Take your favorite comic strip characters, add some water, and you have the makings of some lighthearted fun that's suitable for the entire family. All of the rides in this area are family oriented and aren't really considered thrill rides (with the possible exception of Dudley Do-Right's Ripsaw Falls, which ends in a mighty splash).

Keep in mind, many of the rides and attractions within Toon Lagoon are waterbased, so be prepared to get wet (and possibly soaked).

Dudley Do-Right's Ripsaw Falls

Based on Rocky and Bullwinkle, the popular cartoon from the 1960s, this water-flume ride takes guests on a wild and wet adventure around a 400,000 gallon lagoon. This ride ends with a major splash, so be prepared to get wet. Also, be sure to protect your camera, camcorder, and other valuables from the water when you experience this ride.

Popeye & Bluto's Bilge-Rat Barges

This wet and wild water raft ride has its turbulent moments, but overall it's suitable for people of all ages who don't mind getting wet. Twelve people at a time ride in specially designed rafts that travel along the man-made river at about 16 feet per second. If you're carrying valuables or other items you want to keep dry, consider putting them in lockers or within the center (watertight) compartment of the raft before the ride begins.

While this is a fun-filled and rather exciting ride, if the weather is chilly or you don't want to get drenched, consider skipping this attraction. It does, however, offer an awesome way to cool off on a hot and sunny day. As if the water along the ride weren't enough, people on land (exploring Popeye's boat) have a chance to squirt water at those aboard the rafts.

Me Ship, The Olive

Popeye the Sailor Man invites guests (primarily younger ones) to climb aboard his three-story boat and partake in a fun-filled exploration. From bow to stern, the boat is loaded with interactive activities and things to do. There are water cannons to shoot, whistles to blow, organs to play, bells to clang, and plenty of things to crawl and climb through. If you're traveling with young kids, this will be a fun-filled stop.

Pandemonium Cartoon Circus

Within this amphitheater, live shows and special events are held throughout the day. To find out what live shows are being presented during your visit, check the Adventure Guide booklet offered at all ticket windows.

Dine with Your Favorite Toons

Kick back, relax, read a comic strip, and have some food. The following are the dining options available within Toon Lagoon. If you're looking for a more formal, sit-down meal, consider one of the full-service restaurants located within CityWalk.

• Blondie's Home of the Dagwood — This kitchen-style deli offers a 3-foot-long Dagwood sandwich, chicken noodle soup, jumbo smoked turkey sandwiches, kosher deli dogs, veggie sandwiches, kids' meals, chef salads, hi-top apple pie, soda, beer, and wine.

• Cathy's Ice Cream — Hot fudge sundaes, waffle-cone sundaes, and soda are what's served here. If you're looking for a cool snack, this is the place to visit.

• Comic Strip Café — This buffeteria offers American, Mexican, Italian, and Chinese fast food. Soda, beer, and wine are available for toon-loving adults.

• Wimpy's — If you're looking for a place to break for lunch, Wimpy's offers charbroiled burgers and cheeseburgers, jumbo hot dogs, spinach salad, kids' meals, fries, soda, beer, and wine.

Shopping in Toon Lagoon

For those who love reading the Sunday comics or have a special affinity for a specific comic strip character, chances are you'll find a souvenir at one of these shops located within Toon Lagoon:

• Gasoline Alley — Comic strip and Islands of Adventure — themed souvenirs are sold here.

• Photo Funnies — One-of-a-kind, personalized souvenirs are created while you wait. Photo Funnies allows guests to have their picture taken and then incorporated into a comic strip that costars some of their favorite characters.

• Toon Extra — A selection of clothing, accessories, gifts, and souvenirs, all with a toon theme are sold here. You can also pick up personalized gifts and limited-edition collectibles featuring Betty Boop, Popeye, and Beetle Bailey. Some of these items will appeal more to adults and collectors than to kids.

• Toon Toys — Nostalgic toys and novelty gifts from sipper straws to plush toys, costumes to candy, activity sets to stationery are what you'll find at this shop. Adults more than kids will find Toon Toys a fun place to visit.

• WossaMotta U — Fans of Dudley Do-Right and Rocky and Bullwinkle will find a selection of merchandise including clothing, accessories, watches, backpacks, totes, activity sets, rubber stamps, glassware, and collectibles featuring these and other popular characters.