Yet while the structure rusts and the trees encroach, the site's future may be about to turn a corner. The city of New Orleans has reportedly given the green light to a local developer, who will transform the languishing lot into a hotel, waterpark, sports complex and movie set.

Change may be afoot, but there's something undeniably enigmatic about the abandoned theme park. You can see more of Leland Kent's incredible photography in his latest book, Abandoned Alabama: Exploring the Heart of Dixie.

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