Tallest Roller Coasters for 2024

Lightning Rod at Dollywood is one of the park’s most exhilarating and iconic roller coasters. Located in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, Dollywood is a theme park known for its Southern charm, family-friendly atmosphere, and, of course, adrenaline-pumping attractions. Opened in 2016, Lightning Rod is celebrated for being the world’s first launched wooden coaster, setting it apart from traditional wooden coasters and cementing its place in roller coaster history.

Steel Vengeance features a unique combination of steel track and a wooden support structure, offering an intense and smooth ride experience. Standing at 205 feet tall and reaching speeds of 74 mph, Steel Vengeance boasts a 90-degree drop and over 5,700 feet of track, making it the world's longest hybrid coaster. With four inversions and nearly 30 seconds of airtime, it has quickly become a fan favorite for its thrilling, relentless pace and innovative design.

Xcelerator is known for its intense acceleration, launching riders from 0 to 82 miles per hour in just 2.3 seconds using a hydraulic launch system. After the exhilarating launch, the coaster ascends a 205-foot tall top hat tower, giving riders a moment of weightlessness before plunging down at a 90-degree angle. The ride features overbanked turns and swift twists, providing a brief but adrenaline-packed experience lasting about one minute.

Magnum XL-200is a historic steel roller coaster that opened in 1989. Designed by Arrow Dynamics, it was the world's first coaster to exceed 200 feet in height, making it the original "hypercoaster." With a maximum height of 205 feet and speeds reaching up to 72 mph, Magnum XL-200 provides an exhilarating ride experience featuring dramatic drops, intense airtime, and stunning views of Lake Erie. Its groundbreaking design and thrilling ride elements have made it a beloved classic and a significant milestone in coaster history.

Mamba at 205 feet tall, it was one of the tallest and fastest roller coasters in the world when it opened in 1998. Known for its impressive first drop and thrilling "out and back" layout, Mamba reaches speeds of up to 75 mph and features a series of camelback hills and intense helix turns, offering riders a mix of weightlessness and high-speed excitement. Its smooth, adrenaline-packed ride has made it a favorite among coaster enthusiasts.

Raging Bull is the world's first hyper-twister coaster, featuring a 208-foot drop and a top speed of 73 mph. Known for its smooth, thrilling ride, Raging Bull offers a series of intense drops, sharp turns, and airtime hills over a 5,057-foot track. The coaster’s layout is designed to mimic a wild bull's unpredictable movements, providing a unique experience with its combination of height, speed, and forceful banked curves.

Skyrush is known for its intense speed, height, and airtime. The ride features a 200-foot lift hill and a 75 mph top speed, delivering a thrilling experience with its steep 85-degree first drop. Riders experience up to 5 Gs and an abundance of airtime due to its minimalistic lap-bar restraints, making it one of the most exhilarating coasters in the park. Its winged seating, with two seats on either side of the track, enhances the feeling of flying through its rapid turns and hills.

Steel Force is known for its impressive height of 200 feet, making it one of the tallest coasters on the East Coast at the time. The ride features a 205-foot first drop, reaching speeds of up to 75 mph and offering a smooth experience with airtime hills and sweeping turns. With a total track length of 5,600 feet, Steel Force provides a thrilling, extended ride that has become a classic for coaster enthusiasts.