Riptide, Spinning pendulum ride at Canada's Wonderland, Ontario, Canada.
Riptide is a swinging ride at Canada's Wonderland where two gondolas rotate while mechanical arms lift and lower them in a controlled motion. The ride can accommodate up to forty riders at once during its roughly two-minute cycle.
The ride debuted in August 2000 under the name Cliffhanger and was renamed Riptide following Cedar Fair's acquisition of the park in 2007. This change reflected new management's approach to the attraction.
The attraction stands in the Medieval Faire section of Canada's Wonderland, joining other entertainment features that draw thousands of visitors annually.
You must be between 137 and 203 centimeters tall to ride. The experience involves rapid spinning and swinging motions, so be prepared for active movement throughout the ride.
During summer months, water fountains spray upward from the ground as the spinning gondolas pass overhead. This unexpected water feature adds a refreshing element to the spinning experience.
Part of: Canada's Wonderland
Website: http://canadaswonderland.com/rides/Thrill-Rides/Riptide
GPS coordinates: 43.84420,-79.54050
Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:58
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