Thunderhawk, Wooden roller coaster at Dorney Park in Allentown, Pennsylvania, US
The roller coaster reaches heights of 80 feet with a 65-foot drop and extends along 2,767 feet of track at speeds of 45 miles per hour.
Philadelphia Toboggan Coasters constructed this roller coaster in 1924, initially naming it The Coaster before changing its layout after the first drop in 1930.
The American Coaster Enthusiasts organization designated Thunderhawk as a Roller Coaster Landmark in 2021, recognizing its engineering and historical significance.
Riders must measure at least 48 inches tall to experience this roller coaster, which operates with two trains carrying 24 passengers each.
This roller coaster stands as the oldest operating attraction in the Cedar Fair chain, marking its centennial anniversary in 2024 with refurbished trains.
Location: Pennsylvania
Location: Sterlingworth
GPS coordinates: 40.57980,-75.53550
Latest update: May 14, 2025 06:54
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