Rides such as the Buffalo Stampede, Runaway Train, Rocky Mountain Rapids and The Missile were all popular features at the attraction, near Ilkeston.
Here we look back at some great photos which capture the magic of the place.
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American Adventure theme park mascots pictured in February 1989. Photo: Johnston Press
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Log flume splash at The American Adventure, May 1987 Photo: Johnston Press
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Santa arriving at Pioneer Playland, December 1990 Photo: Johnston Press
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Book signing American Adventure. Do you recognise the people pictured? Photo: JC Britains
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