Thrill Rides Abound at Dollywood Theme Park!
There's something for everyone at Dollywood and visitors will not want to miss the theme park's high-energy thrill rides such as Blazing Fury, Daredevil Falls, Dizzy Disk, Mystery Mine, Smoky Mountain River Rampage, Tennessee Tornado, Thunderhead wooden roller coaster and more! Be sure to check height and medical restrictions that are listed at the entrance to each of Dollywood's thrill rides.
Blazing Fury
Located in Craftsman's Valley, this 18-passenger roller coaster reaches a top speed of 30 miles per hour. Minimum height requirement: 42 inches.
Daredevil Falls
A thrill seeking adventure, Daredevil Falls takes you on an incredible river journey that culminates with a plunge down a 60-foot waterfall at speeds up to 60 miles per hour! Minimum height requirement: 42 inches.
Dizzy Disk
Not for the queasy, Dizzy Disk glides riders back and forth while spinning in circles simultaneously. Bonus: You enjoy spectacular views of the theme park. Minimum height requirement: 48 inches.
Mystery Mine
A $17.5-million steel roller coaster, Mystery Mine takes riders on a rollicking adventure through an old abandoned mine. Experience a hair-raising 95-degree, 85-foot drop into total darkness! Minimum height requirement: 48 inches.
Smoky Mountain River Rampage
Located in Rivertown Junction, Smoky Mountain River Rampage is an incredible white water rafting ride nestled within a beautifully landscaped, waterfall setting. Minimum height requirement: 36 inches.
Tennessee Tornado
An amazing, triple spiral-looping roller coaster, Tennessee Tornado makes riders feel like they've landed inside a funnel cloud. Tennessee Tornado reaches speeds up to 70 miles per hour! Minimum height requirement: 48 inches.
Thunderhead
You're in for a wild ride aboard the Thunderhead, a classic wooden roller coaster that features a 100-foot drop at top speeds of 55 miles per hour. Minimum height requirement: 48 inches.
New for 2011 - Barnstormer!
The new, high-flying Barnstormer, a $5.5-million family thrill ride, made its debut at Dollywood during the theme park's 2011 season. The Barnstormer will feature two pendulum arms that progressively swing riders higher, reaching a maximum speed of 45 miles per hour and 230 degrees of rotation. At its peak, the Barnstormer will reach an amazing 81 feet in the air. Situated in a barnyard-themed area, the Barnstormer will also feature play areas for younger guests. Minimum height requirement: 48 inches.
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