One of the new rides for 2002 was Le Grande Wheel, a larger and higher capacity Ferris Wheel than those previously in the Main Carnival. Designed by Nauta Bussink, Le Grande Wheel gives views of the entire fairgrounds. It was from it's beautiful structure and lighting package that I took an overhead picture of most of the Main carnival.

Le Grande Wheel was also to be found at the 2006 Orange County Fair, occupying the Northeast corner. Below is a daytime and aerial photo featuring Le Grande Wheel.