Lagoon · Operating · 1966
Paratrooper
Paratrooper · North Midway · Frank Hrubetz & Company · 25 ft
Elevated spinning Paratrooper ride — a North Midway classic since the 1960s.
At a glance
Key facts for Paratrooper.
Type
Thrill ride
Status
Operating
Subtype
Paratrooper
Opened
1966
Height
25 ft
Manufacturer
Frank Hrubetz & Company
Land
Park
Specifications
Sourced stats for Paratrooper.
Ride profile
Thrill ride · Paratrooper
- flat
- paratrooper
Height
25 ft
Highlighted stat for Paratrooper
Spec sheet
Subtype
Paratrooper
Manufacturer
Frank Hrubetz & Company
Thrill level
Medium
Specs source: lagoonpark.com
History
Sourced timeline and background for Paratrooper.
Timeline
1966
Paratrooper opens
Opens in North Midway per Lagoon ride listing.
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Sources & official links
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- Paratrooper — official ride pagelagoonpark.com(opens in a new tab)
- Lagoon — official sitelagoonpark.com(opens in a new tab)
- Lagoon on Coaster AtlasPark page
- Full Lagoon rosterCoasters and other rides
- Hero photo (Lagoon · Official park / manufacturer media)Image license & attribution(opens in a new tab)
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Arrive with a short list, a break plan, and realistic walk times — especially at large regional parks.
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How to split a huge lineup across two days without burning out — or missing your must-rides.