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If you accidentally stumble upon an abandoned park, would you choose to flee from the haunted place, or would you continue your adventurous journey? Amusement parks are often associated with cheerful images and the lively laughter of children. However, there are still parks around the world that no one dares to visit. The desolate spaces and crumbling structures, left untouched for years, send shivers down the spines of many. Join Mytour in testing your courage with 10 abandoned parks right now!
1. Joyland Abandoned Park, USA
Few people know that the abandoned park Joyland was once the largest amusement park in central Kansas. It was most famous for its wooden roller coaster, which was a favorite among visitors.
The amusement park, owned by a family in Wichita, Kansas, USA, ceased operations for 55 long years due to financial difficulties. In 2004, Joyland officially closed its doors indefinitely.
The dark, eerie atmosphere of Joyland terrifies many (Image source: Collected)
However, within just two years, Joyland reopened but was forced to close again. Since then, the park has been repeatedly vandalized and broken into. Walls and signs atop the roller coaster were stolen. Even administrative offices were destroyed in August 2012. Later, a maintenance building on the premises was completely burned down. Gradually, Joyland became a desolate park, exuding an indescribably eerie and chilling vibe.
2. Six Flags New Orleans, USA
Similar to Joyland, Six Flags New Orleans was once the premier amusement park in Louisiana. In August 2005, Hurricane Katrina submerged the entire park in floodwaters. This situation persisted for over a decade and continues to this day. Now, the site has completely transformed into an abandoned park, shrouded in a gloomy, eerie atmosphere with no signs of life.
Hurricane Katrina stripped away all the joy and liveliness of what was once a top amusement park (Image source: Collected)
3. New Jersey Animal Park, USA
The New Jersey Animal Park, owned by Warner Brothers, officially opened in the summer of 1972. Visitors could drive along designated roads and observe wild animals roaming freely.
In 1976, the park was permanently closed due to internal issues. Reports indicate that some dangerous animals escaped to West Milford. Subsequently, they attacked and injured several visitors. Some animals fell ill and died shortly after.
The remnants of the New Jersey Animal Park (Image source: Collected)
Later, the park was shut down as it couldn't compete with the massive Great Adventure amusement park. After many years, the New Jersey Animal Park was completely abandoned. However, the buildings remained. As a result, investors redeveloped the area for public use, such as creating walking and cycling paths. Yet, traces of the abandoned park still linger, though not as prominently as before.
4. Spreepark, Germany
Spreepark, located in East Germany, began operations in 1969. In 2001, the park was forced to close due to financial struggles and a significant drop in revenue.
Surprisingly, the park has become a unique destination for those fascinated by eerie and mysterious ruins. Upon entering, you’ll feel an unsettling, chilling atmosphere that sends shivers down your spine. Just a few years later, the entire park was engulfed in flames due to a massive fire.
Spreepark now stands as a gloomy, isolated relic amidst a bustling urban landscape (Image source: Collected)
5. Pripyat Amusement Park, Ukraine
When it comes to sheer eeriness, Pripyat Amusement Park stands out as the most terrifying abandoned park, leaving many in horror. It is arguably one of the shortest-lived amusement parks in history.
Originally scheduled to open on May 1, Pripyat unexpectedly opened earlier on April 27, 1986. Shortly after, the Chernobyl nuclear disaster struck, heavily impacting the park and turning it into a wasteland. According to some reports, the park remained open for a few hours to entertain residents before the official evacuation announcement.
The nuclear disaster at Pripyat Park has become an endless source of inspiration for horror films (Image source: Collected)
Despite the high radiation levels at Pripyat Park, which are considered life-threatening, some still risk visiting to take photos. Reports suggest that a few decorative items remain intact, adding to the eerie atmosphere.
Over three decades later, the abandoned park Pripyat has become a mysterious and spine-chilling place. This is why it serves as a unique setting for the horror film Chernobyl Diaries and several famous horror video games.
6. Gulliver’s Kingdom, Japan
Gulliver’s Kingdom opened in 1997 near the Aokigahara forest at the northwest base of Mount Fuji. The park’s entire architecture was inspired by the novel Gulliver’s Travels. However, just four years later, it was forced to close due to poor business and a lack of visitors.
Moreover, Gulliver’s Kingdom is located near the infamous “suicide forest” and the former headquarters of the extremist cult Aum Shinrikyo. These factors contributed to the park’s tragic fate, turning it into a cold and dark abandoned park.
The giant statue that once symbolized the park (Image source: Collected)
7. Takakanonuma Greenland Park, Japan
Takakanonuma Greenland Park has instilled fear in visitors for decades. It is one of the most bizarre and eerie parks in Fukushima, Japan.
Takakanonuma Greenland Park closed just two years after opening (from 1973 to 1975). It reopened in 1986 but only operated until 1999. The decline in revenue and inability to compete with other amusement parks at the time led to its closure. Additionally, a more chilling reason was the high number of fatalities among visitors.
Takakanonuma Greenland Park is a place no one wants to visit even once (Image source: Collected)
To this day, Takakanonuma Greenland Park remains shrouded in thick fog, overgrown with moss, and its equipment has decayed over time. As a result, it has earned the title of the “most terrifying abandoned park in Japan.”
8. Okpo Land, South Korea
Okpo Land was once one of South Korea’s most famous outdoor amusement parks, offering thrilling and adventurous rides. However, accidents on the duck boat rides in 1990 and 1999 resulted in two deaths and several injuries. Following these incidents, the park saw a sharp decline in visitors and eventually became an abandoned park, remaining so to this day. Okpo Land has instilled countless horrors in the hearts of South Koreans.
The unsolved mystery of the duck boat ride at Okpo Park (Image source: Collected)
Above are 8 famous abandoned parks around the world. These parks not only send chills down your spine but also leave a haunting impression in the memories of many. If you’re interested in booking a budget travel tour with Mytour, please contact the hotline028 3827 0404 for free consultation!
