Woodstock Express (Dorney Park) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Woodstock Express |
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| Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom | |
| Location | Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom |
| Park section | Planet Snoopy |
| Coordinates | 40°34′46″N 75°31′57″W / 40.579326°N 75.532553°W |
| Status | Operating |
| Opening date | 2000 |
| General statistics | |
| Type | Steel |
| Manufacturer | Zamperla |
| Model | Family Gravity Coaster 80STD |
| Height | 13 ft (4.0 m) |
| Drop | 8 ft (2.4 m) |
| Length | 262.6 ft (80.0 m) |
| Speed | 13 mph (21 km/h) |
| Inversions | 0 |
| Height restriction | 42 in (107 cm) |
| Trains | Single train with 6 cars. Riders are arranged 2 across in a single row for a total of 12 riders per train. |
| Woodstock Express at RCDB | |
The Woodstock Express is a fun roller coaster at Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom. It's made of steel and is located in the park's Planet Snoopy area. This ride is perfect for families!
About Woodstock Express
The Woodstock Express first opened in the year 2000. This means it has been giving riders thrills for over 20 years! It was built by a company called Zamperla, which is known for making many different types of rides.
This coaster is known as a "family roller coaster." This means it's not too intense for younger riders, but it's still exciting enough for older kids and adults. Unlike some "kiddie" rides, you don't need a child with you to ride it.
In 2010, the Woodstock Express celebrated its 10th birthday!
How Big is the Ride?
The Woodstock Express reaches a height of 13 feet, which is about as tall as a two-story building. The track is just over 262 feet long. That's about the length of a football field!
This roller coaster does not have any inversions. An inversion is when the track turns you upside down, like a loop or a corkscrew. Instead, this ride focuses on gentle hills and turns. Each time you ride, the coaster goes around the track multiple times, giving you a longer ride experience.
Height Rules
To ride the Woodstock Express by yourself, you need to be taller than 42 inches. If you are shorter than 42 inches, you might need an adult to ride with you.
The Ride's Trains
The Woodstock Express has one train that carries riders. This train has 6 carts, and each cart can seat two people. The carts are designed to look like old-fashioned mine carts, adding to the fun theme of the ride.
