Thrill Rides at Indiana Beach, Indiana, USA

Amusement Park on Lake Shafer in Monticello, IN

© Renee Holmes

Aug 17, 2009
Skycoaster Thrill Ride at Indiana Beach, Renee Holmes
Indiana Beach Amusement Park attracts a more daring crowd with its vast variety of thrill rides, including six thrilling roller coasters.

Located on Shafer Lake in Monticello, IN, Indiana Beach provides high thrills without having the long lines and massive crowds that accompany larger amusement parks.

Thrill Rides at Indiana Beach

From eye-popping roller coasters to plummeting straight down to the earth, Indiana Beach offers a variety of rides for the more adrenaline-driven rider:

  • Cornball Express: This wooden roller coaster plummets straight down from the start, twisting and turning, with illusions of collisions, and a double-drop finale. Riders must be 44”.
  • Steel Hawg: Debuted in 2008, the Steel Hawg is an all-steel custom coaster boasting a 111-degree first drop. Followed by spins and trips upside down, the screams can be heard across the entire park. Riders must be 48”.
  • Galaxi: The Galaxi, built in 1971, was the first roller coaster at Indiana Beach. With high speeds and constant turns, riders are shocked by the powerful coiled finale. Riders must be 44”.
  • Hoosier Hurricane: This classic wooden and steel coaster runs from one side of the Boardwalk and back again, providing great views of the lake along with intense thrills. Riders must be 44” w/adult or 48” to ride alone.
  • Lost Coaster of Superstition Mountain: Built around a mountain filled with mine tunnels, riders shriek as they are twisted and turned amid falling rocks and wild animals. Riders must be 48”.
  • Tig’rr: An all-steel coaster with a bullet-shaped seat provides maximum speed with intense drops and turns. Riders must be 54”.
  • Double Shot: Riders are pulled up over 80 feet, and then rapidly dropped. Pulled up again, riders experience the immense thrill of secured free-fall again. Riders must be 52”.

Thrill Rides Not Covered by Wristband

  • Skycoaster: This extra fee attraction has the rider wrapped in canvas and yanked up into the air over 110 feet high by a cable. After pulling the ripcord, the rider feels an instant drop and then gracefully flies over Lake Shafer. Riders must be 44”.

Indiana Beach Family Rides, Children’s Rides, Lodging, and Food

With over 35 rides, aimed toward families, children, and thrill seekers, as well as a fully-equipped waterpark, with six water slides, an action river, splash bar, and swimming area with sandy beach, visitors can find non-stop action at Indiana Beach.

Many options, including camping and hotels are available for vacationers who are looking to stay overnight, whether to take in the scenery or take advantage of Indiana Beach’s 2 or 3-day passes.

Food vendors are conveniently located along the boardwalk, offering treats from tacos and corn dogs to dipping dots and elephant ears.

Operating Hours and Rates

Open early May through Early September, Indiana Beach’s operating hours vary. Entry onto the Boardwalk is free, and wristbands or tickets must be purchased for access to rides.

Information on current prices and promotions such as buy-one-get-one free, 2 or 3 day passes, and group rates can be found at Indiana Beach’s website.

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