In 1903, Milton S. Hershey began construction on what was to become the world's largest chocolate manufacturing plant. He also wanted to create a new community around his factory. Because he was concerned about providing adequate recreation, he built a park that opened on April 24, 1907. Amusement rides, a swimming pool, and a ballroom were added a few years later. Hershey's Park was an ideal spot for picnicking, boating, and canoeing. A carousel was put into operation on July 4, 1908. Soon a 1,500-seat amphitheater opened. The entrance sign read, "Ye who enter here leave dull cares behind." The Hershey Conservatory and Greenhouse opened in February 1910. The park's name changed from Hershey Park to Hersheypark in 1971. Admission to the park now includes access to the 11-acre walk-though ZooAmerica. Adjacent to the park is Hershey's Chocolate World.

Three coasters have been built since my last visit: Wildcat's Revenge opened in June 2023. Rocky Mountain Construction converted the wood Wildcat coaster into a steel coaster with four inversions! Candymonium, a Hyper Coaster built by Bolliger & Mabillard, opened in 2020. It does not have inversions, but its 210-foot lift and multiple air-time hills provide plenty of excitement. Laff Trakk, an indoor Spinning Coaster (SC 2000) built by Maurer Rides, opened in 2015. coaster passes by a variety of glowing effects during the ride, and the waiting lines has been described as "Interactive Fun House" queue.

Five coasters have been removed, and one wood coaster has been modified into a steel coaster: