What is the Hersheypark candy bar height system?

Hersheypark assigns each guest a candy character based on their height: Hershey's Kisses (36"), Reese's (42"), Hershey's (48"), Twizzlers (54"). Each ride displays which characters can ride, making it easy to know which rides your child can enjoy without being measured at every ride.

What is the tallest height requirement at Hersheypark?

The tallest height requirements at Hersheypark are 54 inches (137 cm) for the park's most extreme coasters. Many of the park's popular coasters require 48 inches.

Is Hersheypark good for young children?

Yes, Hersheypark has a solid selection of rides for younger guests, especially in the family areas. The candy bar system makes it easy and fun for kids to know which rides they can enjoy. Children at the 36-inch (Hershey's Kisses) level have several ride options.

Does Hersheypark measure height with shoes on?

Yes, Hersheypark measures height with shoes on at the park entrance. Hats must be removed. You receive your candy character designation once and it is valid all day.

Does Hersheypark have a rider swap program?

Yes, Hersheypark offers a rider swap program at rides with height requirements. One adult rides while the other waits with the child, then they switch without re-queuing.

Hersheypark Height Requirements 2026 — Every Ride

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Last updated: March 1, 2026

Hersheypark in Hershey, Pennsylvania is a beloved family park that blends chocolate-themed fun with world-class roller coasters. The park has been thrilling guests since 1907 and features over a dozen coasters alongside water rides, flat rides, and the adjoining ZooAmerica. Hersheypark is uniquely known for its candy bar height measurement system, which assigns each guest a Hershey's character based on their height. This system makes the height requirement process fun and easy for kids.

How Hersheypark Measures Height — The Candy Bar System

Hersheypark uses a unique height categorization system based on Hershey's candy characters. When you enter the park, your child is measured and given a character designation: Hershey's Kisses (36"), Reese's (42"), Hershey's (48"), Twizzlers (54"). Each ride displays which candy characters can ride, making it easy for families to know at a glance. Shoes may be worn during measurement, hats must be removed. This system means you only need to be measured once at the park entrance — no re-measuring at each ride.

Hersheypark Rides — Height Requirements

Ride	Min Height ▲	Type	Intensity
Cocoa Cruiser	36″	Coaster	Mild
Coal Cracker	42″	Water	Moderate
Comet	42″	Coaster	Moderate
Jolly Rancher Remix	42″	Coaster	Moderate
Laff Trakk	42″	Coaster	Moderate
Trailblazer	42″	Coaster	Moderate
Hershey Triple Tower	48″	Drop	Extreme
Lightning Racer	48″	Coaster	Thrilling
SooperDooperLooper	48″	Coaster	Thrilling
Wildcat's Revenge	48″	Coaster	Extreme
Candymonium	54″	Coaster	Extreme
Fahrenheit	54″	Coaster	Extreme
Great Bear	54″	Coaster	Extreme
Skyrush	54″	Coaster	Extreme
Storm Runner	54″	Coaster	Extreme

Key Height Thresholds at Hersheypark

Hersheypark has 15 active rides. Only 0 rides have no height requirement. The park's candy bar system creates clear tiers: at 36 inches (Hershey's Kisses), kids unlock gentle rides; at 42 inches (Reese's), family coasters open up; at 48 inches (Hershey's), most major coasters become available; and at 54 inches (Twizzlers), guests can ride everything including the park's tallest and fastest coasters. The 48-inch mark is the sweet spot for enjoying the majority of Hersheypark.

Hersheypark's candy bar height system is measured at the park entrance, so you only need to do it once. Your child receives a wristband or stamp with their character, and ride entrances show which characters can ride. This makes planning your day much easier compared to parks that measure at each ride.

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