Ghoster Coaster (Canada's Wonderland) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Ghoster Coaster |
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| Previously known as Scooby's Gasping Ghoster Coaster | |
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| Canada's Wonderland | |
| Location | Canada's Wonderland |
| Park section | Planet Snoopy |
| Coordinates | 43°50′38″N 79°32′46″W / 43.843794°N 79.546033°W |
| Status | Open |
| Opening date | May 23, 1981 |
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| Type | Wood |
| Manufacturer | Taft Broadcasting |
| Designer | Curtis D. Summers |
| Lift/launch system | Chain lift hill |
| Height | 12.5 m (41 ft) |
| Drop | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Length | 413.3 m (1,356 ft) |
| Speed | 56 km/h (35 mph) |
| Duration | 1:20 |
| Height restriction | 102 cm (3 ft 4 in) |
| Trains | Single train with 5 cars. Riders are arranged 2 across in 2 rows for a total of 20 riders per train. |
| Ghoster Coaster at RCDB | |
Ghoster Coaster is an exciting wooden roller coaster located at Canada's Wonderland. It used to be called Scooby's Gasping Ghoster Coaster. In 2010, its name was shortened to Ghoster Coaster. This change happened when the park area became Planet Snoopy.
About Ghoster Coaster
Ghoster Coaster is known as a "junior" wooden coaster. This means it's a great ride for families and younger thrill-seekers. It offers a fun experience without being too intense.
When Ghoster Coaster Opened
Ghoster Coaster opened on May 23, 1981. This was the very same day that Canada's Wonderland first opened its doors! It was one of the four original roller coasters at the park.
Original Roller Coasters
When Canada's Wonderland first opened, it had four main roller coasters. Besides Ghoster Coaster, the other three original rides were:
All three of the wooden roller coasters, including Ghoster Coaster, were designed by Curtis D. Summers. They were built by the Taft Broadcasting Company.
