Knoebels Amusement Resort
Elysburg, Pennsylvania
Henry Knoebel opened this park on July 4th, 1926. It is still owned and operated by the Knoebel family. Knoebels remains the largest amusement park with free admission. In fact, there is no main gate or entrance. Guests can come and enjoy the picnic areas, shows, and park as they please. The Grand Carousel was built in 1913 and still allows riders to grab for brass rings. The Haunted Mansion is one of the most exciting dark rides around.
Presently, the park is building Flying Turns, a wooden coaster type that hasn't been seen in over half a century! It has been under construction since 2006, but it may open soon. The park also opened Black Diamond in October 2011. It is a recreation of the Golden Nugget at New Jersey's Dinosaur Beach.
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