Rose Island, Historical amusement park in Charlestown, United States.
Located on a peninsula between Fourteen Mile Creek and the Ohio River, Rose Island features remnants of attractions including a swimming pool and footbridge foundations.
The park operated from 1923 until 1937, when a devastating flood submerged the facilities under ten feet of water, leading to its permanent closure.
During its operation, the park contained a dance hall, roller skating rink, and a small zoo with wolves, monkeys, and a black bear named Teddy Roosevelt.
Visitors can access the ruins through Charlestown State Park via Trail 3, which requires a twenty-minute walk from the nearest parking area.
The concrete swimming pool remains intact after decades of abandonment, standing as a testament to the engineering standards of the 1920s construction.
Location: Indiana
GPS coordinates: 38.43000,-85.61720
Latest update: May 10, 2025 12:22
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