Adventure World Map and Brochure (1995)
Location: Largo, Maryland
Years Active: 1992 – 1998
Adventure World is the former name of a theme park located in the Woodmore CDP of Prince George’s County, Maryland, near Upper Marlboro, and in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. It is now called Six Flags America.
Founded as a wildlife center in 1973 by Ross Perot, ABC Television operated the park as a drive-through safari called The Largo Wildlife Preserve beginning in 1974 until its closure in 1978. The property was bought by Jim Fowler’s Wild Kingdom; thereafter the site was gradually converted from a wildlife preserve into a theme park named Wild World.
In 1992, the park was renamed Adventure World after being acquired by Premier Parks and ultimately was branded as the 10th Six Flags park when Premier Parks acquired Six Flags Inc. and adopted its name in 1999. The “America” in the park’s name was chosen due to the park’s proximity to the US capital.
Adventure World Map 1995
In 1995, Adventure World introduced a major new attraction with the debut of Mind Eraser on May 20. This ride was Vekoma’s first Suspended Looping Coaster (SLC), an inverted looping suspended coaster design. The addition of Mind Eraser marked a defining change for the park’s lineup that year, expanding its thrill ride offerings and establishing a new ride model that would later be installed in other parks.
FAQ
What was Six Flags Maryland called before?
Before becoming Six Flags America, the Maryland park was originally known as Wild World, and later renamed Adventure World in 1992. Six Flags acquired and rebranded it as Six Flags America in 1999. The park is located in Bowie, Maryland, near Washington, D.C.
What happened to Wild World MD?
Wild World in Maryland was rebranded over time. It became Adventure World in 1992 and was later acquired by Six Flags in 1999, becoming Six Flags America. The park still operates in Bowie, Maryland, with expanded attractions and modern roller coasters.
When did Adventure World become Six Flags?
Adventure World became Six Flags America in 1999 after being acquired by Six Flags, Inc. The rebranding introduced new themed areas, thrill rides, and expanded park operations, transforming the former local amusement park into a major regional destination.
Why are Six Flags in Maryland closing?
As of now, Six Flags America in Maryland is not permanently closing. Temporary closures may occur due to weather, maintenance, or off-season scheduling. Rumors about permanent shutdowns are unfounded. Guests should check the official Six Flags website for accurate operational updates.
