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Indiana Beach Amusement Resort

5224 East Indiana Beach Road, On Lake Shafer, Monticello, IN 47960
574-583-4141
Ranked #4 of 6 attractions in Monticello
3.0 of 5 stars 69 Reviews
Type: Water Parks, Amusement/ Theme Parks
Owner description: Today, Indiana Beach is home to six roller coasters. Of them, three are wooden roller coasters, including the world-famous Cornball Express, voted the...... more » Owner description: Today, Indiana Beach is home to six roller coasters. Of them, three are wooden roller coasters, including the world-famous Cornball Express, voted the #1 Wooden Coaster in the world by Theme Park Critic in 2002! In addition, Indiana Beach is home to Indiana's 1st custom steel coaster, Steel Hawg. Through all its new attractions, new slogans, and new guests, Indiana Beach never forgot its place as a classic facility filled with classic attractions. Whether it’s getting’ their fannies riding on a coaster, relaxing in the summer sun, or dancing & dining with family & friends, generations have enjoyed all that Indiana Beach has to offer including 0ver 100 accommodations. With plans for tomorrow blossoming every day, exciting changes every season, and a continued commitment to quality, there are no limits in sight for Indiana Beach’s future. From a cornfield that a horse and cart turned into a beach swimming area to the largest amusement & vacation playground in the state of Indiana, from its humble beginnings as Ideal Beach to its undying popularity in the hearts of guests of all ages and generations, Indiana Beach has come to represent that there truly is “more than corn in Indiana...” « less
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Frankfort, Illinois
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW
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While dated and shabby in spots, I have found the park to be overall clean, safe, and perfect fun for my family (son and his cousins all under 10 years old). Food and drinks are expensive but I still look forward to taco shoppe and burger chef (and of course elephant ears). The park does seem to be a bit... More

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Monticello, IN
1 review
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012
4
people found this review helpful

There are a lot of people who would like to tear IB apart at every chance they get. It's great for families, cheaper than Six Flags, you don't have to wait in line for the rides very long, there's a water park, a new zip line and the new owners have been trying to fix a lot of things without... More

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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012
2
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My 9 and 4 year old love coming here. Been a lot of changes over the years, but overall a great place to take a family. Definitely need to try the tacos! More

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Rensselaer, Indiana
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2012

NIce little amussment park. Alittle to pricey for what it is. I mean come o lets be serious it is no six flags but yet they try to charge just as much. I also wish that they would bring back the live entertainment aspect of it again. More

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Morris, Illinois
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4 reviews 4 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012
2
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I love it! You can be as relaxed as you want or you can be as busy as you want. The water park is great (and I am 72 years old). The water show is excellent. The rides are a barrel of fun. The whole area is fantastic. We have been going there for years and we can't wait for... More

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Danville, Illinois
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2012

This is okay, but kind of pricey for the older style rides. The water venue makes it worthwhile especially for kids under 12. More

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Twelve Mile, Indiana
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2012

What a great "small" amusement park. We love it and go every year at least one time during the summer. The water park is really great too. The only complaint I have is the prices of food there - it's outrageous so take a picnic lunch with you or leave and eat in town and come back. More

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loda, il
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2012

Always a good time..the rides and fudge are worth the price of admission alone... More

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Lafayette, Indiana
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 10, 2012

Fun for kids of all ages. I like the Shafer Queen, and the burritos, but feeding the Carp is the coolest! More

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Las Vegas, Nevada
Senior Contributor
35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed March 3, 2012

I grew up in Monitecllo area and frequently spent many a summer day at the Beach. We're taking 20+ yrs. ago. Even back then the rides (some, definitely not all) were ok, but were outdated and in serious need of new rides and updates. Now, I've heard it's just depressing. WAY overpriced for the rides, tickets, food, wristbands, ext. From... More

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