Blair County’s Leap-the-Dips roller coaster is one of a kind, say fans of the 123-year-old wooden ride. “I heard it once said that it was like a rolling sofa, and I would have to agree with that,” ...

Rae Schroth submitted the above photo of Lakemont Park’s Leap-the-Dips from June 3, 2001. At left is a sign displayed at the park when the Leap-the-Dips was awarded a state historical marker in 200.

Cleaning up some confusion and rumors about the Lakemont Park property was a topic for Blair County commissioners on Thursday. The rides at historic Lakemont Park have not been in operation for a ...

Growing up in Altoona in the ’90s, Lakemont Park was a blast. Fun rides, great food, an arcade and a waterpark. What more could a boy want? Now, at 32, living in Hollidaysburg with my wife and our ...

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