Hersheypark has had 142 rides in the park's history. There are currently 76 rides in operation. The park has featured 18 roller coasters, five of which no longer stand – Wild Cat, Wildcat, Twin Towers Toboggan, Mini Comet and Roller Soaker.
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Arguably the most intense coaster at the park, Skyrush opened in 2012 and takes you up its lift hill at 20 miles per hour. The coaster's supports were drilled up to 120 feet into the ground, which is the same height as the tallest hill on Fahrenheit.
The Whip, which was located in the Midway America section of the park, is being removed for the 2023 season. Hersheypark confirmed this in a tweet regarding the removal of the ride. The ride was added to the Midway America expansion at the park and was near the former Wildcat coaster and the Music Express ride.
It is the most visited theme park in Pennsylvania and the ninth most visited theme park in North America, as well as the largest theme park in North America not located in Ohio, Florida or California.
Prohibited ItemsWeapons of any kind are prohibited. Weapons are considered to be any item that could endanger public safety. Some examples include: firearms, knives, mace, and chains. Hershey Entertainment & Resorts reserves the right to refuse the entry of any item that could be considered a weapon.
Hershey Park is okay if you have little kids... 12 and under...but it IS expensive and you may find a better time and value if you do some research and even MORE $$$ if you plan on staying overnight.
Revealing bathing suits, shorts w/ rivets, snaps, zippers, metal ornamentation, cutoffs and jeans are not permitted. Parents accompanying toddlers must also wear bathing suits. Guests of the Miniatures, Kisses, and Reese's height categories must wear a life vest.
These reports reveal: Over 2 years there were 137 serious injuries at the park. Injuries included lacerations, chipped teeth, neck pain, back pain, electrical burns, fractured bones, ankle sprains, traumatic brain injuries, and more. Accidents occurred during all phases of a ride: boarding, while riding, and exiting.