Can You Still Visit Bedrock City? The Famous ‘Flintstones’ Theme Park Explained

The themed amusement park Bedrock City in Valle, Arizona, is on a short list of family hot spots that have recently been given a second life, courtesy of some unexpected new owners who are keeping the cartoon paradise alive. But what is the history of this prehistoric playground? Read on to find out more.

When The Flintstones debuted in 1960, it was an instant television hit for Hanna–Barbera. Presenting the story of a Stone Age family going about their daily business, Fred, Wilma, their daughter Pebbles, and friends Barney and Betty Rubble captured hearts of all ages and initiated what would become one of the longest-running franchises in animation history that now includes numerous TV shows, specials, and films, and a slew of character appearances in educational reels and on other programs. The show saw the kind of success that budding entrepreneurs Woody Speckels and his son Francis couldn’t ignore.