Lakeside Amusement Park

Stepping into Lakeside Amusement Park feels like entering a living time capsule of mid-twentieth-century Americana, where the glow of classic neon lights reflects beautifully off Lake Rhoda. Known affectionately by locals as the ‘White City,’ this historic gem preserves a rare, unvarnished charm defined by its striking Art Deco architecture and a treasure trove of vintage flat rides. The crown jewel of the park is the Cyclone, a legendary 1940 Edward Vettel wooden roller coaster that delivers a wild, rumbling ride through the Colorado night. With its laid-back atmosphere and preservationist spirit, Lakeside offers an increasingly rare, authentic slice of traditional amusement park history.