Knott's Berry Farm will add a trio of family rides in 2013

Knott's Berry Farm will add a trio of family rides in 2013

Thrill seekers will have to wait a little longer for a big new ride as Knott's Berry Farm unveiled plans for a trio of family attractions in 2013 aimed at bridging the gap in the Buena Park theme park’s collection of kiddie and extreme rides.

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Photos: A trio of family rides coming to Knott's in 2013

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Photos: Inside the McKamey Manor backyard haunt in San Diego

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Photos: The history of Halloween Haunt at Knott's Berry Farm

Photos: The history of Halloween Haunt at Knott's Berry Farm

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Horror fans pay a premium for extreme haunted mazes

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Photos: Full Throttle coaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain

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Six Flags Magic Mountain adding Full Throttle coaster in 2013

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