Former and renamed attractions at Canada's Wonderland

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Since Paramount Canada's Wonderland, an amusement park located in Vaughan, Ontario, Canada, opened in 1981, a number of attractions (including rides, stores and restaurants) have been replaced, removed or renamed.

1 Former attractions
2 Former shows
3 Former restaurants and shops
4 Former entertainment productions
5 Renamed attractions, restaurants, and shops
6 External links

[edit] Former attractions

The Zumba Flume (1981-1994) a classic 'water log ride', was removed to make way for new rides. It was located where the current 'Top Gun' ride is situated.
Wonder Mountain Walkway (1981-1984) Prior to the construction of 'Thunder Run' visitors could walk a pathway that led to an observation deck on the top of the mountain. It was closed to make way for relocated mechanical equipment that was taken from the inside of the 'mountain' and placed in the public areas. The portion of the walkway which went behind Victoria Falls remained open for a number of years afterwards, being closed in the mid-1990's.
HotRock Raceway (1981-2002) was closed in 2002 due to difficulty in maintaining the ride and increasing downtime. As of 2005, nothing has replaced this ride, and it remains open for future development of Nickelodeon Central.
Bedrock Dock (1981-2002), a small boat ride, was removed in 2002 to make way for Scooby Doo's Haunted Mansion, as well as the ongoing removal of everything Flintstones-releated from the park.
Wipe Out (1992-2004) large near vertical waterslide known internally as the "70" for being 70 feet tall, was closed by the end of the 2004 season, however the slides remained in place as of August 2004.
Pipeline (1992-2003) a short criss-crossing covered waterslide, was removed to make way for Riptide Racer.
The Fury (1981-2003) It was removed at the end of the 2003 season to make way for Tomb Raider: The Ride.
The Great Whale of China (1981-2003) It was removed at the end of the 2003 season to make way for Tomb Raider: The Ride.
Bedrock Aquarium (1981-2003) Originally called "Saltwater Circus". This marine show tent was closed for 2003 when Nickelodeon Central replaced the northern section of Hanna Barbara Land. In 2002 it was renamed the "Bedrock Event Tent", but was shut down after the last of the Flintstones-themed elements were eliminated from the park. As of 2006, there are no seating benches and the aquatic facilities remain in a state of disrepair. Promotional character meets are still occasionally held under the tent.
Bayern's Curve (1981-2001), a 16 car attraction that ran in a circle many times, situated next to Wonder Mountain, closed in 2001. This ride was most famous for the massive horn as part of the set and the blast the horn sounded as the ride started. Klockwerks replaced Bayern's Curve, as it was moved 'across the street' to accommodate Shockwave.
Smurf Cave (1984-1992) A funhouse-like building that featured scenes of smurfs in their "natural" habitat.
Orbiter This ride, formerly known as Sol Loco, was closed down during the 2005 season due to ongoing maintenance problems and low ridership. This was re-opened as of mid-July in 2006.

[edit] Former shows

School of Rock (2005-2006), based on the 2003 Jack Black movie of the same name, featuring live music and dancing.
Hollywood's Stunt Spectacular (2006), an action show with explosions, weapons and vehicular stunts.

[edit] Former restaurants and shops

[edit] Former entertainment productions

[edit] Renamed attractions, restaurants, and shops

A number of rides and attractions have been renamed to correspond with area theme changes.

Spinovator in Medieval Faire was called Quixote's Kettles. It was renamed during the 1998 season.
Klockwerks in International Festival was originally called Klockwurker.
The Rage in Medieval Faire was called Viking's Rage. It was renamed during the 1998 season.
Nightmares in Medieval Faire was called Wilde Night Mares. It was renamed during the 1998 season.
The Orbiter in the Grand World Exposition of 1890 was called Sol Loco. It was re-named in 2000. This ride was re-opened in mid-2006.
Wild Beast in Medieval Faire was called The Wilde Beast. It was renamed during the 1998 season.
Dragon Fire in Medieval Faire was called The Dragon Fyre. It was renamed during the 1998 season.
Splash Island Waterways in Splashworks was called Scooby Splash Island. It was renamed during the 2003 season during the phase-out of Hanna-Barbara characters.
Thunder Run in the International Festival was called Blauer Enzian, and was located roughly where The Fly is currently located. It was moved into Wonder Mountain, extended, and renamed Thunder Run in 1986.
The Courtyard group catering facility in Med was called The King's Courtyarde. The date of the name change is unknown.
The Paramount Theatre in Medieval Faire was called The Canterbury Theatre. The date of the name change is unknown.
Jokey's Jalopies in Kidzville was originally called Wonder Tour.
Kidzville Station in Kidzville was originally called Scooby Choo.
Frequent Flyers in Kidzville was originally called Balloon Race.
Swan Lake in Hanna-Barbera Land was originally called Happy Landing.
The Backlot Cafe restaurant in the Grand World Exposition of 1890 was formerly called Southside Grill. Southside Grill was totally renovated in 2005 and was re-opened as The Backlot Cafe, featuring large screen TVs, gourmet food stations and an improved decor. As a result of the name change, the Wonderland staff cafeteria (which used to be called The Backlot Cafe) was renamed Oscar's.
Traveller's Roadside Cafe restaurant between the Vortex and White Water Canyon used to be Tucker's Roadside Cafe. The name was changed in 1997 to prevent confusion due the opening of the Tucker's Marketplace buffet restaurants across Ontario.
International Street Pizza Pizza used to be called Ristorante, an Italian-themed restaurant. Wonderland Food Services stopped serving its own pizza and Italian food after the introduction of Pizza Pizza into the park.
International Street Starbucks used to be La Cantina, a Mexican-themed restaurant. La Cantina closed down in 2005.
Arthur's Pizza Pizza used to be called Arthur's Pub & Grille. This restaurant stil features a licensed patio bar overlooking Arthur's Baye.
SuperStars Recording Studios were removed from the park between 2000 and 2005 due to removal of the concession from the park. The video studio in Expo was replaced with a Hot Press tee-shirt stand, and the audio recording studio in Alpen was renovated and replaced with a "Multi-Faith Space" prayer room.