Where Was Wally World Filmed in Vacation?

By Anna Duncan

Are you a fan of the 1983 comedy classic, ‘Vacation’? If yes, then you must be familiar with the iconic scene where Chevy Chase and his family finally reach their destination – Wally World.

But have you ever wondered where this famous amusement park was actually filmed? Let’s dive into the details.

The Location

Contrary to popular belief, Wally World is not a real amusement park. It was actually a fictitious location created for the movie. However, the filming location for Wally World was a real theme park called Six Flags Magic Mountain located in Valencia, California.

The Filming Process

During the filming process, several areas of Six Flags Magic Mountain were used to create the fictional Wally World. The exterior shots of the park’s entrance were filmed at the actual entrance of Six Flags Magic Mountain. The iconic roller coaster scene was filmed on Colossus – a wooden roller coaster that has now been replaced by Twisted Colossus.

The Security Gate Scene

The security gate scene where Clark Griswold (Chevy Chase) jumps out of his car to force his way into Wally World was filmed in an area that is now part of Six Flags Hurricane Harbor water park. The area used to be a parking lot and has since been transformed into a water attraction called Tornado.

The Log Ride Scene

The log ride scene where Clark and his son Rusty get stranded on top of the ride was filmed on what was then known as Jet Stream – a popular water ride at Six Flags Magic Mountain.

Conclusion

In conclusion, while Wally World may not be an actual place, its filming location at Six Flags Magic Mountain has become an iconic part of movie history. If you’re ever in Valencia, California, make sure to visit Six Flags Magic Mountain and relive the famous scenes from ‘Vacation’.