1976 Guide Map
There are no plans to refurbish or restore this classic 39 year old attraction. I’ve heard all the reasons, and yes, now that it’s been sitting for along time it is in disrepair and probably would cost a lot of money to restore. It was announced in early 2008 that the Monorail would not be returning, yet its 100% intact still. Some “insiders” insisted to me that it would all be dismantled by now, I guess they were wrong.
Let’s start with the closest station to the entrance. This is the Whitewater Lake Station and is just across the path from the Log Jammer and the Mooseburger Lodge. The tree growth has covered much of the building and the front has been fenced in, they seem to be storing or using lights in there.
The board-up job looks, well, not so good.
The more I see this style of architecture the more I like it.
The exit stairs could use some TLC. Nothing has been done since my 2008 visit, zero.
Next up is my favorite of the three stations, the Contempo Pavilion Station. Located just up the path from the board-walk games area, this station is not that far from the first station when you’re on the monorail, but it sure beats walking around the long way. The station has two path ways to access it, this one if from the side of the station.
This is such a pretty part of the park. It's quiet because its sort of in between active areas.
Once again zero maintenance since my 2008 visit.
These queue lines are begging for riders.
The front entrance, don’t guests wonder what this is for?
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The last station is the Four Winds Station, it’s about ¾ of the way up to the top of Samurai Summit. The station also has two path ways to access it, this one if from upper part of the summit.
This station was great because it really saved time and sore feet. This was a true Monorail transportation system, it worked, I know because I used it all the time!
The Four Winds Station loading area is actually in a tunnel, I always thought the stealthyness of this station was so cool.
Lamppost circa 1971.
The main entrance to the Four Wind Station is also begging for some guests.
The next few photos show the monorail beam as it traverses the park. You really would think more guests would ask “what’s that for?”
Near the Whitewater Lake Station I found this spur on the beam, this must be where the monorails are stored, let’s follow that spur shall we?
This may or may not have anything to do with the next two photos.
So there they are, complete 1971 Metro Monorails. The guy in the van didn’t even look at me!
Yes from a distance they look like they are ready to roll. The paint jobs have held up amazingly considering they probably haven’t even been washed in at least 5 years.
Theme Park Review held its “West Coast Bash” in March of this year and as part of there “bash” they got a tour of the “old and busted Metro Monorail boneyard!” I was hesitant to provide this link (link). Scroll about half way down and you'll see it has some amazing photos, way better than mine, you can even see the running gear (looks fixable to me).
This is such a pretty part of the park. It's quiet because its sort of in between active areas.
Once again zero maintenance since my 2008 visit.
These queue lines are begging for riders.
The front entrance, don’t guests wonder what this is for?
.JPG)
The last station is the Four Winds Station, it’s about ¾ of the way up to the top of Samurai Summit. The station also has two path ways to access it, this one if from upper part of the summit.
This station was great because it really saved time and sore feet. This was a true Monorail transportation system, it worked, I know because I used it all the time!
The Four Winds Station loading area is actually in a tunnel, I always thought the stealthyness of this station was so cool.
Lamppost circa 1971.
The main entrance to the Four Wind Station is also begging for some guests.
The next few photos show the monorail beam as it traverses the park. You really would think more guests would ask “what’s that for?”
Near the Whitewater Lake Station I found this spur on the beam, this must be where the monorails are stored, let’s follow that spur shall we?
This may or may not have anything to do with the next two photos.
So there they are, complete 1971 Metro Monorails. The guy in the van didn’t even look at me!
Yes from a distance they look like they are ready to roll. The paint jobs have held up amazingly considering they probably haven’t even been washed in at least 5 years.
Theme Park Review held its “West Coast Bash” in March of this year and as part of there “bash” they got a tour of the “old and busted Metro Monorail boneyard!” I was hesitant to provide this link (link). Scroll about half way down and you'll see it has some amazing photos, way better than mine, you can even see the running gear (looks fixable to me).
However, the publishers comments are a bit much to deal with “Yes, hi, this is the Metro. Now everyone sit down. Sitting? Good. Now listen up.... IT AIN'T GOING TO EVER F**KING RUN AGAIN!!! DEAL WITH IT!!! GET OVER IT!!! NOW STOP ASKING QUESTIONS!!! EAT MORE OVALTINE!!!!! Oh, I'm glad I've got that out of my system now....” I would almost bet Rob was directing those comments to me! Gee - thanks Rob.
So yes, I understand it’s not coming back, odd that it seems people get a thrill out of other people’s disappointment. Oh well, so far everything is still in place, maybe, just maybe, the folks at Magic Mountain will restore this gem or at least make use of the stations and the beams right-of-way.
So yes, I understand it’s not coming back, odd that it seems people get a thrill out of other people’s disappointment. Oh well, so far everything is still in place, maybe, just maybe, the folks at Magic Mountain will restore this gem or at least make use of the stations and the beams right-of-way.
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