Family Rides

Step back in time as you motor through the Frontiertown in one of our kid-size 1910 Cadillac touring car replicas. The quarter-mile journey is a memorable trip, no matter who does the driving.
Height Requirement: 48" or accompanied by a responsible person.

Up, up and away you go on a colorful spin in a big balloon – you’re riding the Balloon Race. You can even grab the wheel and control how fast your balloon spins.
Height Requirement: 42" or accompanied by a responsible person.

Nothing like a drive in the park on a beautiful day, in a scaled-down replica of a 1910 Cadillac touring car. Anyone can take the wheel and enjoy a relaxing and scenic quarter-mile ride.
Height Requirement: 48" or accompanied by a responsible person.

Gather the gang and grab a seat on the big yellow bus that practically flies! The Camp Bus travels high above the ground, taking passengers on an exciting journey that takes you to the smiles.
Height Requirement: 42

Traveling over two miles of memory-laden track, the C.P. & L.E. Railroad has been chugging its way around the Cedar Point peninsula for nearly 50 years! Climb aboard these authentic steam-powered trains and settle in for a scenic ride you’ll remember for a lifetime.

Stations located on the Iron Dragon Midway and in Frontiertown.
Height Requirement: 46" or accompanied by a responsible person.

For a little friendly competition, challenge the Flying Ace Balloon Race. Fly high in your own spin-it-yourself balloon!
Height Requirement: 42" or accompanied by a responsible person.

Everything about this wheel is giant: it’s one of the largest Ferris wheels in North America. Ride one of 36 passenger cabins and travel 136 feet in the air, where you can see the whole park. And if it’s nighttime, the whole park can see you, because the Giant Wheel has more lights than any other ride at Cedar Point.
Height Requirement: 48" or accompanied by a responsible person.

For many families, this is the perfect first ride at Cedar Point. A beautiful menagerie carrousel, it features 52 animals, including rabbits, bears, ostriches, lions, tigers and donkeys, as well as horses, plus two grand chariots. The Armored Horse was even used on a 1988 U.S. stamp. This 1925 William H. Dentzel antique carrousel is a favorite for all ages!
Height Requirement: 46" or accompanied by a responsible person.

Look for the lollipops and you’ll find the swinging, spinning thrills. A kid-size version of Cedar Point’s Wave Swinger, the Lolli Swing is fun for both kids and their parents.
Height Requirement: 42" or accompanied by a responsible person.

Featuring 60 beautifully-painted horses and chariots, the Midway Carrousel takes you on a trip through Cedar Point’s history. One of the few Daniel Muller carrousels in existence today, this signature ride has been entertaining Cedar Point guests since the 1940s.
Height Requirement: 46" or accompanied by a responsible person.

VROOOM with a view, of Camp Snoopy! The Peanuts 500 revs up the fun with a stock car look and feel, and it’s just the right size for you and your little racers.
Height Requirement: 42" or accompanied by a responsible person.

Off we go, off the road! The Peanuts Road Rally features 4x4 trucks that look like the real thing. Everybody in the family can get on and travel a track that’s full of curves.
Height Requirement: 42" or accompanied by a responsible person.

Everyone loves the big splash of Cedar Point’s famous Thunder Canyon ride. Well, here’s one that the right size for the littlest park-goers. The whole family can ride together in a mini-raft that floats through a twisty water course where nobody gets wet!
Height Requirement: 42" Guests between 42" and 54" must be accompanied by a responsible person.

The best way to get from here to there, and enjoy a great view of Cedar Point rides, landscaping and attractions along the way. The Sky Ride glides 92 feet in the air over the Main Midway. You’ll travel in your own personal gondola for more than a half-mile toward even more Cedar Point excitement!
Height Requirement: 48" or accompanied by a responsible person.

This is a deep sea dive like no other, because it happens up in the air! Snoopy’s Deep Sea Divers takes the whole family “under the sea” in a fun-filled submarine ride that offers views of Planet Snoopy from above!
Height Requirement: 42

Everyone can climb aboard this colorful train just the right size for youngsters and their families. You’ll journey through Planet Snoopy, close enough to wave to friends along the way!
Height Requirement: 36" or accompanied by a responsible person.

Up, up, up…the Space Spiral lifts the whole family 285 feet above Cedar Point in a rotating cabin that lets you comfortably take in spectacular views of the park, Lake Erie, and the surrounding area.
Height Requirement: 46" or accompanied by a responsible person.

Hang on tight and enjoy the spin! The Tilt-a-Whirl is a classic ride that moves every which way, tickling your tummy and taking you straight to the fun.
Height Requirement: 46" or accompanied by a responsible person.

Get behind the wheel of a sporty little number as you motor along the scenic turnpike track, taking you past rides like Raptor, Calypso, and the Cadillac Cars.
Height Requirement: 48" or accompanied by a responsible person.

Spin, spin and spin some more! Parents and kids can climb into their own "bird's nest" for an unforgettable ride. Plus, use your muscle power to spin your nest 'round and 'round!
Height Requirement: 42" or accompanied by a responsible person.

Grab the wheel of your own rugged 4 x 4 and power around the curves on our tiny track. Riders must be shorter than 54" tall to ride. Located in Kiddy Kingdom.
Height Requirement: No Min. Height Requirement. Guests taller than 54" must be accompanied by a child.