Bianca T.
4/5/2019
This ride is way better than people give it credit for! Sure it's a little bumpy but it's a wooden coaster i mean come on
Thunderhawk
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3830 Dorney Park Rd
Allentown, PA 18104
Thunderhawk, located at Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom in Allentown, Pennsylvania, is an iconic wooden roller coaster designed by renowned coaster designer Herbert Paul Schmeck. Operating since its opening on March 30, 1924, it features a length of 2,767 feet, a height of 80 feet, and reaches speeds of up to 45 mph, delighting thrill-seekers with its exhilarating ride experience.
Originally designed as an out-and-back coaster, Thunderhawk was modified to a figure-eight design in 1930, showcasing the evolution of amusement rides over the decades. Built by Philadelphia Toboggan Coasters Inc., it accommodates up to 24 riders per train, ensuring that visitors can enjoy the excitement of this historic attraction for years to come.
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4.02 reviews
Eric S.
5/20/2016
This bird doesn't exactly soar above one's expectations. Despite a snazzy name, Dorney Park's only wooden roller coaster (the ill-fated Hercules was demolished in 2003) doesn't have much to offer...
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