In all, the association reports that approximately 385 million people take 1.7 billion rides at nearly 440 North American fixed-site facilities annually. For an incredible outdoor family adventure, visit Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park, just up the road in Glenwood Springs. It describes the ride as the “first drop ride in the world to go underground, plunging riders 110 feet inside the dark depths of Iron Mountain in what feels like a free-fall.” The caverns re-opened in 1999 following restoration work and the adventure park was added in 2005.Īlthough the International Association of Amusement Rides and Attractions reports that about 1,200 injuries on average are reported annually, rides are relatively safe with only about one injury for every 15.5 million rides taken. The ride is one of the park’s popular attractions, opening in 2017, and sits near its entrance, according to its website.

The girl had been vacationing in Glenwood Springs with her family, about 160 miles west of Denver. She was pronounced dead at the scene and an autopsy is scheduled. The coroner’s office said park personnel administered first aid to the girl until paramedics arrived. Louie & The Lizards & Friends happening at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park, 51000 Two Rivers Plaza Road, Glenwood Springs, United States on Sat at 05:00 pm. Some really great thrill rides (Defiance, Alpine Coaster, Giant Swing) with very short waits. A park spokesperson could not be immediately reached Monday.

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