Wild Beast, Wooden roller coaster at Canada's Wonderland, Vaughan, Canada
Wild Beast is a wooden coaster at Canada's Wonderland in Vaughan that spans 960 meters of track in a double out-and-back layout with figure 8 elements. The track configuration features sections that wind through the wooden support structure, creating varied angles and sensations throughout the ride.
The coaster opened in 1981 as one of five original rides at Canada's Wonderland, marking the park's inaugural season. Two 28-passenger trains from Philadelphia Toboggan Coasters were used to transport guests through the wooden layout.
The ride gained recognition when it appeared in a Fraggle Rock television episode during the 1980s, becoming part of pop culture memory for many visitors. This connection to entertainment history adds a layer of nostalgia to the coaster experience for fans of that era.
The ride reaches speeds of 90 kilometers per hour, so visitors should anticipate rapid movements and hold on securely throughout. A minimum height requirement of 122 centimeters applies, which affects which family members can experience the coaster together.
Curtis D. Summers designed the coaster in-house rather than purchasing it from Philadelphia Toboggan Coasters, an unusual choice for the industry at that time. This approach to design and construction set the project apart from typical amusement ride acquisitions of the era.
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