Park Review- Kings Dominion
Day: Friday
Date: August 23, 2013
Weather: Scotland (Heavy Rain/Overcast)
Overall Rating: Good
Coaster Rating: Good
Flat Ride Rating: Good
Opinion: Visit if Nearby
Staff: Carrie and Kitsune
To say our day at Kings Dominion was "wet" would be an understatement. Two very heavy thunderstorms moved through during our day visit, which while it kept crowds very low also created a rather odd atmosphere to review in.
Kings Dominion is located in Doswell, Virginia. It's about a 20 minute ride from Richmond, VA and about an hour from Washington D.C. which gives the park a pretty prime spot. It began life as a 'Family Liesure Center" park and opened to the public in 1975 with 15 attractions. Much like it's sister park 'Kings Island' it too switched ownership more then once, the second time too Kings Entertainment Company in 1983 and later to Paramount Parks in 1993 which made the largest expansions to the park. As we all know, Cedar Fair bought the Paramount parks in 2006 and is the current owner. The park is now home to more then 60 rides, shows and attractions with 14 roller coasters and a large waterpark on property.
