Splashdown (log flume)
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| Splashdown | |
|---|---|
_1.jpg) Entrance sign for the attraction. | |
| Castles N' Coasters | |
| Coordinates | 33°34′18″N 112°07′09″W / 33.57162°N 112.11911°W |
| Opening date | 1991 |
| General statistics | |
| Type | Log flume |
| Manufacturer | Hopkins Rides |
| Lift system | 2 lift hills |
| Drop | 30[1] ft (9.1 m) |
| Duration | 3.5 minutes |
| Height restriction | 36 in (91 cm) |
Splashdown is a log flume located at Castles N' Coasters, a theme park in Phoenix, Arizona. It is noted for its two drops, as well as many other special features. The whole ride is themed after a logging expedition through Polynesia. Splashdown is also known for narrowly being dodged by the nearby Desert Storm roller coaster.[2][3]
Theme and experience[edit]
At the beginning of the ride, the "logs" disembark through a "logging town" with buildings such as banks or other stores. The logs then approach a tunnel. This tunnel has waterfalls and small geysers decorating the outside. The tunnel and ride narrowly turn and climb the first, smaller hill. After sliding down, the logs pass two realistic sculptures of African elephants that squirt water just above riders' heads. While turning again, the logs pass wrecked pirate ship, a Polynesian village, small gardens, and fountains. Eventually, the logs go up the largest, most notable hill, do a U-turn and take a steep plunge, does yet another U-turn, passing by the wreck once more before returning to the boarding dock.[4][5]
Features[edit]
- Two hills, each with separate lifts
- Tunnel
- "Logging Town"
- "Polynesian Village"
- Pirate ship wreck
- Fountains, geysers, and waterfalls
- Squirting African elephant sculptures
- Small gardens
Incidents[edit]
On November 27, 2015, a 12-year-old boy fell from the log flume while standing on the ride. His foot apparently got caught and he fell striking his head. He was left with serious injuries throughout his body, especially major head trauma.[6][7]
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ^ "Castles N'Coasters". ParkRovers. October 11, 2019. Retrieved September 30, 2023.
- ^ "Castles ~n~ Coasters". Arizona Parenting Magazine. Retrieved 2023-09-30.
- ^ Bergman, Justin (October 9, 1997). "Park's water rides help kids stay cool". Newspapers.com. Retrieved 2023-09-30.
- ^ "Splashdown". Castles N' Coasters. Retrieved 2023-09-30.
- ^ "Castles N' Coasters - On-Ride POVs of Desert Storm, Patriot, Splashdown, and Skydiver". Park Rovers. 2019-10-11. Retrieved 2023-09-30.
- ^ "Boy, 12, injured on ride at Castles N' Coasters - AZCentral".
- ^ Woodworth, Whitney M. (November 29, 2015). "Boy, 12, hurt on ride at Castles N' Coasters". Arizona Republic. Retrieved 2023-09-30.
- Castles N' Coasters Official Website
- Castles N' Coasters Park Map