Following a wonderful trip up through Kentucky and Indiana with some roadside Americana and Indiana Beach as our main destination, we catually had as much fun on a park we had already visited once a few years ago. Back in 2006, we stayed at Beech Bend for a couple of hours and got in three laps each on the all new Kentucky Rumbler wooden coaster which became one of my instant favorites. Since we were going back by there on the way home, we decided to stop in once again.
It was a Sunday afternoon, so we were able to get in with an unlimited ride wristband for only 12 bucks. We spent a couple of hours in the park with all rides being walk-ons. I rode the Rumbler 9 times while Julia rode 7 times herself. We also took a front seat spin on the scar Looping Star which seemed to be running much better this time around. The Rumbler itself (which was reallly the only reason we stopped in as the other rides are portable fair types) is still running well with great laterals and some surprising pops of airtime. It solidified itself in my personal Top 20 thanks to a smooth ride with wonderful elements.
It came a slight rain while we were there and one of our rides came with some stinging rain in our face. Like normal I loved it.
One problem I have is that after each ride, the operators make you walk all the around the station to get back in line, even if there is no one waiting. That in itself limits re-rides as we got about 6 an hour as opposed to our Holiday World trip where Guy and myself were rding about 12-13 rides per hour.
Still, all in all, Beech Bend is a fun family-oriented park that is worth visiting. There is a water park that is included with admission if that is your thing, and individual ride tickets are sold as well. If you do not get the unlimited wristband, a ride on the Rumbler is 5 bucks.
One final unique factor about Beech Bend is its location. It is located on the outskirts of Bowling Green basically in the middle of a field. It is a gorgeous drive and when the park appears over a hill, it will take your breath away. It is an amazing fact that an amusement park was built in this location.
Overall Beech Bend is wonderful little park with short lines on both occasions we've visited and a great family oriented atmosphere. Stop by if you are in the area.
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