Roto Whip
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It is not known exactly when Roto Whip opened at Cedar Point.
In 1952, Cedar Point opened a new Kiddieland area featuring 10 rides. The new area was located to the left of the Coliseum, where the Sky Ride is today. Roto Whip was one of the rides located in that Kiddieland area. |
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In 1960, Kiddieland was relocated to the other side of the Coliseum, where Kiddy Kingdom is located today. Roto Whip was moved around this time.
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In 1970, Kiddieland was expanded to become the largest kids’ area in the world. During the expansion, the rides that were already in the area were slightly relocated so the section would look brand new. Roto Whip was then moved next to Krazy Kars.
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Roto Whip is a miniature whip ride built by the W.F. Mangels Company of Coney Island, New York. A few of these rides still remain today, including versions at Kennywood and Hersheypark in Pennsylvania.
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Roto Whip was relocated to its current location in 1986 to make room for Sir Rub-A-Dub’s Tubs.
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Roto Whip is located in Kiddy Kingdom, to the right of the Kiddy Kingdom Carousel. The ride is across from Sky Fighters.
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For decades, Roto Whip had a cover over the ride. This cover disappeared sometime in the 1990s.
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In 2019, a new canopy was built over the ride.
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In 1999, Cedar Point opened Camp Snoopy. As part of the new area, Peanuts 500 was introduced—a larger whip-style ride.
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Roto Whip Ride Facts:
Opened: Location: Kiddy Kingdom Manufacturer: W.F. Mangels Model: Mini Whip Cars: 8 |
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Ride Experience
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The entrance to Roto Whip is located on the back side of the ride, across from Sky Fighters.
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The line for Roto Whip is not usually very long. Riders are typically able to board within the next ride cycle.
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Riders are loaded into one of eight cars, with each car holding two riders. Riders are secured with a seatbelt.
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Roto Whip begins moving in a clockwise circle.
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Roto Whip moves at a fairly brisk speed, creating a fun thrill for its riders.
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Riders are whipped around as the ride moves, creating a gentle swinging motion that often causes laughter and giggles.
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Roto Whip is approximately a 2-minute ride.
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Guests enjoy riding Roto Whip, as it offers a fun and classic ride experience.
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Becoming a Classic
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Roto Whip has been operating at Cedar Point for many years.
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Guests have come to love Roto Whip over the years, and it has become a classic for many visitors. The ride has been enjoyed by multiple generations of guests at Cedar Point.
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Roto Whip is a very gentle ride, but it is one of the more exciting attractions in Kiddy Kingdom.
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Over the years, Cedar Point has become known for its major thrill rides like Millennium Force, Magnum XL-200, maXair, Power Tower, and many more. Those attractions are geared toward adults, while Roto Whip provides a fun, gentle thrill experience designed for kids.
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Riders must be able to walk independently and be under 54 inches tall to ride Roto Whip.
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Last Updated: 05/01/2026
Historical photos by: Cedar Point. Map by: Cedar Point. All other photos by: Jake Hamons
