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[shavethewhales]

Are we sure part of the construction isn't for American plunge? They have some log boats and other things above the tunnel just sitting. And some of the construction looks like boat channels.

I asked a group of AP operators if they were improving/adding on to AP with that construction and one of the ladies said "Yes we are just" until she was cut off by another that said we know nothing about the construction. I said you may have slipped up and she smiled and nodded. Obviously I am probably being trolled and don't take any stock into that interaction. But the construction still looks boat ride-ish to me there and behind the waterfall.

That doesn't explain any of the footers that have been spotted though. Anyways just making conversation.

What you are probably seeing is the old Jim Owen's channels, which have been left there for decades. The water for AP actually circulates through these channels. Not sure why they never cut them off before now. Up until a few years ago I think some of the original props from Jim Owens were still back there along the old channel.

According to the latest MIG update, Swoosh seems to think the station will be located in the clearing right up in the middle of AP. I was hoping it would be pushed back a little more and that this area would be used for more stores/pathway connector/themeing/etc. It's going to feel odd with so many rides right on top of each other in this area all of a sudden.

For 20 years Wildfire, AP, and PK have been right next to each other and yet felt so far apart.

[rabidplatypus]

Yea I couldnt believe how close AP and PK are to each other. They feel like they are the length of the park apart, but seeing them next to each other with the trees cleared was quite shocking actually.

[djs263875]

I wonder if they open a new loop to go from PK dead end/observation area to entrance area of WF. That would help relieve some of the traffic jam at the bottom of Hugo's Hill St.

[rabidplatypus]

Man the lack of news is bumming me out. Dollywoods new ride is getting a teaser campaign and all sorts of new interesting pictures. I know the construction there is more exposed than SDC, but still. SDC isn't even trolling at this point. Everything is sealed shut right now.    *Sigh* I'm just an impatient person...

[shavethewhales]

That is definitely an indication that the larger part of this new expansion isn't coming until 2027. We know "something" is coming in 2026, but at this point I am guessing it is only the pathway connector and perhaps a new food stand or something else along it. If the new ride was coming, they'd be saying something by now. Announcements for next year should be coming in the next few weeks.

[mg]

I'm wondering about attendance and if that could be why it now appears to be for 2027.

The calendar was adjusted last week:
Adjusted Hours on These Fridays:
The park will have slightly earlier closing times on:
• Sept 12, 19, 26
• Oct 3
• Nov 21
• Dec 5, 12

Date Changes:
The park will now be closed on Sept 8, Oct 22, Nov 25, and Dec 17.

[legoerosion]

Honestly, with the resort opening in "late" 2026 I could see them deviate from their normal "ride open on opening day" and move the opening date to coincide with the resort's grand opening.

[Swoosh]

Too many moving parts.  Too many pots in the fire right now.  Personally I think this is a 2027 addition.  Supposedly there's something coming next season but this is not it.  No idea.  Also there's apparently something coming this season over by FITH but not a ride though.  I'm guessing something to enhance the theme over there.  Only thing I can think of is maybe a new Fireman's Cemetery? I think that's the only thing they didn't recreate for the new FITH

BEWARE there's lot of misinformation going around right now.  It's getting difficult to shift through everything.   Be careful what you share.  I've seen this before

[rabidplatypus]

Man I haven't seen any information period, much less misinformation lol.

[Preachin_Bill]

They are going to put in a coaster like Dollywood's Big Bear Mountain except maybe not as long, but a smooth family coaster.

Thunderation's days are numbered, unfortunately, but it is hard for them to maintain.

[jericho]

They are going to put in a coaster like Dollywood's Big Bear Mountain except maybe not as long, but a smooth family coaster.

Thunderation's days are numbered, unfortunately, but it is hard for them to maintain.

And you know this how?

[Preachin_Bill]

They are going to put in a coaster like Dollywood's Big Bear Mountain except maybe not as long, but a smooth family coaster.

Thunderation's days are numbered, unfortunately, but it is hard for them to maintain.

And you know this how?

Heard if from someone in the know.

[sdcfan88]

If it's for real getting scrapped now it's more than likely related to the worker that got killed as it could be part of the legal settlement to go ahead and retire the ride. When I was at Coaster Christmas previously the question was brought up by someone and it was said it wasn't going anywhere anytime soon despite parts of the ride being raffled off. Those plans might have changed since then.

[shavethewhales]

The fact that they straight up scrapped a train from TNT does imply that they aren't intending on keeping it much longer. Could go a few seasons more before they are ready to let it go though. It seems like they have a backlog of projects. Flooded Mine nearly bit the dust years ago, but other things took higher priority and it ended up getting more popular with guests again, so it has stuck around.

I have a feeling in the next 10 years or so TNT, FM, AP, Riverblast, and maybe even PK will get replaced.

[rabidplatypus]

I would doubt TNT goes anywhere soon. One train suits it just fine and the ride is the smoothest it's been since it was new. One of the best mine trains in the world.