( Wendot blows a break whistle and shouts "Back To Work." ) "Alright, Alright I heard you." That was a joke folks. I like to joke please remember. And yes I'm doing this out of good will and kindness (I forgot why tho) (another joke yes and I know I need lessons from Neoteny on them too). Alrighty then next up on the guide is part 6:
Blizzard Beach
I'm sure you know the drill by now. Here's what we have with some if any at all minor/major additions by your favorite VMKF pal me. (Yes it is another joke - sigh - (No one thinks I'm funny it looks like) )
Disney legend has it that after a freak winter storm blanketed the area with snow, Florida's first ski resort was born. When temperatures returned to normal, the powdery snow turned to slippery slush. Slalom courses, bobsled and toboggan runs became downhill waterslides. The chair lift carried swimmers instead of skiers. The ski jump became the tallest, fastest waterslide in the nation. Plunge into the chills and thrills at what is now known as Disney's Blizzard Beach, the most slushy, slippery, exhilarating beach water park anywhere! There's "snow" place like it!
Must Sees
Big Thrills!
Summit Plummet - Look out below! Dare to take the vertical plunge from the top of the world's tallest and fastest free-fall body slide. At an exhilarating height of 120 feet, this sky-scraping ski jump of a thrill ride drops you down the slopes of Mount Gushmore at a speed-limit-breaking 55 miles per hour for a 360-foot long trip back to the lower atmosphere. The mountain beckons — don't be a "flake."
Typical Summer Wait Times: 10-50 minutes
It is recommended you ride Summit Plummet early.
Slush Gusher - Speed down the 90-foot tall Mount Gushmore in a slush-banked mountain gully. Two humps create brisk fun-filled ups and downs on your journey to the bottom of the powder-capped mountain. Launch down the slopes in the shadow of Summit Plummet. There's "snow" other ride like it.
Typical Summer Wait Times: 10-30 minutes
Downhill Double Dipper - Shoot the tube and blast down the slopes at 25 miles per hour in these side-by-side speed slides. Hop on your inner tube and disappear into a tunnel before remerging seconds before your splashdown. These two parallel 230-foot-long racing slides are a slippery good time.
Typical Summer Wait Times: 10-40 minutes
Toboggan Racers - Race in one of eight side-by-side lanes that toboggan down the mountain. Hang on to your mat and head down the slopes. Exhilarating dips make your charge to the finish line an avalanche of fun. Ready. Set. Snow!
Typical Summer Wait Times: 10-30 minutes
Mild But Wild Thrills!
Runoff Rapids - Take your choice of three incredible inner tube rides that careen down the hill into a refreshing plunge pool. Each flume is different, so try all three! One is completely enclosed, while the others are open. All three twist and turn on tantalizing water-logged journeys down the banks of Mount Gushmore. It gushes with fun!
(Enclosed Tube)
(Open Tube)
Typical Summer Wait Times: 10-60 minutes
Note: To get to the loading area, guests must ascend numerous stairs carrying their own raft. Only one person may ride in the Enclosed Tube, whereas two can ride in the open.
Teamboat Springs - Bring the whole gang aboard one of the world's longest family raft rides. Twelve hundred feet of white water and rushing waterfalls make the twisting, turning journey from the top of the mountain to the bottom a giggling, screaming adventure. Three- to six-passenger inner tubes ensure that the family that rafts together, laughs together!
Typical Summer Wait Times: 10-20 minutes
Snow Stormers - Ready. Set. Sled! Speed down the slopes in switchback slalom-style racing slides. Bank through the curvy path marked by ski-type gates. Choose from one of three different downhill racing courses. Hop on your mat and compete with your friends. Meet in the plunge pool at the bottom of the course and hop out of the water to start all over again. The race is on!
Typical Summer Wait Times: 10-30 minutes
Sports, Relaxation and Recreation
Cross Country Creek - Kick back and "chill" in an inner tube on this gently meandering river that flows around the entire Park. Bask in the warmth of the sun. Use the Creek as a transportation system to effortlessly get from one area of the Park to the next or just ride along and watch the world drift slowly by. Go with the flow!
Melt-Away Bay - Take a dip in the gently bobbing waters of this bay that is fed by the melting snow run-off from Mount Gushmore. The expansive one-acre pool is great for those who want to wade in and just get their feet wet or take an invigorating swim. Pounding waterfalls make a great retreat when you really need a refreshing plunge.
Fun For Little Ones
Tike's Peak - Little kids are invited to have mountains of fun in this water play area. The youngest Blizzard Beach goers can slide, splash and swim while sunning in the "snow" in this spot reserved just for them. Gentle body slides, an inner tube slide, interactive fountains, pop jets and a wading pool ensure a chillin' good time.
More Fun for Everyone!
Chairlift - Scale the slopes in a colorful, fanciful wooden chair lift with umbrellas and dangling skis. Hop aboard this one-way access to the top of Mount Gushmore for access to Summit Plummet, Slush Gusher, Teamboat Springs, Toboggan Racers and Snow Stormers. Be a sport and ride the chair with flair!
Great Shops!
Lottawatta Lodge - If you're looking for fabulous Blizzard Beach gifts, then Lottawatta Lodge is the stop for you. You'll find soda mugs and beach towels and rice krispie treats and even beach balls.
Great Food!
Quick Bites
Avalunch - Stop that mountain of hunger by grabbing a light entrée, snack or dessert here. Next to the entrance to the Chair Lift, this is a great last stop before you take on the conquest of Mount Gushmore.
fries, assorted chips, funnel cakes, beverages
S, $
Lottawatta Lodge Cafe - Swoosh on into this ski lodge when hunger calls. Satisfying entrées, including pizzas, burgers, salads and sandwiches are available, along with tasty desserts and ice cold beverages. It's the perfect après-ski slide experience.
burgers, pizza, fries, sandwiches, salads, beverages, funnel cakes, hot dogs
L, D, S, $
Polar Bear Pool Bar - Brrrrace yourself for the frosty refreshment of these tropical treats. Frozen adult drinks and an assortment of other thirst-quenching beverages make this the cool spot to be.
Tropical beverages, adult drinks, sodas, pina coladas, funnel cakes, chips
S, $
Key:
$: $5-$10
L: Lunch, D: Dinner, S: Snack
Note: Prices are based per person.
Extra Information
Blizzard Beach is only open when they are operating under maximum capacity. Once a certain number of people are in the park, it closes to those outside until guests leave.
Attractions in the park may temporarily halt operation due to inclimate weather. The Chairlift will not operate during a windy day.
Towels and lockers are available at Snowless Joe's Towel and Locker Hut. They are also available in Lottwatta Lodge.
There is limited space on Melt-Away Bay. Stake out beach chairs before they fill up.
Okay dokey. I think I see a storm coming for the next part of the new guide.
Aloha for now (No not really).
-Stitch