Then & Now: Wild Mouse

Photo: Ric Turner

"New Wilder" Wild Mouse, 1989

Photo: Rick Sanders

Wild Mouse, 2007

Even though, these photos were not taken from the exact same location, it's easy to see how much taller the new Wild Mouse is. Still, those who rode the old Mouse remember how much wilder it was.

This area of the park has undergone dramatic changes over the last 20 years. The top photo shows the New Wilder Wild Mouse in its last season. The area to the side and behind the coaster were not accesible to guests. The entrance was at the front of the ride. This area was opened up in 1998 when the new steel Wild Mouse was installed with the entrance in back. Soon, Cliffhanger and The Spider were added. This season, long lines have formed down this pathway for Wicked.

Read more about the Wild Mouse and the original wooden version at The Farmington Star.