1886. It was originally about 2.5 miles west of its current location, but was relocated in 1893 due to receding levels at the Great Salt Lake. The park initially offered, dancing, swimming, roller skating, bowling and other such attractions. The first thrill ride was the "Shoot the Chutes" which was in operation by 1906. Read Full Story Here Lagoon retains its individualism with constantly changing attractions as well as keeping the favorites of the locals and return visitors alike. Lagoon is the type of place that still retains the quality of family values by boasting such attractions as kiddie land, "old school" amusement rides, and cutting edge thrill rides for the daredevil in us all. We have been coming here for the over the past 10 years with our children, and my wife frequented Lagoon throughout her childhood as well. If you get the chance take the drive which is only about 17 miles north of Salt Lake City and see what you have been missing out on! Click on the image above to view pictures taken at the park over the past weekend!
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
The Wonderful World Of Lagoon!
Lagoon has been an excellent family getaway amusement park in Northern Utah since July of 1886. It was originally about 2.5 miles west of its current location, but was relocated in 1893 due to receding levels at the Great Salt Lake. The park initially offered, dancing, swimming, roller skating, bowling and other such attractions. The first thrill ride was the "Shoot the Chutes" which was in operation by 1906. Read Full Story Here Lagoon retains its individualism with constantly changing attractions as well as keeping the favorites of the locals and return visitors alike. Lagoon is the type of place that still retains the quality of family values by boasting such attractions as kiddie land, "old school" amusement rides, and cutting edge thrill rides for the daredevil in us all. We have been coming here for the over the past 10 years with our children, and my wife frequented Lagoon throughout her childhood as well. If you get the chance take the drive which is only about 17 miles north of Salt Lake City and see what you have been missing out on! Click on the image above to view pictures taken at the park over the past weekend!
1886. It was originally about 2.5 miles west of its current location, but was relocated in 1893 due to receding levels at the Great Salt Lake. The park initially offered, dancing, swimming, roller skating, bowling and other such attractions. The first thrill ride was the "Shoot the Chutes" which was in operation by 1906. Read Full Story Here Lagoon retains its individualism with constantly changing attractions as well as keeping the favorites of the locals and return visitors alike. Lagoon is the type of place that still retains the quality of family values by boasting such attractions as kiddie land, "old school" amusement rides, and cutting edge thrill rides for the daredevil in us all. We have been coming here for the over the past 10 years with our children, and my wife frequented Lagoon throughout her childhood as well. If you get the chance take the drive which is only about 17 miles north of Salt Lake City and see what you have been missing out on! Click on the image above to view pictures taken at the park over the past weekend!
