Amusement Parks In Colorado: A Huffington Post Travel Guide

Amusement parks in Colorado offer entertainment suitable for the whole family. Teenage thrill seekers will love the coasters at Elitch Gardens, and smaller children are sure to enjoy the 15 rides geared toward them at Lakeside Amusement Park.As part of a Huffington Post Travel serieson family-fun parks, here is our guide to all the key information visitors need to know about Colorado amusement parks.

Elitch Gardens

Elitch GardensNickelodeon's Parents Connect

The Mind Eraser

Elitch Gardens website

The Ferris Wheel

Ferris wheel

Boardwalk Classic Eats

Safety Record

RideAccidents.com

Address:2000 Elitch Circle, Denver, CO 80204
Phone:303-595-4386
Hours:Open May through October, hoursvary by day.
Price:$42.99 for adults over 48 inches, $29.99 for seniors and children under 48 inches, $79.99 for a season pass.

Lakeside Amusement Park

With free parking and a nominal entrance fee for non-riders,Lakeside Amusement Parkis one of the premier amusement parks in Colorado. While the park has plenty of rides that spin and twirl, including a drop tower for older children and teenagers, it also offers 15 rides for young children. The park is the oldest in Colorado and one of the oldest in the United States, but still maintains a youthful sense of excitement.

Scenic Train Ride

Denver Westword

Historic Coasters

American Coaster Enthusiasts

From Pizza To Pretzels

Safety Record

Denver Post

Address:4601 Sheridan Blvd., Denver, CO 80212
Phone:303-477-1621
Hours:May through September,hours vary by day
Price:$2.50 gate admission for adults and children 2 and over, 50 cents for one ride coupon, $13.75 for unlimited rides and gate admission Monday through Friday, $19.75 for unlimited rides and gate admission weekends and holidays

Other Noteworthy Parks Near Colorado:

Heritage Square

Buckskin Joe Frontier Town & Railway

North Pole Home of Santa's Workshop

Gateway Park Fun Center

Boondocks Fun Center

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