The Lost Island Campground has been a popular Waterloo getaway for years, hosting a large campground, lakeside, and waterpark. But now, it’s become possibly the biggest vacation destination in the Hawkeye State – opening a massive new amusement park in Iowa. The Lost Island Amusement Park debuted in the summer of 2022 for a shortened season without all of its rides open, but that was more than enough to let people get a thrilling glance at this new themed getaway. Based around a tropical island with five elemental realms, Lost Island is home to several thrilling roller coasters and one of the most innovative dark rides anywhere in the United States. As Lost Island prepares to open for its second season, you’ll definitely want to take this journey for yourself and brave the five realms!
The Lost Island has been home to a waterpark and campground for years, but this year visitors will be traveling to a whole new world.
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Welcome to Lost Island Theme Park, a 42-acre amusement park with a tropical adventure theme and some of Iowa’s most thrilling rides.
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The park is themed to five distinct realms - Spirit, Air, Water, Earth, and Fire - each with rides and a rich mythology.
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As you travel the park, you’ll find a collection of well-themed flat rides both family-friendly and thrilling - as well as some truly extreme experiences.
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The park is home to two world-class roller coasters, including the five-inversion Nopuko Air Coaster.
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Even more thrilling is the Earth realm’s Matugani Launch Coaster - the fastest roller coaster in the entire state.
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However, the signature attraction at Lost Island can be found in the Fire Realm inside a massive temple.
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Volkanu: Quest for the Golden Idol is an interactive dark ride fusing audio-animatronics with wild and crazy screen visuals.
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With the vehicle’s attached laser guns, you’ll battle an army of volcano beasts as you try to keep an enchanted artifact from falling into the wrong hands.
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Saving the world can certainly work up an appetite, so don’t miss the theme park’s signature mini-donuts - sure to become a cult favorite as Lost Island continues to gain momentum.
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Did you get to visit Lost Island in its inaugural season? Let us know about your visit to this new amusement park in Iowa, and tell us about your travel plans for 2023! To learn more, you can visit the official Lost Island website for all the details on the rides and entertainment. For another new Iowa attraction, why not visit this top-of-the-line art museum?
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Address: Lost Island Themepark, 2600 E Shaulis Rd, Waterloo, IA 50701, USA
