Kings Dominion

Kings Dominion
Previously known as Paramount's Kings Dominion, 1993–2006
LocationDoswell, Virginia, U.S.
Coordinates37°50′24″N 77°26′42″W / 37.840°N 77.445°W / 37.840; -77.445
StatusOperating
OpenedMay 3, 1975 (1975-05-03)
OwnerSix Flags
General managerJennifer Schofield
Operating seasonMarch through Early November
Area280 acres (1.1 km2)
Attractions
Total44
Roller coasters13
Water rides2
Websitekingsdominion.com
Kings Dominion
Location in the United States
Kings Dominion
Location in Virginia

Kings Dominion is an amusement park in Doswell, Virginia, United States, twenty miles (30 km) north of Richmond and 75 miles (120 km) south of Washington, D.C. Owned and operated by Six Flags, the 280-acre (1.1 km2) park opened to the public on May 3, 1975, featuring over 60 rides, shows and attractions including 13 roller coasters and a 20-acre (8.1 ha) water park. Its name is derived from its sister park, Kings Island near Cincinnati, and the nickname for the Commonwealth of Virginia, "Old Dominion."