matthunterross

Awesome! Love that map!

Thank you! I just didn't remember Americana having a car ride like KI's old Les Taxis.

Coney Island, Americana, etc.? Note: These are from 1978. Thanks, Matt (If slideshow doesn't work, click here.)

You're right - sorry for the blanket statement. I guess I was quickly remembering the differences between Cedar Point and KI back in the 80s - how Cedar Point had more thrill rides but was less themed (and the lands less compartmentalized). And then how that mentality seems to be reflected in the current moves at KI - recently added coasters that have basically been plopped down without much thought to overall park themeing, or without consideration of adding/keeping areas where visitors can relax.

Yeah, I'd have to agree. KI of yesteryear really had it right - separating out lands and themes, and keeping a nice balance between thrill and slow moving rides. The one thing about Cedar Fair is that they seem to think thrill rides are the end all be all of the theme park experience, and they'll throw any ride anywhere. Les Taxis, for example, was a perfect attraction that the whole family could do together to take respite from the craziness of the day.

Just uploaded a bunch of photos from '83:

thanks guys

Hi all. I write a local blog, Cincinnati Revisited, and am starting to focus the content on conceptualization, architectural renderings, themed experiences, etc. - but on the historical side. One the things I'm trying to do is create a database of local theme park maps - especially Kings Island maps, but also Coney, Americana, etc. - which will tie in to future writeups. I've located some here for now. Missing KI map years: 1973-1983 1984 1986,1987 1990-1996 1997 (the official park map) 1998-1999 2001 2003 2006-2008 2010-2011 If you have access to hi-res scans or know of anyone or any place that I can locate the rest, please let me know! Thanks for your help in advance! Matt