Roller Coaster, Wooden roller coaster at Lagoon Amusement Park, Utah, United States.
The Roller Coaster at Lagoon Amusement Park is a wooden ride with a double out-and-back track configuration that takes riders on an extended journey through the park grounds. The structure features traditional wooden construction with support beams and a design that has allowed it to operate continuously for over a century.
This wooden coaster was designed in 1921 and ranks among the world's oldest continuously operating wooden roller coasters. A major fire in 1953 damaged the structure, prompting reconstruction that restored the ride while incorporating modern safety materials.
The National Register of Historic Places listed this roller coaster in 2012, recognizing its century-long contribution to American entertainment history.
This ride requires a minimum height to board and operates during regular park hours when weather permits. Plan your visit for less crowded times if you prefer shorter wait times, and keep in mind that wooden coasters are most enjoyable in good weather conditions.
The ride received completely new trains with updated safety features in 2018 while the original wooden structure underneath remained untouched. This combination of historic construction and modern equipment is what catches many visitors off guard when they realize the attraction has been carefully maintained.
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