Jolly Roger Amusement Park is one of four separate Jolly Roger parks in Ocean City, Maryland, with options ranging from a water park to rides on the pier. Knowing which location you’re visiting helps you sort out admission, attractions and parking before you go.
- Location: Jolly Roger at 30th Street is at 2901 Coastal Highway; Jolly Roger at the Pier is at 401 S Atlantic Ave.
- Park options: Splash Mountain, SpeedWorld, Jolly Roger at the Pier and Jolly Roger at 30th Street are separate parks.
- Tickets: The main amusement park has no entry charge, but rides are pay-as-you-go; Splash Mountain requires paid admission.
- Hours: Opening hours change as the season progresses, and parks operate weather permitting.
Know which Jolly Roger location you are visiting
Jolly Roger Amusement Parks operates four separate parks in Ocean City, and they are not all at the same address. The company describes its Ocean City operation as a tradition since 1964.
Splash Mountain and SpeedWorld are at 30th Street and Coastal Highway. Jolly Roger at the Pier is at 401 S Atlantic Ave, while Jolly Roger at 30th Street is at 2901 Coastal Highway. Jolly Roger Mini Golf is a separate offering, too.
Pick your location before you plan the rest of the visit: a water-park day at Splash Mountain has different admission arrangements from a stop at the Pier, where you can enter and stroll without an admission charge.
Rides and attractions to check
The attractions vary by location, so use the park name to narrow down what you want to do. Splash Mountain has 16 slides and attractions. SpeedWorld’s options include the Cyclone, a five-story cart coaster, and its Formula 1 track, the East Coast’s only one.
At Jolly Roger at the Pier, rides include the Looping Star, Kraken, Slingshot and Giant Wheel. The Ocean City Boardwalk at Night guide to rides, food and strolling covers more evening options in the city. For a separate activity at 30th Street, Mini Golf has two courses: Jungle Golf and Treasure Golf.
Ride restrictions can vary and may involve height, age, weight or size. Check each ride’s safety signage, or ask Guest Services at the Pier or 30th Street Park. The operator also advises guests with physical or mental disabilities and challenges to contact Guest Services there for ride-specific information, since some rides may be unsafe for certain limitations.
Tickets, dates and operating hours
Admission depends on which Jolly Roger park you choose: Jolly Roger Amusement Park has no entry charge and charges for rides individually, while Splash Mountain requires paid admission.
Splash Mountain admission prices depend on age, height and arrival time. Passport to Fun Cards and their points do not expire. Check the Park Hours Calendar for daily hours, since schedules change as the season progresses and parks are open weather permitting. Before you go, check the official site.
How do you get from Cabana Motel to Jolly Roger?
Walking from Cabana Motel rooms in Ocean City to Jolly Roger Amusement Park takes about 15 minutes. The main park is at 2901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842; the operator’s phone number is 410-289-3477.
Parking depends on the location. The 30th Street park has a dedicated free lot, while Jolly Roger at the Pier uses paid parking through Ocean City’s Inlet Parking Lot. The operator also describes more than 850 free parking spaces across four lots, with the largest called the Back Lot.
Practical details for your visit
You may bring your own food and beverages, including small coolers, to Jolly Roger parks. Glass and alcohol are not permitted.
If you’re planning a visit to the Pier, its rides and free entry let you make a stop without committing to paid admission. For a day at Splash Mountain, account for its paid admission and check the daily hours before leaving. For wider trip planning, how to get around Ocean City, Maryland covers local transport.
FAQs
Are Jolly Roger Amusement Park and Jolly Roger at the Pier the same location?
No. They are separate parks at different Ocean City addresses, with different attractions and admission arrangements.
Can you enter Jolly Roger at the Pier without paying?
Yes. You can enter and stroll without an admission charge; rides are separate attractions.
Can you bring food into Jolly Roger parks?
Yes. Your own food, beverages and small coolers are allowed, but glass and alcohol are not.
Does Jolly Roger operate in bad weather?
Parks are open weather permitting. Check the Park Hours Calendar for the day’s hours.