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New roller coaster highlights Hersheypark’s reopening on July 3

Mike Palm
By Mike Palm
1 Min Read June 15, 2020 | 6 years Ago
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After months of coronavirus precautions, Hersheypark is getting ready to reopen.

And when guests finally start visiting on July 3, they’ll be able to experience a new ride that’s billed as the park’s fastest, tallest and longest roller coaster.

Candymonium reaches 210 feet high with a max speed of 76 mph. The hypercoaster features seven camelback hills and a 123-degree hammerhead curve.

As part of the park’s reopening, new safety protocols have been rolled out:

• Face masks must be worn by all guests older than 2

• Touchless temperature screenings before guests can enter the park

• Practicing social distancing from other guests is encouraged

• Increased cleaning and sanitizing of high-touch areas

It’s recommended that park visitors purchase tickets in advance because guests without advanced reservations aren’t guaranteed admission. Season-pass holders and previous ticket purchasers need to reserve a date at the park’s website.

Click here for more details on the park’s protocols and ticket policy.

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Mike Palm is a TribLive digital producer who also writes music reviews and features. A Westmoreland County native, he joined the Trib in 2001, where he spent years on the sports copy desk, including serving as night sports editor. He has been with the multimedia staff since 2013. He can be reached at mpalm@triblive.com.

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