Arkansas Twister, Wooden roller coaster at Magic Springs and Crystal Falls, Arkansas, United States.
Arkansas Twister is a wooden roller coaster at Magic Springs and Crystal Falls theme park. The ride climbs a 95-foot lift hill and then plunges down a steep 92-foot drop at a 45-degree angle, taking passengers through the foothills of the Ouachita Mountains.
The ride first opened in 1978 as Florida Hurricane at Circus World theme park in Florida. Magic Springs purchased and relocated it to Arkansas in 1991, where it operates today.
During its time at Circus World, the attraction operated under the name Michael Jackson's Thrill Coaster, reflecting the performer's connection to the park.
Riders must be at least 48 inches tall to board this coaster. The ride reaches speeds of about 50 miles per hour along a track that runs roughly a mile in length.
The structure was built using Douglas fir lumber and originally operated under a different name at another park before being relocated. Each train holds six cars and was manufactured by a specialist European builder.
Location: Arkansas
GPS coordinates: 34.52130,-93.01430
Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:50
Bathhouse Row
3.7 km
Arlington Hotel
3.6 km
Bill Clinton Boyhood Home
3.1 km
Hot Springs Mountain Tower
3 km
X-Coaster
386 m
Medical Arts Building
3.7 km
Aristocrat Motor Inn
3.6 km
Jack Tar Hotel and Bathhouse
3.2 km
Mountainaire Hotel Historic District
2.8 km
St. Luke's Episcopal Church
3.7 km
Stitt House
3.4 km
Parkway Courts Historic District
3.5 km
Bellaire Court Historic District
3.6 km
Passmore House
3.3 km
Doherty House
3.6 km
Visitors Chapel AME
3.6 km
Pleasant Street Historic District
3.4 km
Perry Plaza Court Historic District
3 km
Wildwood
3.4 km
Fordyce House
3.3 km
Lynwood Tourist Court Historic District
3.3 km
Cottage Courts Historic District
3.6 km
Peter Dierks Joers House
2.9 km
Fordyce-Ricks House Historic District
2.5 km
Old Post Office
3.5 km
Plaza Apartments
3.2 km
Short-Dodson House
3.5 km
W. H. Moore House
3.6 kmVisited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes