Busch Gardens Tampa Bay just said goodbye to a piece of its history. After more than five decades of thrilling (and soaking) theme park guests, a beloved opening-day attraction has taken its final plunge.
In August, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay confirmed the permanent closure of Stanley Falls Flume Ride. The water ride was one of the park’s first amusement attractions, debuting in 1973 when the park expanded beyond its original roots as an animal park and botanical garden. For more than 50 years, it remained a staple for families looking to cool down in the Florida heat.
Last Splash for Stanley Falls Flume! 🌊
After more than 50 years of splashes, smiles, and summer memories, Stanley Falls Flume is taking its final plunge on September 7, 2025. As one of the original rides from the park’s opening in 1973, this classic has been a fan favorite for generations. Pass Members and Fun Card holders, this is your last chance to ride before we say goodbye and make way for an exciting new future attraction! Come relive the fun and help us celebrate a true Busch Gardens legend. 📸 Got a favorite Flume moment? Share your photos and stories using #StanleysLastSplash. We’d love to see them!
On Thursday, a second Facebook update confirmed that the ride’s retirement would “make way for an exciting new future attraction.” No details have been shared yet about what will replace the original water ride.
ICYMI– After more than 50 years of splashes, smiles, and summer memories, Stanley Falls Flume is taking its final plunge this Sunday, September 7. This is your last chance to ride before we say goodbye and make way for an exciting new future attraction! 🌊🎢
Come relive the fun and help us celebrate a true Busch Gardens legend. ☀️
Sunday, September 7, 2025, marked the very last day Stanley Falls Flume Ride operated. As of Monday, September 8, the attraction is officially closed, ending more than 52 years of Central Florida theme park history.
While longtime Busch Gardens fans will miss the log flume’s winding track and splashdown finale, the Tampa Bay theme park still boasts an impressive lineup of attractions. Congo River Rapids continues to offer splashy fun, while roller coasters like Iron Gwazi, Cheetah Hunt, and Montu keep thrill-seekers coming back for more.
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