Thunderhawk, Wooden roller coaster at Dorney Park in Allentown, Pennsylvania, US
Thunderhawk is a wooden roller coaster at Dorney Park in Allentown that features a complex track structure with multiple drops and turns. Two trains operate continuously, each carrying passengers through the classic wooden coaster experience.
The coaster was built in 1924 by Philadelphia Toboggan Coasters under a different name initially. A significant redesign in 1930 established its current layout and name.
The name draws from a Native American heritage, representing the industrial power that amusement parks embodied in the early 20th century. Visitors experience here how folklore and modern entertainment intertwine.
Visitors must meet a minimum height requirement to ride, so check beforehand if you or your group qualify. It helps to visit during quieter times to avoid long waits and to follow park guidelines for safety.
This coaster ranks among the oldest still-operating attractions in the Cedar Fair chain and recently celebrated a major milestone. The trains have been updated while the original wooden structure retained its classic characteristics.
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