Northwest's Largest Theme Park

The Northwest's largest theme park is Silverwood in North Idaho.

It's been open the past few weekends, but opens daily for the summer starting May 31st. The Victorian-themed park has something for all ages. There are a couple of massive wooden roller coasters for the big kids and adults, as well as a log ride and a drenching "rafting the rapids" ride. But for the little ones, there is plenty to do. There are a dozen or so carnival-style rides, like the ferris wheel, airplanes, bumper boats, even a mini-roller coaster (see photo above). Not to mention a classic carousel. My favorite ride is the steam train which circles the entire park, venturing into the woods during a 20-minute trip. Guess I'm getting old.

Silverwood also has a water park, called Boulder Beach, which is only a year old. There's no separate admission. You get both parks for the price of one. Boulder Beach opens for the summer on June 12th.