WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. — Kennywood’s Log Jammer will be retired at the end of the 2017 summer season, the park announced Thursday.
[ PHOTOS: Kennywood's Log Jammer over the years ]
The popular ride, which has a 53-foot drop chute, debuted at Kennywood in 1975 as the park’s first million-dollar attraction. Its last day of operation will be Sunday.
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“It is a bittersweet decision, but one that in time will create some exciting opportunities for our guests,” Kennywood General Manager Jerome Gibas said in a news release. “While no final decisions have been made regarding what will replace the Log Jammer, Kennywood is committed to enhancing our guests’ experiences while preserving our signature balance of modern thrills and traditional family favorites.”