Cedar Point Roller Coaster Guide

Summer is here, and summer means fun! Cedar Point, located in Sandusky, Ohio, is one of the world's largest and most thrilling amusement parks. I have created a must-read visitors guide that focuses on the 17 mighty roller coasters located in the park.

Blue Streak: Thrill Level 4 - Over 48"

The Blue Streak is Cedar Point's oldest ride. This wooden roller coaster has more than 6 hills, with the largest reaching 78 feet! Speeds reach up to 40 mph.

Cedar Creek Mine Ride: Thrill Level 4 - Over 48"

This wooden coaster is extremely fun to ride. Speeds can change on this ride and is perfect for intermediate riders. The Cedar Creek Mine Ride is approximately 2 minutes, 42 seconds long.

Corkscrew: Thrill Level 5 - Over 48"

With three loops and one over the midway, the Corkscrew can reach 48 mph. There are two circular curves and one 360-degree loop. Viewers can stand directly underneath the ride and watch the riders circle around.

Disaster Transport: Thrill Level 4 - Over 46"

In this dark ride, riders become astronauts in an enclosed area. 3D glasses are available to create a spooky 3D effect. Speeds can reach 40 mph.

Gemini: Thrill Level 5 - Over 48"

The Gemini features two cars, one blue and one red, which compete to be the first to finish. Running side-by-side, speeds can reach 60 mph on this thrilling ride including a 118-foot vertical drop.

Iron Dragon: Thrill Level 4 - Over 46"

This suspended coaster is perfect for a mild thrill. Riders fly above the trees before soaring over a misty pool. Nice and refreshing, the Iron Dragon only reaches about 35-40 mph, creating an entertaining riding experience.

Jr. Gemini: Thrill Level 2 - Between 36" and 54" or riding with a child under 54".

Designed to prepare riders for faster roller coasters or its counterpart, the Gemini, the Jr. Gemini attracts many young riders eager for thrills. Speeds only reach 6 mph, allowing young children to ride fearlessly.

Magnum XL-200: Thrill Level 5 - Over 48"

Towering 205 feet above the ground, the Magnum XL-200 is one of the nation's best steel roller coasters. Featuring one of the world's steepest drops at 60 degrees, the Magnum XL-200 winds over Lake Erie before returning to land. Speeds reach a whopping 72 mph!

Mantis: Thrill Level 5 - Over 54"

The Mantis, a stand-up ride, is a unique, thrilling ride at Cedar Point. Providing many screams, the Mantis includes a first hill reaching 145 feet into the sky! With speeds reaching 60 mph, this roller coaster is one of the best that Cedar Point has to offer.

Maverick: Thrill Level 5 - Over 52"

Built in 2007, the Maverick is the newest addition to Cedar Point. With speeds reaching 70 mph, the Maverick includes eight airtime hills and two circular corkscrew rolls. The Maverick, located in Frontiertown, is waiting to be conquered!

Mean Streak: Thrill Level 5 - Over 48"

Although the Mean Streak is made entirely from yellow pine, it still packs a punch! Found on the beautiful edge of the Cedar Point peninsula, the Mean Streak features speeds that reach 65 mph and drops that create a no-gravity feeling.

Millennium Force: Thrill Level 5 - Over 48"

Known as a "giga-coaster," the Millennium Force soars to great heights, literally! Reaching 310 feet above the ground, the Millennium Force is often called "the best steel roller coaster in the world!" Top speeds can reach 93 mph!

Raptor: Thrill Level 5 - Over 54"

With special seats that are hung off the track, the Raptor allows you to fly! With six upside-down twists, the Raptor provides an aggressive thrill and is extremely fast. In fact, speeds can reach 57 mph!

Top Thrill Dragster: Thrill Level 5 - Over 52"

With cars that represent "top-fuel dragsters," the Top Thrill Dragster takes riders straight up 420 feet and then plummets them back down at speeds of 120 mph! However, at the top of the ride, the coaster twists on a 270-degree circular curve providing maximum thrills! The Top Thrill Dragster is only for the boldest and most intense roller coaster riders!

Wicked Twister: Thrill Level 5 - Over 52"

This U-shaped coaster, on the edge of Lake Erie, sends riders plummeting back and forth, all at speeds of 72 mph! Each tower, though, includes a 450-degree twist, creating maximum screams and thrills!

WildCat: Thrill Level 4 - Over 48"

Including cars that streak across the sky, the WildCat is an exhilarating coaster with varying speeds. Including numerous hills and curves, the riders twist and race with delight aboard the WildCat.

Woodstock Express: Thrill Level 4 - Over 36"; Riders between 36" and 48" must ride with a "responsible person"

The Woodstock Express is perfect for the entire family! Found in Camp Snoopy, the Woodstock Express allows younger children to experience an exciting thrill. With speeds reaching only 25 mph and heights of 38 feet, the Woodstock Express is popular with the younger visitors of Cedar Point.

The 17 roller coasters at Cedar Point are perfect for summer fun. As the Cedar Point slogan boasts, "Ride on!"