Volcano, The Blast Coaster, Steel roller coaster at Kings Dominion, Virginia, US
The steel roller coaster featured two launch tunnels housed within a massive artificial mountain structure that rose 155 feet above the ground at Kings Dominion.
Opening in 1998, this Intamin-manufactured coaster marked a significant advancement in roller coaster technology as North America's first suspended catapult design.
The mountain structure housing the coaster represented a continuation of Kings Dominion's commitment to immersive themed environments established since the park's 1975 opening.
Riders experienced speeds reaching 70 miles per hour through multiple inversions, making it necessary for guests to secure loose articles before boarding.
Linear induction motors propelled trains vertically through the peak of the mountain structure, creating an eruption effect visible throughout the theme park.
Location: Virginia
Part of: Kings Dominion
Website: https://kingsdominion.com/play/rides/volcano-the-blast-coaster
GPS coordinates: 37.83940,-77.44020
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:32
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