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A Carousel for Missoula

Caras Park, Missoula, MT
Ranked #2 of 25 attractions in Missoula
4.5 of 5 stars 26 Reviews
Type: Amusement/ Theme Parks
Owner description: This beautiful carousel, completed in 1995, was the brainchild and vision of a local Missoula cabinet-maker, who carved much of the structure himself...... more » Owner description: This beautiful carousel, completed in 1995, was the brainchild and vision of a local Missoula cabinet-maker, who carved much of the structure himself and also trained an enthusiastic team of volunteers to assist in the project. « less
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Missoula, Montana
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

This places is a happy one. Adults fool no one in their excitement on the carved horses. The 11+ mph outer ring surprises a few of them. Lots of loving touches in the decorations to check out. More

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Missoula
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2012

The kids love it! Check out the artwork, very original and entertaining. Only complaints.....it is fast so hold in tight, especially if you get motion sick. The music also seems a bit loud at times. More

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Missoula, Montana
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2012

We dont have kids but lots of our friends like the centrally located spot. Theres a playground that kids ask to go to repeatedly. It seems safe, fun and a big community spot. More

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Salt Lake City
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2012
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The is a beautiful carousel and I highly recommend that more adults ride it. It is a very fast carousel which makes the ride very fun! There is also a game with rings that adds to the excitement. Overall, it is a must-visit and an amazing testament to volunteer work. More

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Modesto, California
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2012

Nice carousel and the kids love trying the dragon rings for a free ride! More

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Plano, Texas
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51 reviews 51 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 22, 2012

We went here on a Saturday afternoon there was a ton of kids which there should be bc it is a carousel! We had so much fun we rode on the outside horse and they have a great game where you have to get a black ring out of a dragons mouth so every time you go around in a... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 16, 2012

We are locals as the ponies, my two little girls love them. Hold on they are very fast! The staff is generally very nice, and best 75 cents you can spend. More

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Missoula, Montana
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 24, 2012

The carousel was built in Missoula the same year my husband and I were married - 1995. It's just beautiful and fun at any age! More

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montana
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed February 13, 2012

felt extremely ripped off, service poor, felt rushed,nothing to write home about when all is said and done. More

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missoula, mt
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 24, 2012

I am from Missoula, and still visit the Carousel on occasion. It is a must see for anyone with kids, or just to admire what a community can do when they work together. All of the horses and hundreds of individual carvings are hand made, by community volunteers. Can you believe that this carousel started as the dream of one... More

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