Cedar Point, Ohio
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North Americas First Tilt Coaster Coming To Cedar Point For 2025
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Lodging On Property
Flagship Property:
Hotel Breakers - Located on the coast of Lake Erie, Cedar Point's Beach resort offers Lake Erie and theme park view rooms, as well as various suites. The hotel features a Kids Pool with a slide, 2 outdoor pools and spas, and an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy dining at a Japanese hibachi restaurant named Tomo. There is also a Perkins, TGI Fridays, an ice cream shop, a Starbucks, lounge bar and a beach bar. The hotel is within walking distance to the park and is right next door to Cedar Point Shores.
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Moderate:
Sawmill Creek - Cedar Points Rustic themed hotel has a nice indoor and outdoor pool, a golf course and 2 on site restaurants. The Hotel is about 15 min from the park.
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Castaway Bay - Cedar Points Caribbean themed Indoor water park resort. The hotel has on site resteaunts including Quaker Steak and Lube and a couple others. The hotel also has a decent size arcade, bowling and childrens activities. It is adjacent to the road leading up to the cedarpoint causeway.
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Light House Point - Cedar Points Campground and Cabin resort located on the Cedarpoint Peninsula.
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Value:
Express Hotel - Cedar Points Value Hotel provides budget accommodations to guests looking to be close to the roadway to Cedar Point
Rollercoasters:
Cedar Creek Mine Ride
Cedar Creek Mine Ride is a classic rollercoaster at the park, with a long-standing history. While the layout may not be the most extreme, the ride offers a thrilling experience with its roughness and tight turns. Additionally, it is one of the few rollercoasters that features animatronics, albeit with limited movement. We highly recommend experiencing this unique attraction during your visit.
Rider Height Req: 48in Tall
Scream Scale: 2/5
Ride Operations: 6/10
Park Tip: This rollercoaster is one of the few rollercoasters in the park where even those with a fear of heights can enjoy together.
Corkscrew
The Corkscrew was the first roller coaster to bring riders upside down three times in 1976. The ride also flips you over the midway with bystanders below. This ride is perfect for those who want to try their first rollercoaster going upside down.
Rider Height Req: 48in Tall
Scream Scale: 3/5
Ride Operations: 7/10
Park Tip: This ride has a over the shoulder restraint with a seat belt. Riders over 225 pounds may have difficulty riding this ride. The Ride also rarely has a line.
Blue Streak
The Blue Streak, Cedar Point's oldest coaster, is a testament to the park's rich history. Despite its age and height, this ride is a formidable machine that offers a thrilling experience with its bumpy ejector air time. While the ride may be rough, its legendary backseat rides are not to be missed.
Rider Height Req: 48in Tall
Scream Scale: 3/5
Ride Operations: 6/10
Park Tip: This ride has a split bench seat with a lap bar per person and a seat belt. The seat configuration may not accommodate rides over 200 pounds with larger thighs.
Gemini
Constructed with a steel track and wooden support structure, the Gemini rollercoaster is tailored for racing. It once held the title of the world's tallest coaster and continues to offer the excitement of racing against other rides with its dual track layout. Although it may be slightly rough due to its age, the ride remains a beloved classic.
Rider Height Req: 48in Tall
Scream Scale: 3/5
Ride Operations: 6/10
Park Tip: This ride has a split bench seat with a lap bar per person and a seat belt. The seat configuration may not accommodate rides over 200 pounds with larger thighs.
Rider Height Req: 52in Tall
Scream Scale: 5/5
Ride Operations: 5/10
Top Thrill 2
Top Thrill 2 is the rebirth of Top Thrill Dragster, and it holds title of the world tallest and fastest triple launch coaster. The ride includes launches at 74mph, 101mph, and 120mph, propelling riders up a 420-foot spike and a 420-foot top hat with a 270-degree barrel roll. Additionally, the ride showcases Zamperla's new lightning trains, which are sleek and modern.
Park Tip: This ride is very popular and will get long lines fast. We suggest prioritizing this ride at park opening. For larger guests, the seats are very accommodating.
Magnum XL-200
Magnum XL 200 was the first hyper coaster, standing at 200 feet tall. It features air time hills and runs along the edge of Cedar Point beach. Although the ride has become rough over time, knowing the best seats can still provide an enjoyable experience.
Rider Height Req: 48in Tall
Scream Scale: 5/5
Ride Operations: 7/10
Park Tip: This ride is best to hit in the morning or at the end of the day when the lines are shorter. Mid-day has the longest lines. Due to the lap bar configuration, riders over 230 pounds may not be able to ride.
Rider Height Req: 48in Tall
Scream Scale: 5/5
Ride Operations: 5/10
Millennium Force
Millennium Force is a Giga coaster and was the tallest continuous coaster in the world when it opened. the ride boasts a 310 foot, 93 mph drop with multiple air time floater hills along its 6,539 ft long layout. The ride to its day still is one of the most popular rides in the park.
Park Tip: This ride is very popular and will get long lines fast. The seat design of the ride and seat belt may not accomodate riders over 195 pounds. We suggest trying out the test seat at the front of the ride.If the seat belt does not latch, you may not ride.
Rider Height Req: 54in Tall
Scream Scale: 5/5
Ride Operations: 5/10
Raptor
Raptor is a inverted suspended looping roller coaster that is one of the longest around. The ride reaches a height of 137ft and has a top speed of 55mph. The ride has 6 inversions over its 3,790ft of track.
Park Tip: This ride has long lines throughout the whole day. The best time to hit the ride is around park closing. For Larger Riders, there is larger seats sectioned off.
Rougarou
Rougarou is a floorless rollercoaster that reaches a height of 145ft and reaches a top speed of 60mph. The ride has four inversions over its 3.900ft of track.
Park Tip: This ride almost never has more then a station wait with the exception of Halloweekends. Larger riders may opt to use their dedicated larger seats on the ride.
Rider Height Req: 54in Tall
Scream Scale: 5/5
Ride Operations: 8/10
Gate Keeper
Gate Keeper is a wing rollercoaster that holds the record for being the tallest in the world. The ride takes you up to a height of 170ft and features a wing over drop, 6 consecutive inversions, and a top speed of 67mph. Additionally, the ride goes over the front gate through 2 key holes creating a leg chopper effect. Riders are suspended over the side of the track for an exhilarating experience.
Rider Height Req: 52in Tall
Scream Scale: 5/5
Ride Operations: 6/10
Park Tip: If you would like to be closer to the water on the wing over drop, choose the right stair case when leading up to the loading platform. Larger riders may use the larger seats for a more comfortable experience while riding.
Coast 'N' Tiki Top Pick
Rider Height Req: 52in Tall
Scream Scale: 5/5
Ride Operations: 5/10
Maverick
Maverick is a rollercoaster that defies the notion that bigger is better. It features a hill that reaches up to 105ft, followed by a steep drop into a series of tight turns, inversions, and a tunnel under the station. After slowing down, the ride launches again at 72 mph, soaring over the Fronteir town lagoon and finishing with an over banked inversion before coming to a stop. It's an exhilarating experience for thrill-seekers.
Park Tip: This ride is best to hit in the morning or at the end of the day when the lines are shorter. Mid-day has the longest lines. Due to the lap bar configuration, riders over 230 pounds may not be able to ride.
Note: During Halloweekends, the line will never get lower then 90 min on a saturday.
Wild Mouse
The Wild Mouse rollercoaster is a family-friendly spinning ride situated in the boardwalk area of the park. It covers a track length of 1,312ft and attains a maximum speed of 35mph during its 1 minute and 10 seconds ride duration.
Rider Height Req: 42in Tall
Scream Scale: 3/5
Ride Operations: 6/10
Park Tip: This ride is has decent capacity for only using 4 person cars. It is best to hit this ride in the morning or around lunch time. Most days, the wait is 45 Minutes
Steel Vengance
Steel Vengeance is a hybrid rollercoaster made of steel and wood, standing at 205ft tall. It features a 90-degree drop, 5,740ft of track, and reaches a top speed of 74 mph. With 4 inversions an impressive amount of air time, it is considered one of the best rollercoasters in the world.
Rider Height Req: 52in Tall
Scream Scale: 5/5
Ride Operations: 5/10
Park Tip: This ride is best to hit in the morning or at the end of the day when the lines are shorter. Mid-day has the longest lines. Due to the lap bar configuration, riders over 230 pounds may not be able to ride. All riders will go through a metal detection process before boarding the train. Mini lockers are provided free of charge.
Woodstock Express
Woodstock Express, situated in Camp Snoopy, is a rollercoaster designed for families. It features a 38ft drop and can reach a maximum speed of 25mph. It's an ideal ride for families seeking an adventure that is not to high.
Rider Height Req: 38in Tall
Scream Scale: 2/5
Ride Operations: 6/10
Park Tip: Riders over 225 pounds may have difficulty fitting in the provided seats.
Wilderness Run
Wilderness Run, Cedar Point's tiniest rollercoaster, is designed for riders who are less than 60 inches tall.
Rider Height Req: 36in Tall
Scream Scale: 1/5
Ride Operations: 6/10
Park Tip: Riders over 60in in height will not be able to ride unless the parent rides with their child.
Sirens Curse
Sirens Curse is a Tilt Rollercoaster featuring a split track that descends from the lift hill into the drop section. The ride offers plenty of air time and includes two thrilling inversions.
Rider Height Req: 48in Tall
Scream Scale: 5/5
Ride Operations: 4/10
Park Tip: This ride is best to hit at early entry. Mid-day and end of the night has the longest lines. Due to the restraint configuration, riders over 260 pounds may not be able to ride. All riders will go through a metal detection process before boarding the train. Mini lockers are provided free of charge.
Valravn
Valravn is a 223-foot dive coaster that dangles riders above a thrilling 90-degree, 214-foot drop over Cedar Point's midway. After the initial drop, riders experience an inversion, followed by a mid-course brake that leads to another drop, two additional inversions, and an airtime hill before reaching the break run.
Rider Height Req: 52in Tall
Scream Scale: 5/5
Ride Operations: 5/10
Park Tip: This ride is best to hit at early entry. Mid-day and end of the night has the longest lines. Due to the restraint configuration, riders over 260 pounds may not be able to ride. No loose articles are allowed except flip flops.
Iron Dragon
Iron Dragon is a suspended rollercoaster that has two lift hills and reaches a top speed of 40 mph.
Rider Height Req: 42in Tall
Scream Scale: 4/5
Ride Operations: 5/10
Park Tip: This ride is best to hit at early entry. Mid-day and end of the night has the longest lines. Due to the restraint configuration, riders over 260 pounds may not be able to ride.
Other Attractions:
Rider Height Req: N/A
Scream Scale: 2/5
Ride Operations: 6/10
Midway Carousel
This is a Carousel that was built in 1912 situated at the entrance of the park.
Atomic Scrambler
Experience the thrill of this classic amusement park ride as you spin endlessly, seeing something new with each turn while rotating both clockwise and counterclockwise.
Rider Height Req: 48in Tall / 36in Accommpanied
Scream Scale: 3/5
Ride Operations: 7/10
Ocean Motion
Ocean Motion is a swinging pirate ship that reaches a height of 65 feet.
Rider Height Req: 39in Tall
Scream Scale: 3/5
Ride Operations: 6/10
Cadillac Cars
Experience a ride in your very own 1910 Cadillac touring car with a companion on a track
Rider Height Req: 48in Tall
Scream Scale: 3/5
Ride Operations: 5/10
Rider Height Req: 46in Tall
Scream Scale: 3/5
Ride Operations: 5/10
Calypso
Calypso is a thrilling spinning ride that allows you to rotate in your car on a turntable platform.
Pipe Scream
Pipe Scream is a thrill ride that has a rollercoaster like track that spins its riders up a half pipe with a hill.
Rider Height Req: 42in Tall
Scream Scale: 4/5
Ride Operations: 4/10
Cedar Downs
Cedar Downs is a fast paced carousel that gives you the sensation of being in the Kentucky Derby.
Rider Height Req: 48in Tall
Scream Scale: 5/5
Ride Operations: 5/10
Lake Erie Railroad
Lake Erie Railroad is a train that circles Cedar Point. This ride takes you through an Old village and includes a stop near Millennium Force and Frontier Town.
Rider Height Req: N/A
Scream Scale: 1/5
Ride Operations: 5/10
Dodgems
Dodgems are a bumper car attraction found on the Cedar Point Board.
Rider Height Req: 42in Tall
Scream Scale: 3/5
Ride Operations: 5/10
Rider Height Req: 48in Tall
Scream Scale: 3/5
Ride Operations: 4/10
Giant Wheel
The Giant Wheel stands at an impressive height of 300 feet is a prominent Ferris Wheel located in the Boardwalk area of the park.
Lake Erie Eagles
Lake Erie Eagles offers a unique flying scooter experience, allowing you to take control and pilot your very own Eagle.
Rider Height Req: 36in Tall
Scream Scale: 3/5
Ride Operations: 5/10
Matterhorn
Matterhorn is a spinning attraction where guests seated in pairs inside a cabin that rotates around a central point.
Rider Height Req: 42in Tall
Scream Scale: 3/5
Ride Operations: 6/10
Rider Height Req: 52in Tall
Scream Scale: 5/5
Ride Operations: 5/10
Maxair
Maxair is an exhilarating spinning pendulum ride that lifts riders up to 140 feet and speeds along at 70 miles per hour.
Rider Height Req: 48in Tall
Scream Scale: 5/5
Ride Operations: 5/10
Power Tower
Power Tower is a thrilling drop tower that propels riders up a track a height of 240 feet before another tower sends them plummeting back down from the same height at 60 mph.
Skyride
Skyride is a gondola-style attraction that offers a scenic journey above the Cedar Point Midway.
Rider Height Req: 48in Tall / NA Accompanied
Scream Scale: 1/5
Ride Operations: 6/10
Sky Hawk
Sky Hawk is an enormous swing set that stands 103 feet tall, sending riders soaring nearly vertical to the ground at its peak.
Rider Height Req: 48in Tall
Scream Scale: 5/5
Ride Operations: 4/10
Rider Height Req: 52in Tall
Scream Scale: 3/5
Ride Operations: 4/10
Super Himalaya
Super Himalaya is a spinning ride that whips you around a center point with dips going up and down.
Rider Height Req: 46in Tall
Scream Scale: 3/5
Ride Operations: 5/10
Thunder Canyon
Thunder Canyon is an exhilarating whitewater rafting adventure located in Frontier Town, featuring thrilling waterfalls and rapids. Be prepared to get soaked!
Rider Height Req: 42in Tall
Scream Scale: 3/5
Ride Operations: 5/10
Troika
Troika is a spinning ride where riders whirl around on rotating arms, located on the Cedar Point Boardwalk.
Rider Height Req: 48in Tall
Scream Scale: 3/5
Ride Operations: 5/10
Wave Swinger
The Waver Swinger is a swinging chair ride located in the Frontier Town section of the park.
Rider Height Req: 52in Tall
Scream Scale: 3/5
Ride Operations: 5/10
Windseeker
The Wind Seeker is an exhilarating swing ride that reaches heights of 300 feet above the Cedar Pointwalk. It also features onboard audio from beloved movie classics.