Post on 26-Dec-2021
Definitions Supervising Companion: An accompanying adult is
someone who meets all ride requirements themselves, is at least 14 years of age, and
demonstrates appropriate observed behavior. Most rides require ONE supervising companion
per child unless otherwise stated.
Non-Walking Infant: A child who is unable to walk to the ride independently or maintain independent seated postural control.
ADA Guidelines & Access: The Columbus Zoo and
Aquarium team members do not have the proper training to physically assist guests with
disabilities. Please attempt to enjoy our rides and attractions with someone who is aware of your
needs and can physically assist you when needed. Accessibility varies from ride to ride due to the
design and safety requirements of each individual attraction. All guests must meet the minimum
height requirement and all other ride requirements.
ADA Guide to Rides and Attractions
COLUMBUS ZOO AND AQUARIUM
RIDE SAFETY Under the Ohio Revised Code Section 1711.551 that riders must obey all warnings and directions regarding amusement park rides and behave in a manner that will not cause or contribute to injury
of themselves or others. Failure to comply is a misdemeanor. This includes people who behave
in an unruly fashion or give the indication of being under the influence of alcohol or chemical
intoxicants.
While all amusement attractions have associated risks, certain individuals are at an increased risk
for injury from these attractions. Carefully evaluate each attraction to determine if you or
members of your party can safely participate. We reserve the right to deny access to a ride or
attraction to anyone we feel may not be able to safely experience the ride or may be hazardous to
others.
The safety of our guests, animals and team members is the #1 priority at the Columbus Zoo
and Aquarium. Safety is a shared partnership between the park and our guests. Guests are
asked to carefully review and consider all ride and attraction restrictions using good judgment.
ALL INFORMATION HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
Contact Us COLUMBUSZOO.ORG
9990 RIVERSIDE DRIVE POWELL, OHIO 43065
1-800-MONKEYS
Rides and Attractions Height/Age Non-Walking Infants ADA Access Special Requirements 4D Theater N/A Yes Entrance Door 2, WC D⑧
African Express 36" or SC No Exit, T ①②3 Camel Ride 5 y/o or 2 y/o SC No Entrance, T, Step ①③⑦⑧
Columbus Zoo Train 52" or SC! Yes Exit, WC D⑧⑨ Condor Craze 44" No Exit, T ①②③⑥⑦⑧⑨275LB
Dinosaur Island Boat Ride 42" or SC No Entrance, WC D⑤⑧LB Dust Devil 48" or 36" w/SC! No Exit, T ①②③⑤⑦⑧⑨ Falcon Fall 42" No ADA Entrance Left Side, T ②③⑦⑧⑨⑩
Golden Frog Hopper 36" No Exit, T ①②③⑩LB Grand Carousel 42" or SC! Yes on a chariot Exit, WC D ① Jack's Tea Party 36" or SC! No Exit, T ①②③⑤⑦⑧⑨LB
Journey to Zanzibar 48" or 36" w/SC! No ADA Ramp Right Side, T ①②③④⑦⑧⑨LB Jungle River Falls 56" or 44" w/SC No Exit, T ①②③④⑦⑧⑨⑩LB Polar Playground Under 54" No N/A D(not on slides)
Pony Ride Less than 10 y/o Yes w/ SC Entrance, T ⑧ Safari Stampede 46" or 42" w/SC No Exit, Step, T ①②③⑤⑦⑧⑨
Sea Dragon 48" or 42" w/SC No Entrance, Step, T ①②③⑥⑦⑧⑨⑩ Shores Playpark
Yes N/A D
Stings, Wings, and Playthings Under 58" No N/A D(on lower level) Sugar Glider 42" No Exit, T ①②③⑦⑧⑨⑩
Swingin' Gibbons 36" No Exit, T ①②③⑦⑧⑨⑩165LB Tiny Tusks 36" or SC No Exit, T ①②③⑦⑧⑩LB
Legend SC Must have a Supervising Companion WC This ride can accommodate wheelchairs T Must transfer into a ride vehicle Step At least one step along access path LB Weight limit in place ! Supervising companions can accompany more than one child D Service animals permitted y/o Age Requirement (years old) ① Must have full upper body control ⑥ Forces from all sides ② Restraints in use ⑦ Do not ride if you’ve have heart, back, neck ailments or had recent surgery ③ Must have the ability to grasp ⑧ Do not ride if you have motion sickness ④ Front to back forces ⑨ Do not ride if you are or may be pregnant ⑤ Side to side forces ⑩ Do not ride if you are afraid of heights