Busch Gardens Tampa Bay has confirmed some sad news for theme parkgoers.First opened as a brewery tour and hospitality center, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay has evolved into one of Florida’s most distinctive theme parks. Known for its blend of world-class thrill rides and expansive zoological exhibits, the park combines attractions like Iron Gwazi — the tallest hybrid coaster in North America — with habitats housing more than 200 animal species across its African-themed landscapes.Credit: Busch Gardens Tampa BayThe park has faced some controversy in recent months, having been forced to close a quick-service dining location when a public health and safety inspection revealed alarming conditions inside the restaurant. This detailed a range of concerning issues, including the presence of roaches and other insects inside the kitchen and dining areas.It’s also faced its fair share of financial struggles, with the park accused of failing to pay $3.1 million to its contractors.Regardless, the park remains popular with the Sunshine State’s most passionate theme park fans. While the likes of Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando Resort may often hog the spotlight (especially during periods of such huge change, such as the opening of Epic Universe and the new Tropical Americas, Cars Land, a Monsters, Inc. land, and a Disney Villains area), it’s tough to rival Busch Gardens when it comes to adrenaline.SheiKra pioneered North America’s first dive coaster with a 200-foot, 90-degree plunge, while Montu remains one of the world’s tallest and longest inverted coasters. Kumba delivers seven intense inversions, and Cheetah Hunt races guests across 4,400 feet of track with triple launches and sweeping views of the park.Credit: Busch Gardens Tampa BayHowever, just like any other theme park, Busch Gardens has adjusted its attraction lineup plenty in the past in order to keep things fresh. Last year, the theme park permanently shuttered Scorpion, its oldest operating roller coaster at the time.Busch Gardens Confirms A Permanent ClosureNow, Busch Gardens has confirmed the closure of another longtime favorite: Stanley Falls.The park shared the following notice on its website:After more than 50 years of splashes, smiles, and summer memories, Stanley Falls Flume® is taking its final plunge on September 7, 2025. As one of the original rides from the park’s opening in 1973, this classic has been a fan favorite for generations. This is your last chance to ride before we say goodbye and make way for an exciting new future attraction! Come relive the fun and help us celebrate a true Busch Gardens legend.Stanley Falls is, as the name suggests, one of the park’s water rides. The log flume originally had a spillwater drop, but this was removed at some point during its run.Credit: Busch GardensInterestingly, much like Scorpion, the news of Stanley Falls’ closure comes relatively last minute. In the case of Scorpion, fans pushed back against the brief window with which they were allowed the chance to say goodbye, with Busch Gardens eventually delaying its closure by several days. On the day of its closure, fans were left disappointed when inclement weather permanently closed Scorpion earlier than initially announced.Busch Gardens has yet to announce what will replace Stanley Falls. Scorpion previously sat closed for months before the park started work on demolishing the attraction – a stark contrast to rival Universal’s immediate efforts to tear down Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit almost as soon as it shuttered earlier this month.Will you miss Stanley Falls?The post Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Confirms Permanent Closure After 52 Years appeared first on Inside the Magic.