Hersheypark Smoking Policy: Designated Areas Only

Current Policy (2024)

Hersheypark is NOT smoke-free. Smoking (including vaping/e-cigarettes) is permitted **only in designated smoking areas** marked on park maps.

Designated Smoking Areas

• Typically 6-8 locations scattered through park
• Near restrooms, away from major attractions/queues
• Clearly signed; ashtrays provided
• Map symbol: cigarette in circle

Prohibited Everywhere Else

• All ride queues, stations, platforms
• Restaurants, dining areas, food queues
• Shows, theaters, stadium seating
• Children's areas (Kissing Tower Hill, etc.)
• Water park (The Boardwalk)
• Parking lots (some parks allow in vehicles only)

Enforcement

• Security/team members monitor
• Violators: warning → ejection (no refund)
• Guest reporting encouraged

Trend Context

• Most major US parks now smoke-free (Disney, Universal, Six Flags, Cedar Fair)
• Hersheypark (privately owned by Hershey Entertainment & Resorts) maintains designated areas
• Pennsylvania law: Clean Indoor Air Act exempts outdoor amusement parks

Guest Tips

• Check app/map for current smoking locations
• Non-smokers: areas are avoidable; minimal secondhand exposure
• Smokers: plan breaks; don't risk ejection
• Vaping: treated identically to smoking