The Stinging Legacy of Busch Gardens’ Scorpion: Park Perspectives

Update: 2024-08-26

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Busch Gardens Tampa Bay recently announced the impending closure of its oldest operating coaster: Scorpion.

Let’s take this opportunity to look back at the ride’s history, its legacy, and the reality of its closure.

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The Stinging Legacy of Busch Gardens’ Scorpion: Park Perspectives

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The Stinging Legacy of Busch Gardens’ Scorpion: Park Perspectives