Dragon Coaster, Wooden roller coaster at Playland Park in Rye, New York, United States
The Dragon Coaster spans 3,400 feet of track and rises 80 feet high, featuring a tunnel shaped like a dragon's open mouth along its path.
Frederick Church designed this wooden roller coaster, which opened in 1929 and remains one of the original attractions at Playland amusement park.
The Dragon Coaster appeared in several films, including Fatal Attraction and Big starring Tom Hanks, as well as Mariah Carey's Fantasy music video.
The ride reaches speeds of 50 miles per hour and requires passengers to meet specific height requirements before boarding the Morgan trains.
Riders experience a double-dip drop into the dragon tunnel, where sound effects enhance the journey beneath the wooden structure.
Location: New York
Address: Rye, NY 10580, USA 10580 Rye
GPS coordinates: 40.96750,-73.67390
Latest update: March 22, 2025 18:30
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