The Beast

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6300 Kings Island Dr
Mason, OH 45040

The Beast at Kings Island in Mason, OH is a legendary wooden roller coaster that holds the title as the longest in the world, spanning an impressive 7,361 feet. Designed and built in-house, The Beast offers an exhilarating experience as it twists and turns through 35 acres of wooded terrain, reaching speeds up to 65 mph and featuring thrilling drops and banked turns.

With a ride time of over four minutes, The Beast continues to captivate riders with its impressive features, including a 125-foot underground tunnel, a 540-degree helix tunnel, and eight banked turns. This iconic roller coaster has been a favorite since its opening in 1979 and remains a must-ride attraction for thrill-seekers seeking an unforgettable experience.

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Les R.
9/29/2025

It's a staple. I couldn't come to Kings Island and not ride the beast! They added another car to the track so when we got up there they temporarily shut it down but opened about 30 mins later. We...

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Kathleen J.
7/11/2025

Kinda a shame that there can be some bad jackhammering on this classic from time to time. Thankfully the seats are padded, which makes it more tolerate. It's usually worse on a wheel seat.

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Taylor S.
7/19/2025

By day, The Beast is a long and fun but mid-tier wooden coaster. But when the sun comes down, The Beast becomes elite. To ride The Beast's long course out in the woods by the dim moonlight where...

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Zach D.
4/8/2024

It's low to the ground and gives a sensational feeling of speed. There are several tunnels. Ride it at night.

zack P.
11/19/2024

Do not recommend sitting in the back seat it will make your back hurt and giv you a headace! REMEMBER ALWAYS RIDE IN THE FIRST SEAT!

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