If you’re seeking an adrenaline rush to enhance your summer experience, consider taking a ride on one of the U.S.’s record-setting roller coasters.
Across the country, roller coasters claim various records for their speed, height, drops, and even their construction costs.
Continue reading to learn about some of the record-holding roller coasters in the United States that you can experience this summer.
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Here are four must-visit coasters.
- Kingda Ka – Jackson, New Jersey
- The Beast – Mason, Ohio
- TMNT Shellraiser – East Rutherford, New Jersey
- Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind – Orlando, Florida
1. Kingda Ka – Jackson, New Jersey
Kingda Ka, situated in Jackson, New Jersey, boasts several records both nationally and internationally.
This ride can be found at Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson.
Once you arrive at the park, the eye-catching green track, soaring hundreds of feet high, will be impossible to miss.
Theme parks across the United States set records for their thrilling features and even their construction costs. (Patrick T. Fallon/Bloomberg via Getty Images I Gerardo Mora/Getty Images)
Not only is Kingda Ka the tallest coaster in the U.S., but it also holds the title of the tallest in the world, towering at 456 feet.
Riders accelerate from 0 to 128 mph within just 3.5 seconds, making it the fastest coaster in North America.
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Soon, you’ll find yourself ascending a 90-degree track.
The descent is just as exhilarating, featuring the nation’s longest drop at 418 feet.
Kingda Ka at Six Flags Great Adventure holds various records, including those for height and speed. (STAN HONDA/AFP via Getty Images)
Following behind Kingda Ka is Top Thrill 2 at Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio, which ranks highly in terms of speed, height, and drop.
This coaster reaches a speed of 120 mph, a height of 420 feet, and a drop of 400 feet.
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Superman: Escape from Krypton at Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia, California, follows in third place for speed, height, and drop, with speeds up to 100 mph, heights of 415 feet, and a drop of 328.1 feet.
2. The Beast – Mason, Ohio
One drawback that might dissuade thrill-seekers is the long wait times for a quick ride. If you’re after a longer experience, check out The Beast in Mason, Ohio.
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This wooden coaster is the longest in the U.S. and the longest of its kind globally.
Stretching an impressive 7,361 feet, it offers over four minutes of exhilarating ride time, reaching heights of 110 feet and speeds up to 65 mph.
The Beast is located at Kings Island theme park.
Fury 325 ranks among the longest roller coasters in the U.S., delivering an adrenaline-packed experience for its full three minutes and 25 seconds. (Alex Slitz/The Charlotte Observer/Tribune News Service via Getty Images)
Other lengthy rides worth mentioning are Fury 325 at Carowinds in Charlotte, North Carolina, lasting three minutes and 25 seconds, and Millennium Force at Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio, which operates for two minutes.
3. TMNT Shellraiser – East Rutherford, New Jersey
This record-holding coaster is available year-round, rain or shine, at the Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
This family-friendly park features The Shellraiser, which boasts the world’s steepest drop at an incredible 121.5 degrees.
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The ride debuted in October 2019, and the park claims the title of the largest indoor theme park in the nation.
The Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park is housed in the American Dream mall in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (American Dream )
4. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind – Orlando, Florida
Creating a roller coaster often comes with a hefty price tag.
Disney is particularly renowned for ensuring that their attractions are visually stunning.
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One of the theme park’s latest attractions encompasses jaw-dropping visuals and thrilling experiences, making it the priciest coaster ever built.
The Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at Disney World is recognized as the most expensive coaster to date, costing approximately $500,000 to construct. (Gerardo Mora/Getty Images)
Reports indicate that building the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind cost around $500,000.
The ride opened on May 5, 2022, inviting guests to embark on a cinematic adventure alongside their favorite “Guardians of the Galaxy” characters.
