New Drop Floor Waterslide Debuts At Pittsburgh’s Sandcastle Waterpark
Bombs Away, Pittsburgh’s all-new, thrilling waterslide, officially dropped into action today at Sandcastle Waterpark.
Bombs Away, Sandcastle’s new high altitude, free-fall body slide, sees riders step into an enclosed launch capsule while taking in serene views from the park’s highest point. As the countdown hits zero, the floor suddenly vanishes, propelling riders at a jaw-dropping 26 feet per second.
Family and friends can watch this high-thrill experience as riders soar through 300 feet of translucent, soaking, splashing fun. Located on the same tower as the infamous Lighting Express, Bombs Away promises to deliver an equally thrilling experience!
Still wondering just how this works? Watch the video below to see what it’s like inside the capsule!
“Bombs Away is the big thrill Sandcastle guests have been seeking,” says Assistant General Manager Ricky Spicuzza. “This slide is the explosive exclamation point to our park enhancement efforts that have created a better, brighter, and fresher than ever Sandcastle experience.”
The holiday weekend also kicks off the second annual ‘Jammin’ July’ at Sandcastle during which local musicians will play for guests at the famed Mushroom Pool. The free concert series features local entertainment headlining Pittsburgh’s most unique concert venue right along the Monongahela River every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday throughout the month. Here’s a look at the upcoming schedule of entertainers:
Minutes from Kennywood, Sandcastle is Pittsburgh’s Hometown Waterpark. Set along the Monongahela River and beautiful wooded hillside, Sandcastle boasts sixteen waterslides, two full-sized pools, Lazy River, and two children’s areas that guests of all ages can enjoy all summer long.
Bombs Away is part of Sandcastle’s massive, multi-million dollar improvement plan for the biggest series of single-season updates in park history.
Tickets are currently Buy Three, Get One free, offering a savings of $60! For more information, visit the official Sandcastle website by clicking here.
