Bulgy the Whale


Bulgy the Whale is a children's amusement ride manufactured by Eyerly Aircraft Company. It consists of eight whale-shaped ride vehicles traveling in a counter-clockwise rotation, similar to a carousel, while traveling up and down small hills. Although the Eyerly Aircraft Company ceased operation in the 1980s, there are still several Bulgy the Whale rides in operation. Some have had their whales repainted to resemble fish instead of whales, and others have had thematic pieces added, but the general operation and idea remains the same.

Bulgy the Whale Installations

Below is a partial list of Bulgy the Whale attractions.
NameParkOpenClosedDetailsRef
Freddie the FishArnolds Park
Beverly Park
Clown FishDeggeller Attractions, Inc. Has whales painted like clown fish.
WhalesDelGrosso's Amusement Park
Bulgy the GoldfishGilroy Gardens
Dancer's FishHoliday World & Splashin' SafariFormerly called Salmon Run. Relocated for 2014 season.
Clown FishJames H. Drew Exposition Has whales painted like clown fish.
Joyland Amusement Park
Bulgy the WhaleLagoon1956
Willie the WhaleMichael's Amusements
Bulgy the WhaleSanta Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Bulgy the WhaleSkerbeck Family Carnival Includes large octopus decoration on top of attraction.
Bulgy the WhaleTinkertown
Bulgy the WhaleWade Shows Includes large octopus decoration on top of attraction.
Bulgy the WhaleWest Coast Amusements
GuppiesWyandot Lake