Dollywood Discussion Thread

[Intimidator305Challenge me at Donkey Kong...I dare ya!]

If traffic seems rather heavy when entering Sevierville, I suggest taking Veterans Blvd. to the park to bypass all the Parkway traffic in southern Sevierville and Pigeon Forge.

[ernierockerWhy do I still have a donkey title???]

Bump since I'm going tomorrow. Do you think I'll hit any traffic going in tomorrow at 230-3ish?

Are you heading straight to the park at that time, or are you going to a hotel. If so, where is the hotel located? If you are going straight to the park, by all means take Veterans Blvd. They have recently widened much of the parkway between Kodak (Exit 407) and Sevierville, so that should help traffic.

[thrillerman1Can you see the donkey in my toast?]

Does anyone know if the zip line is open or is planned to be open by August?

[ernierockerWhy do I still have a donkey title???]

^I haven't heard anything yet. Maybe tntornadox would know?

[slappybobMacaroni and Donkey]

I was at the park last week and the zip line is now open the price went down from its original price down to $30

[thrillerman1Can you see the donkey in my toast?]

^Awesome. Thanks for confirming! The DW website has the zip line listed as open, but I just wanted to double check since the skirmish went down to see if the website info was up to date.

[ernierockerWhy do I still have a donkey title???]

Cool! I'm interested to see how they have reconfigured the entrance and the path up to the first platform.

[slappybobMacaroni and Donkey]

So has anybody seen any other clues for the Splash Country expansion?

[CoasterLoverBeware of the Magic Donkey at Lotte World!]

Dollywood's Splash Country Announces Tennessee's First Water Coaster for 2013
RiverRush Combines Thrills of a Land Coaster with the Sensation of Rushing Rapids

http://dw.dollywood.com/riverrush/

Dollywood's Splash Country Announces Tennessee's First Water Coaster for 2013
RiverRush Combines Thrills of a Land Coaster with the Sensation of Rushing Rapids

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn., Jun 16, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Adding a second history-making coaster to The Dollywood Company's roster, Dollywood's Splash Country announces RiverRush, Tennessee's first water coaster, set to open in May 2013.

"At Dollywood, we made history with Wild Eagle, the country's first wing coaster, so I thought, why not do it again at Dollywood's Splash Country with my new RiverRush water coaster," Dolly Parton said. "You know me. I love making a big splash, and RiverRush is all that and a whole lot more!"

"RiverRush is a product of the next generation of water coasters, and we are thrilled that Dollywood's Splash Country will be home to Tennessee's first and only water coaster for families to enjoy," said Amy Owenby, Vice President of Waterparks.

A hydromagnetic coaster, RiverRush combines all of the powerful climbs, plunging drops, thrilling twists, and tight turns of a traditional land coaster with the waterpark's calling card -- water -- for the very latest in waterpark experiences.

Initially propelled by a high-speed conveyor belt, RiverRush's four-person toboggan-style boats climb 237 feet in preparation of a plunging 25-foot, 45-degree drop. Standing four stories tall, RiverRush's tube track takes riders past the trees as it navigates three additional drops powered by linear induction motors. What follows is a thrilling combination of multiple hairpin turns and dark tunnels, all accompanied by rushing water. The track covers more than an acre in a newly developed area near the park's Big Bear Plunge white water rafting inspired slide.

In length, RiverRush's track will measure 1,175 feet, just one foot less than New York City's tallest building, One World Trade Center, dubbed Freedom Tower, which will stand 1,176 feet upon completion.

About Dollywood's Splash Country: Located adjacent to Dollywood theme park, Dollywood's Splash Country is a 35-acre water adventure park located in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. Named America's Must-See Waterpark by the International Association of Amusement Parks & Attractions, Dollywood's Splash Country operates from Memorial Day to Labor Day and features 23 water slides, a wave pool, lazy river, leisure pool and two interactive children's play areas. For more information, visit http://www.Dollywood.com .

Media: Contact Dollywood Public Relations Manager Pete Owens at 865-428-9486, 865-755-7972 or by email at powens@dollywood.com for B-roll, photography and more information. Check the Dollywood Press Room at http://www.dollywood.com/dollywood-q10214-c1-Press_Room.aspx for updates and new images.

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[alpengeist04Why do I still have a donkey title???]

Dollywood's Splash Country Announces Tennessee's First Water Coaster for 2013

I figured as much. It should definitely be a great addition to the water park.