All Rides at Hershey Park Ranked: Ultimate Guide to Thrills and Family Fun

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Hersheypark offers a diverse array of attractions, from heart-pounding roller coasters to family-friendly rides. This comprehensive ranking covers all rides at Hershey Park, providing detailed specifications, thrill levels, and unique features. Whether you’re seeking intense thrills or gentle experiences, this guide will help you navigate the park’s offerings, including top-ranked coasters like Candymonium and Skyrush, as well as beloved family rides.

What Are the Top-Ranked Roller Coasters at Hersheypark?

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  1. Candymonium
  2. Type: Bolliger & Mabillard (B&M) Hypercoaster
  3. Height: 210 feet
  4. Speed: 76 mph
  5. Length: 4,636 feet
  6. Duration: 2 minutes 26 seconds
  7. Thrill Rating: 5 (Aggressive)

  8. Unique Features: 7 camelback hills, hammerhead turn, helix, off-axis airtime hills

  9. Skyrush

  10. Type: Intamin Steel Hypercoaster
  11. Height: 200 feet
  12. Speed: 75 mph
  13. Thrill Rating: 5 (Aggressive)

  14. Unique Features: Zero-G airtime hills, intense ejector airtime, unique restraints

  15. Storm Runner

  16. Type: Intamin Launch Coaster
  17. Height: 150 feet
  18. Speed: 0-72 mph in 2 seconds
  19. Thrill Rating: 5 (Aggressive)

  20. Unique Features: Hydraulic launch, flying snake dive, barrel rolls

  21. Fahrenheit

  22. Type: Intamin Vertical Lift Coaster
  23. Height: 121 feet
  24. Drop: 97 degrees
  25. Speed: 58 mph
  26. Thrill Rating: 5 (Aggressive)

  27. Unique Features: Norwegian loop, double corkscrews, six inversions

  28. Great Bear

  29. Type: Bolliger & Mabillard (B&M) Inverted Coaster
  30. Height: 90 feet
  31. Thrill Rating: 5 (Aggressive)
  32. Unique Features: Pre-drop helix, four intense inversions, zero-G roll

How Do Other Notable Coasters Compare?

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  • Wildcat’s Revenge
  • Type: Rocky Mountain Construction (RMC) Hybrid Coaster
  • Introduced in 2023

  • Known for its hybrid design combining wood and steel elements

  • Lightning Racer

  • Type: Great Coasters International (GCI) Dual-Tracked Wooden Coaster
  • Thrill Rating: 4 (High)

  • Unique Features: Dueling element, low wait times

  • SooperdooperLooper

  • Type: Schwarzkopf Steel Coaster
  • Thrill Rating: 4 (High)

  • Unique Features: Looping coaster, classic design

  • Trailblazer

  • Type: Arrow Development Mine Train Coaster
  • Speed: Up to 45 mph
  • Thrill Rating: 3 (Moderate)

  • Unique Features: Family-friendly, helix that circles four times

  • Comet

  • Type: Philadelphia Toboggan Company Wooden Coaster
  • Height: 96 feet
  • Thrill Rating: 4 (High)
  • Unique Features: Classic wooden coaster, bunny hills for airtime

What Family Rides Are Available at Hersheypark?

Ride Name Type Height Requirement Thrill Rating Unique Features
Cocoa Cruiser Zamperla Family Gravity Coaster 36 inches 3 (Moderate) Small 14-foot curved drop, on-ride photo opportunity
Trailblazer Arrow Development Mine Train Coaster 36 inches 3 (Moderate) Family-friendly, helix that circles four times
Comet Philadelphia Toboggan Company Wooden Coaster 42 inches 4 (High) Classic wooden coaster, bunny hills for airtime, illuminated at night

What Are the Most Intense Thrill Rides at Hersheypark?

  1. Storm Runner
  2. Intensity Level: High

  3. Specific Challenges: Hydraulic launch, intense G-forces, short duration

  4. Fahrenheit

  5. Intensity Level: High

  6. Specific Challenges: Beyond-vertical drop, multiple inversions, rattle in the back car

  7. Great Bear

  8. Intensity Level: High

  9. Specific Challenges: Inversions, zero-G roll, smooth ride but intense moments

  10. Sidewinder

  11. Type: Vekoma Boomerang Coaster
  12. Height Requirement: 48 inches
  13. Thrill Rating: 5 (Aggressive)
  14. Unique Features: Forward and backward motion, six inversions

How Can Visitors Optimize Their Experience at Hersheypark?

Wait Times and Operational Schedules

  • Wait times vary based on day and season, with peak days and summer weekends typically having the longest waits.
  • Rides generally operate from park opening to closing, but schedules may change due to weather or maintenance.

Fast Track Option

  • Available for purchase at Guest Services
  • Allows guests to skip lines on select attractions, including popular coasters like Candymonium
  • Limited quantities sold on a first-come-first-serve basis

Accessibility Considerations

  • Many rides have specific accessibility requirements
  • Some rides, like Candymonium, have restrictions for guests with casts, hard braces, or larger body sizes due to safety restraint systems
  • It’s recommended to check individual ride requirements before visiting

By understanding the rankings and specifications of all rides at Hershey Park, visitors can plan their day to maximize enjoyment and minimize wait times. Whether seeking intense thrills on top-ranked coasters or family-friendly experiences, Hersheypark offers a diverse range of attractions to suit all preferences and thrill levels.

References

  1. https://www.coaster101.com/2017/07/02/ranking-hersheyparks-roller-coasters-first-timer/
  2. https://stories.hersheypa.com/hersheypark-coaster-guide-family-fun-from-mild-to-wild/
  3. https://www.coaster101.com/2023/06/25/hersheypark-coaster-rankings-where-does-wildcats-revenge-stand/
  4. https://www.hersheypark.com/explore-the-park/rides/candymonium/
  5. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Hersheypark_attractions

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