Corkscrew

Corkscrew

Featuring the colors of red, white & blue, Corkscrew opened to the public in 1976 during America's Bicentennial.

Riders turn upside-down three times, crossing over the midway while guests watch directly underneath.

May not accommodate Guests of Exceptional Size.

Loose articles are not permitted on this ride.

Rider Safety Guide

  • At Least 48"

All The Details

Design

CapacityApproximately 1,800 riders per hour
FeaturesWhen it was constructed in 1976, the Corkscrew was the first ride with a 360-degree vertical loop and two helical curves. Non-riders can walk directly underneath the ride as its track spans the midway
ModelCorkscrew roller coaster with two helical curves and a 360-degree loop
Ride TimeApproximately 2 minutes
Speed48 mph
StructureSteel tubular track and support beams
Eye of Corkscrew38 mph
Track ConstructionTwo 5-inch diameter pipe rails on 48-inch centers, supported horizontally by 14-inch diameter pipe

Manufacturing

Investment$1.75 million
ManufacturerArrow Dynamics Inc., Clearfield, Utah

Physical Dimensions

Dimensions200 feet wide, 1,000 feet long, on 5 acres
Lift Height85 feet
Track Length2,050 feet

Vehicles

CoachesThree trains with nylon wheels
Six four-passenger coaches on each train
Train ColorsRed, White, Blue

Ridership

20081,109,256
2007937,816
20061,016,609
2005994,029
20041,281,067
20031,303,542
20021,233,239
20011,347,482
20001,419,106
19991,487,893
19981,705,922
19971,582,250
19961,673,470