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Haunted Castle Ride
Feeling brave?
Get ready for a spooky adventure as you spiral down into the dark dungeon deep below the Boardwalk. Watch out for the ghostly king, he isn’t that friendly towards visitors... In a hurry to leave? Don’t wake up the swamp monster guarding your escape!

Fun Facts!

The location of the Boardwalk’s new Haunted Castle has been home to a number of dark rides over the years, starting with Dante’s Inferno in 1931, followed by Laff-Land, Treasure Island, Pirates Cove, the Haunted House, and the first Haunted Castle.
The original Haunted Castle was in operation from 1973 – 2009.

The new Haunted Castle utilizes 10,000 square feet of new basement space below the Boardwalk

Some design elements including the whimsical clock, grave diggers, and giant black spider are nostalgic pieces carried over from the original Haunted Castle.

New trackage and ride conveyance were built by I. E. Park, in Italy.

New ride concept and overall design coordination performed by R&R
Amusement Designs of Anaheim, CA in collaboration with Boardwalk technical and facilities staff.
New scenic effects were produced by Duncan Designs of Santa Rosa, CA.

New animatronic and action pieces were developed by Sally Industries,
Jacksonville, FL



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