Family-Friendly Attractions
Not Too Wild. Not Too Tame.
Family Oriented. These Adventure Park rides and attractions are perfect for every member of the family. Whether you’re a tot, a teen or all grown up, you can share experiences together as a group and make memories to last a lifetime. These rides and activities are fun and engaging for all ages.
- For amazing views, board the Mine Wheel, a Ferris wheel style ride.
- The Wild West Express is a gentle mini roller coaster with just the right amount of ups and downs.
- Get your game on and hit your target in the Laser Tag Arena.
- Feel like you’re in the movie, not just watching it, at our 4D Theater.
Rides can be closed due to maintenance or weather. Check our rides and attractions status to see that your favorite rides are open. Family-friendly rides and attractions are part of the mountaintop fun at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park.
Family Friendly Thrills
Ride included with Funday Ticket
May to October
Mid-Nov to Feb
March to April, weather permitting
Front rider is shorter than the driver
38″ minimum height, at least 3 years old
54" minimum height to ride alone
Max combined weight 330lbs
Our first ride installed at Glenwood Caverns and remains our guest’s most favorite ride. Don’t miss it!
Family Friendly
Ride included with Funday Ticket
May to October
May to October
The theater’s high-definition screen surrounds the audience, putting them right in the heart of the action of our four different movies. Seats rumble and tilt in sync with the on-screen movements, while bursts of air, mists of water, and other tactile elements heighten the realism.Â
Family Friendly
Ride included with Funday Ticket
May to October
May to October
 This Laser Tag experience is a thrilling and unforgettable Old West themed activity that the whole family can enjoy together. The high-tech laser tag arena provides an adrenaline-fueled adventure like no other.
Little Feet Playland
Ride included with Funday Ticket
May to October
Not quite tall enough for the roller coasters? Little Feet Playland is the perfect place for our youngest guests to play, explore, and let their imaginations soar! This brand-new, nature-themed play area is designed just for kids who aren’t ready for the big thrills but still want a big day of fun. It’s safe, engaging, and sized just right—giving little ones their own kind of mountain-top magic while the big kids ride the coasters. Weather Permitting.
Family Friendly
Ride included with Funday Ticket
May to October
Guests are invited to seek out the trolls’ hidden homes throughout the park. The trolls seem to delight in the presence of human visitors by extending a gnarled hand in greeting. Great for family photo ops! Weather Permitting.
Family Friendly
Ride included with Funday Ticket
May to October
The Glenwood Caverns’ Wild West Express is a thrilling kid-friendly roller coaster that takes young adventurers on winding track with dips, mimicking the unpredictable paths forged by early pioneers and cowboys. Closed for the Winter Season.
Family Friendly
Ride included with Funday Ticket
May to October
The Giddy Up Ride is the perfect example of a fun ride that will have your little ones excited to come back for more. On the Giddy Up ride, kids and family members will bounce up and down, going on a little ride as they bounce up and down in the air. Closed for the Winter Season.
Family Friendly
Ride included with Funday Ticket
May to October
From the region’s storied mining history, the themed Ferris wheel’s open-air design allows you to fully immerse yourself in your surroundings as you gaze out at the majestic mountain views. Closed for the Winter Season.
November 22nd, 2025 -
January 4, 2026
Celebrate the season at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park’s Winter on the Mountain! Ride the scenic gondola to a glowing mountaintop wonderland filled with twinkling lights, festive décor, and holiday cheer. Enjoy thrilling rides like the Alpine Coaster, dazzling light displays, and live entertainment. Meet Santa on select Saturdays and experience the magic of the Plaza Music & Light Show every half hour starting at 5:30 p.m. With cave tours, music, and family fun all season long, Winter on the Mountain is where holiday memories shine brightest.
Tickets
Begin your family’s adventure today with our wide range of ticket options!
