The Zippin Pippin Roller Coaster at Bay Beach Amusement Park

Zippin Pippin Comes to Green Bay's Bay Amusement Park in May 2011

About the Zippin Pippin Roller Coaster

The Zippin Pippin, is one of the oldest existing wooden roller coasters in the United States. It was initially constructed in the former East End Park in Memphis, Tennessee in 1912 by John A. Miller and Harry Baker of National Amusement Devices. As the park declined in popularity, the coaster was dismantled and relocated adjacent to the horse track in Montgomery Park, now known as the Mid-South Fairgrounds.

Elvis Presley's Favorite Ride - The Zippin Pippin

In the 1970s, the city of Memphis made plans to build a theme park around the Pippin and the Grand Carousel, also on the grounds. Libertyland park opened in 1976. Renamed the Zippin Pippin, the coaster was reportedly Elvis Presley's favorite roller coaster. Elvis would rent the entire park just to ride it without fan interference. It is said just a week before his death, Elvis rented the park from 1 a.m. to 7 a.m. to entertain a small number of guests and he rode the Zippin Pippin for hours without stopping. On October 29, 2005, citing persistent loss of money, Libertyland closed its gates for good.

The Zippin Pippin Comes to Green Bay!

In March of 2010, The Green Bay City Council approved plans to purchase the Zippin Pippin. The Zippin Pippin has been built of all new materials. The purchase agreement includes the exclusive rights to the Zippin Pippin name, design configuration as well as all high value historic materials of the roller coaster. Green Bay officials have estimated that the Zippin Pippin would draw 200,000 visitors a year. To learn more about the Zippin Pippin visit their official website.

Zippin Pippin Roller Coaster Green Bay Lodging:

Stay at Clarion Hotel, your best choice in Downtown Green Bay Hotels!

Located on the Fox River in downtown Green Bay, and just 2.5 miles from Zippin Pippin Roller Coaster at Bay Beach Amusement Park, Clarion Hotel Green Bay is in the heart of Green Bay's Metropolitan area on Main Street off of I-43. Our Clarion Hotel is also just a short drive from many other area attractions such as Meyer Theatre, Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary and Lambeau Field just to name a few.

In addition to the friendly service you'll receive at the Clarion Green Bay Hotel, there are a host of other amenities such as our indoor pool, free high-speed wireless internet access in guest rooms and public spaces, and free parking.

Regardless of your choice of rooms, our dining areas, swimming pool, and our many custom tailored services will help make your visit to Green Bay more enjoyable.

Clarion Green Bay Hotel features:

For more Clarion Green Bay Hotel information, take a few minutes to review our website, especially facilities & services, Guestroom features, and our River Room Restaurant, River Pub and Coaches Corner Sports Bar & Grill.