Another view of the coaster pavilion (courtesy of Sheila M. Brandon)
A view of the roller coaster at Croop’s Glen, complete with 5¢ tickets!
Once the park closed, the grounds were used as a sawmill by Stanley Croop. As a further insult to the memory of Croop’s Glen, a large portion of the park grounds were destroyed when the land was taken to widen the Hunlock Creek Turnpike and Route 11. At the time, the 125 year old Hunlock Creek Hotel was also destroyed. The hotel used to cater parties at the park, and many park visitors would stay at the hotel.
I also mentioned the Hunlock Creek Rail Station. The station sits across Route 11 from the park site. A rails- to-trail path runs right beside it. It is in great disrepair, and won’t be with us much longer. It is unique as it is one of the “pagoda” style depots built along the DL&W line (see pics). It was also turned 90 degrees at some point and raised onto a concrete foundation for a purpose I do not know or understand.
Hunlock Creek Station
Hunlock Creek Station rendering
Croop’s Glen Park Giant Victrola sign (courtesy of Sheila M. Brandon)
Croop’s Glen Park Dance Pavilion / Skating Rink.
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