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The latest theme park news, trip reports and event reviews from Texas and beyond.
Great Escape Theme Park 2026 | Storybook-Themed Park Recently Sold by Six Flags
Our final stop on the 2026 Roller Coaster Road Trip is Great Escape Theme Park in Queensbury, NY. First opened by Charles Wood in 1954, the park was originally named Storybook USA. Storybook USA would expand and adapt over the years, shifting to the Great Escape name in the 1980s. Today, Great Escape is home to six roller coasters, including Steamin' Demon, Flashback, Comet and Bobcat. Also included is the Hurricane Harbor water park and several other family-friendly rides and attractions. In March 2026, Six Flags sold the park to Enchanted Parks, another American-based theme park operator.
Lake Compounce & Quassy Amusement Park 2026 | Classic Americana and Amazing Wooden Coaster Gems
Our next Roller Coaster Road Trip stop features two parks in one day: Lake Compounce in Bristol, CT and Quassy Amusement Park in Middlebury, CT. Lake Compounce first opened in 1846, making it the oldest continuously operating amusement park in the US. Today, Lake Compounce is home to 5 roller coasters, including Boulder Dash and Wildcat, and several other attractions. The park was recently purchased by Herschend in March of 2025. Quassy Amusement Park has been around since 1908 and is one of only eleven trolley parks still operating in America. Situated on Lake Quassapaug, the park features the exciting Wooden Warrior roller coaster and an accompanying water park.
Six Flags New England 2026 | Quantum Accelerator Debuts, Superman is a Top Coaster in America
Kicking off our 2026 Roller Coaster Road Trip is a first-ever visit to Six Flags New England. Originally opened in 1870 as Gallup's Grove, the park has undergone several changes throughout America's history. Today, Six Flags New England is home to twelve roller coasters, including Superman The Ride and the all-new Quantum Accelerator, over sixty other attractions and a Hurricane Harbor water park.
Six Flags St. Louis Opening Day 2026 - The Enchanted Parks Era Begins After Six Flags is Sold
Six Flags St. Louis, then known as Six Flags Over Mid-America, first opened in 1971 as one of the company's original three parks. Today, Six Flags St. Louis is home to ten roller coasters, including Screamin' Eagle and The Boss, a water park and nearly three dozen other attractions. In March, Six Flags announced that it sold the park to Enchanted Parks. Now under new management, join us for an opening day look at what to expect on your next visit to Six Flags St. Louis.
Enjoying a Day of Great Operations at Six Flags America
Located in Bowie, Maryland, Six Flags America originally opened in 1973. The park was first a wildlife center and eventually joined the Premier Parks family in 1992 as Adventure World. In 1999, the park would become Six Flags America. Today, the park features 9 roller coasters and dozens of other rides and attractions. Join us as we make our first visit to Six Flags America since 2017 and finally ride the rest of their roller coaster line-up.
Cedar Point (Sandusky, OH) - Riding Steel Vengeance, Insane Roller Coasters, Hotel Breakers
Join us on our next stop of this Roller Coaster Road Trip when we visit Cedar Point in Sandusky Ohio. Billed as the roller coaster capital of the world, Cedar Point features 18 roller coasters and over 70 total rides and attractions. We also give you a small tour of one of the park's on-site resorts, Hotel Breakers!
Knott's Berry Farm BEFORE it Becomes Scary
Knott's Berry Farm, located in Buena Park, CA, first opened in 1920. Since then it has grown to a popular destination, serving over 3 million guests each season. As of 2017, Knott's features 9 roller coasters and over 30 other rides and attractions. This video shows off the park during October BEFORE things get scary.
Six Flags America - Roller Coaster Road Trip (Day 4)
Our final stop on this roller coaster road trip is to Six Flags America, located in Upper Marlboro, MD. This park is home to a decent selection of roller coasters, a great Flash Pass system, and customer service and cleanliness that tops many other Six Flags parks.
Six Flags Great Adventure - Roller Coaster Road Trip (Day 3)
On day three of our roller coaster road trip we check out Six Flags Great Adventure, located in Jackson, NJ. SFGAdv is home to tons of rides, including some record-breakers, a safari, and a plethora of other attractions and food options.
Hersheypark - Roller Coaster Road Trip (Day 2)
On day two of our roller coaster road trip we head out to Hersheypark located in Hershey, PA. Hersheypark is an incredible theme park with tons of thrill rides, live shows, and other attractions.
Knoebels Amusement Resort - Roller Coaster Road Trip (Day 1)
We visit Knoebels Amusement Resort in Elsyburg, PA for day one of our roller coaster road trip. Sitting at over 90 years old, Knoebels is a great family-owned theme park with a great selection of roller coasters and other attractions.