Kennywood · Operating
Whirlwind
Paratrooper · Lost Kennywood
Whirlwind operates at Kennywood among the park’s non-coaster attractions in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania.
At a glance
Key facts for Whirlwind.
Type
Thrill ride
Status
Operating
Subtype
Paratrooper
Land
Park
Specifications
Sourced stats for Whirlwind.
Ride profile
Thrill ride · Paratrooper
- family
Experience
Paratrooper
Specs source: kennywood.com
History
Sourced timeline and background for Whirlwind.
Timeline
Whirlwind operating
Background
Whirlwind remains part of Kennywood’s operating attractions inventory on the official park site.
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Sources & official links
We link out to parks, manufacturers, and the pages where facts and media come from.
- Whirlwind — official ride pagekennywood.com(opens in a new tab)
- Kennywood — official sitekennywood.com(opens in a new tab)
- Kennywood on Coaster AtlasPark page
- Full Kennywood rosterCoasters and other rides
- Hero photo (Kennywood · Official park / manufacturer media)Image license & attribution(opens in a new tab)
Learn more
Guides matched to this attraction type and park.
General park-visit tip
Planning a theme park day
Arrive with a short list, a break plan, and realistic walk times — especially at large regional parks.
General park-visit tip
What to bring on a park day
A short packing list that protects your phone, comfort, and ride time — without turning you into a walking luggage cart.
General park-visit tip
Multi-day park strategy
How to split a huge lineup across two days without burning out — or missing your must-rides.