Closed: 2007

​Macaroni's was a sit down restraunt located near Peanuts Playgorund. It served pizza, sandwiches, burgers and had a salad bar. ​

Main Midway Games Area 

Opened: 1955
Type: games 

​The Main Midway Games Area features a number of test your skill strength games. Over the years the games area has been refreshed several times. ​

Matterhorn

Opened: 1972
Location: Beach Midway: 1972-1984
               Main Midway: 1985-2022
​               Boardwalk: 2023-Current
What is in this attractions current location?: GateKeeper
Manufacturer: Mack Rides 
Type: matterhorn

Matterhorn is a spinning ride that tips its cars to the side while it spins. It opened in 1972 on the beach midway near Space Spiral. It was relocated in 1985 to make room for Avalanche Run. In 2023 the ride was relocated back to the midway and placed in front of the new Wild Mouse roller coaster. ​

maXair

Opened: 2005
Manufacturer: HUSS
Type: pendulum

This 140 foot pendulum is a fun and exciting twist to the normal thrill ride. maXair gives each rider a unique thrill. ​

Melt Bar & Grilled 

Opened: 2017
Location: The Boardwalk
​Type: ​​sit down restaurant

​Melt is a Cleveland area franchise that opened at Cedar Point in 2017. Melt is known for their grilled cheese and crafted beer. The inside of the restaurant features histicoal artwork from Cedar Point's past!

Motorcycles

Opened: 1970
Manufacturer: Hampton
​Location:  Kiddy Kingdom
Type: ​motorcycles

​Motorcycles gives kids a chance to drive on a miniature motorcycle. 

Mr. Potato

Opened: Unknown
Type: french fry stand
Location: Beach Midway
Closed: 2019

Mr. Potoato was a food stand that you could get Cedar Point's famous French Fries from. It was located on the Beach Midway. It closed in 2019.

Mustangs

Opened: 1970
Manufacturer: Hampton
​Location: Kiddy Kingdom
Type: ​mustangs

​Mustangs are miniature mustangs that kids can drive around. 

Oceana

Opened: 1980
What is in this attractions current location?: Wild Mouse, Atomic Scrambler, and Matterhorn
Type: dolphin show
Closed: 1998

​Oceana was Cedar Point's Marine Life complex. It was home to a dolphin show. ​

Ocean Motion

Opened: 1981
Location: Beach Midway 1981-2010
               Main Midway 2011- Current 
Manufacturer: HUSS
Type: pirate ship

Ocean Motion is a swinging pirate ship. Ocean Motion swings riders 65 feet into the sky!  The ride original was located near the lake. It was going to be removed at the end of the 2010 season, but due to out cry from the public it was moved to the former location of Demon Drop in 2011.

Peanuts Playground

Opened: 1999
What is in this attractions current location?: Planet Snoopy
Type: outdoor playground 
Closed: 2007

In 1999 Berenstain Bear Country was renamed and rethemed to Peanuts Playground. The area had a generic feeling and was removed in 2007 to make room for Planet Snoopy. ​

Peanuts Road Rally

Opened: 2008
​Manufacturer: Zamperla
​Location: Planet Snoopy
Type: convoy


Peanuts Road Rally is a kids monster truck ride located in Planet Snoopy. The cars go on a course that is surrounded by beautiful landscaping. Peanuts Road Rally is a great ride!

Planet Snoopy

Opened: 2008
Type: kids area 

Planet Snoopy opened in 2008 as Cedar Point's newest kids area. Planet Snoopy features 8 rides for kids. Most of the rides in Planet Snoopy can be enjoyed by the entire family! ​

Racer 

Opened: 1910
What is in this attractions current location?: GateKeeper
Manufacturer: McKay Construction
Type:  wooden racing coaster
Closed: 1928

The Racer was a small Wooden Racing Coaster. The ride was considered to be mild. ​

Rock Spin and Turn

Opened: 1970
Manufacturer: Hampton
​Location: Kiddy Kingdom
Type: ​spinning tubes

Rock Spin and Turn is a really fun ride for kids. The ride features small tubes that go up and down on a wavy track. They can also spin the tubes witch makes the ride more exciting. 

Rotor 

Opened: 1967
What is in this attractions current location?: 3 Point Challenge 
Manufacturer: Chance Rides 
Type:  rotor 
Closed: 1984

Rotor was a classic spinning ride. Riders would stick to the wall as the floor would drop below them. ​

Police Cars

Opened: 1970
Manufacturer: Hampton 
​Location: Kiddy Kingdom
Type: police cars

Police Cars gives riders a chance to drive police cars around. The  park even gives kids stickers for their experience.

Roto Whip

Opened: 
Manufacturer: Mangles
​Location: Kiddy Kingdom
Type: ​mini whip

Roto Whip is a miniature version of the classic while ride. Riders are whipped around in a circle on this ride. Roto Whip is sure to make riders laugh and giggle. 

Schwabichen 

Opened: 1970
Moved to Midway: 1985
What is in this attractions current location?: 3 Point Challenge 
Manufacturer: Mack Rides
Type: trabant
Closed: 2002

​Schwaabinchen was a spinning ride that wold be raised to an angle and the ride would tilt from side to side as it spun. After the ride left Cedar Point it was sold to Strikers Grove.

Sky Fighters

Opened: 
Manufacturer: Herschel
​Location: Kiddy Kingdom
Type: ​space ships

Sky Fighters gives kids a chance to ride in small space ships. The ride lifts riders and gives them a great view of Kiddy Kingdom. ​

Sky Slide

Opened: 1968
What is in this attractions current location?: Planet Snoopy
Manufacturer: Sky Slide International 
Type: giant slide 
Closed: 1991


​Sky Slide opened at Cedar Point in 1968. The slide was as high as the Coliseum. Riders rode down the slide in sacks on one of twelve lanes. The slide was removed in 1991 to make room for an expansion to Berenstain Bear Country. ​

Sealand

Opened: 1967
What is in this attractions current location?: Calypso
Type: aquarium 
Closed: 1998

Sealand was an aquarium. You could walk thru it and see sea animals swimming. It was closed in 1998 and turned into an arcade until it was removed in October 2001 to make room for Wicked Twisters que line. ​

Sea Swing 

Opened: 1904
What is in this attractions current location?: Nothing
Manufacturer: Unknown
Type: swing
Closed: Unknown

Sea Swing opened in 1904 on the Cedar Point Beach. Sea Swing was located in the lake and guests would Spin around and get wet as they were dipped into the lake!

Snoopy's Deep Sea Divers 

Opened: 2008
Manufacturer: Zamperla
​Location: Planet Snoopy
Type: crazy bus

Dive into the deep sea with Snoopy and Lucy! Snoopy's Deep Sea Divers gives you a great view of Planet Snoopy from above!

Snoopy's Express Railroad

Opened: 2008
Manufacturer: Zamperla
Location: Planet Snoopy
Type: rio grande train

All abord! Snoopy's Express Railroad takes riders on a train ride thru the desert. 

Snoopy's Space Race

Opened: 2008
Manufacturer: Zamperla
​Location: Planet Snoopy
Type: mini jet


Ride through space with Snoopy on Snoopy's Space Race!

Stadium Games 

Opened: 1999
What is in this attractions current location?: Calypso
Type: arcade 
Closed: 2001

After Sealand closed in 1998 it would be turned into a small video game arcade. It wold remain that way until it was removed in October 2001.

Space Age

Opened: 1970
Manufacturer: Hampton
​Location: Kiddy Kingdom
Type: ​space age

Space Age is a great ride for kids to experience. Riders get to drive really cool space vehicles. 

Space Spiral

Opened: 1965
What is in this attractions current location?: Lakeside Express's eating area 
Manufacturer: Von Roll
Type: observation tower
Closed: August 13, 2012

Space Spiral took riders up and above the vast cedar point peninsula.It gave views of Cedar Point, lake Erie, Lake Erie Islands and the city of Sandusky. Space Spiral is the tallest ride to ever be removed form any amusement park. When it was built in 1965, it was the first ride to be over 300 feet. Space Spiral was Cedar Point's first record breaking ride.  The ride closed quietly on August 13, 2012.  ​

Spiral Candy

Opened: 1965
What is in this attractions current location?: Yogurt Plus and Coke Freestyle 
Type: snack stand 
Closed: 2012

Spiral Candy was a food stand where you can get candy, taffy, and fudge. ​

Super Himalaya 

Opened: 1970
Location: 1970-1974 Million Dollar Midway
               1974-1977 Storage
               1978         Beach Midway
               1979-1998 Gemini Midway
               1999- Current Corkscrew Midway
           
Manufacturer: Mack Rides
Type: himalaya 


​Super Himalaya is a spinning ride that riders spin around on a hilly circle. 

Switchback Railway

Opened: 1892
What is in this attractions current location?: Lakeside Pavilion
Manufacturer: American Railway Coaster Company of Chicago​
Type: wooden coaster
Closed: Around 1900

​Switchback Railway was Cedar Point's first roller coaster. It didnt have a lift hill. At the end of the ride the train would have to be pushed back to the top. ​

Tiki Twirl 

Opened: 1970
Moved to Midway: 2015
What is in this attractions current location?: Calypso
Manufacturer: Mack Rides
Type: calypso 
Closed: 2022

Tiki Twirl was a throwback ride when it was relocated to its new spot in 2015. The ride spins riders on a slanted table. Tiki Twirl was a really fun ride. ​

The Cyclone

Opened: 1929
What is in this attractions current location?: GateKeeper 
Manufacturer: Harry G. Traver 
Type: wooden coaster 
Closed: 1951

​In 1929 The Cyclone opened on the Cedar Point Beach where it replaced The Racer. The Cyclone was scientifically built for speed. Over the years the ride would be very wild and intense. It closed in 1951 after the ride fell in a state of disrepair.

The Haunting of Erie Estates 

Opened: 2022
​Type: haunted house

There has been some paranormal activity discovered in Erie Estates! The Paranormal Society of Sandusky have arrived to determine who has been haunted Erie Estates. 

The Roost 

Opened: 2020
Type: food stand

The Roost is a chicken stand that opened in 2020. It isn't open much, so if you see it open you should try it. ​

Three-way Figure Eight Roller Toboggan

Opened: May 31, 1902
What is in this attractions current location?: Wild Mouse 
Manufacturer:Fredrick Engersoll
Type: side friction coaster 
Closed:1909

Three-way Figure Eight Roller Toboggan was a small roller coaster that was located on the Cedar Point beach. The ride was 46 feet tall and took riders on a ride that featured a figure 8 style layout.

Transport Refreshments 

Opened: 1990
What is in this attractions current location?: Lakeside Express 
Type: food stand
Closed: 2012

​Transport Refreshments was a food stand that was located near Disaster Transport. It had these burgers and chicken tenders. ​

Troika 

Opened: 1976
Moved to Midway: 2003
Manufacturer: Huss 
Type: troika 

Troika will spin and swoop its riders above the midway

Tumble Bug 

Opened: 1934
Location: Beach Midway
​               Main Midway
Manufacturer: Traver Engineering 
Type: tumble bug 
Closed: 1963

​Tumble Bug opened at Cedar Point in 1934. The ride took riders in a circle and went up and down small hills. The ride was very popular when it opened. It was removed after the 1963 season due to age.

Wicked Twister 

​Opened: May 5, 2002
What is in this attractions current location?: Grand Pavilion 
Manufacturer: Intamin AG
Type: impulse coaster 
Closed: September 6, 2021

Wicked Twister was a 215 foot tall Impulse Coaster. Riders would be launched forwards 3 times and backwards twice. Wicked Twister was Cedar Point's first launch coaster. ​

WildCat

Opened: May 12, 1979
Location: 1979-1984 Beach Midway
               1985-2011 Celebration Plaza
Manufacturer: Schwarzkopf 
Type: wildcat
Closed: October 30, 2011

WildCat was a mini coaster that featured small four passenger cars. WildCat featured a figure-eight style layout. The ride opened in 1979 and it was placed near Space Spiral. The ride was moved to the Million Dollar Midway for the 1985 season to make room for Avalanche Run. It closed in 2011 to make room for Celebration Plaza. 

Wildcat

Opened: May 23, 1970 
What is in this attractions current location?: Wild Mouse
Manufacturer: Schwarzkopf 
Type:  wildcat
Closed: September 17, 1978

Wildcat was a small compact roller coaster. The coaster featured small hills with quick turns. It was located on the Cedar Point beach. It closed at the end of the 1978 season and was relocated to Valleyfair! Today the ride operates in Maryland. 

WindSeeker

Opened:  2011
Manufacturer: Mondial
Type: wind seeker

WindSeeker is a great thrill ride! Riders are taken up 301 feet and sun around at speeds of 30MPH! WindSeeker gives riders great views of Cedar Point, Sandusky and the Lake Erie Islands!

Wild Mouse

Opened: 2023
Manufacturer: Zamperla 
Type: freeform coaster 

New for 2023 is the Wild Mouse! Riders will spin 360 degrees on this family ride! Wild Mouse is a throw back to an old roller coaster Cedar Point had in the 1950's! Wild Mouse will be a great coaster! for families!

Woodstock's Whirlybirds

Opened: 2008
Manufacturer:  Zamperla
​Location: Planet Snoopy
Type: mini tea cups


Spin around in a giant circle on Woodstock's Whirlybirds!

Yogurt Plus

Opened: 2013
Type: yogurt stand

Yogurt Plus is a restaurant where you can mix your favorite flavors of yogurt and add your favorite toppings