Dragon Coaster, Wooden roller coaster at Playland Park in Rye, New York, United States
The Dragon Coaster is a wooden roller coaster at Playland Park that travels over an extended track with substantial height variation throughout the ride. Its most distinctive feature is a tunnel section shaped like an open dragon's mouth that passengers pass through.
This wooden coaster was designed by Frederick Church and first opened in 1929 as one of the original park attractions. It has remained operational for nearly a century, making it a survivor from the early amusement park era.
The ride has appeared in several well-known films, making it a recognizable part of popular culture from different decades. Visitors sometimes notice the location from movies they watched years ago.
Guests should know that there are specific height requirements to ride, as the coaster reaches considerable speeds during operation. Families with young children should check these restrictions before visiting.
The ride features a double-dip drop that plunges directly into the dragon tunnel, where sound effects amplify the experience as you pass beneath the wooden structure. This combination of motion and audio creates a memorable moment.
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