A mountain coaster just opened in Arizona. Here's what that is and where you can ride it
Looking for a fun outing with cooler temperatures, mountain views and thrill rides this summer? Canyon Coaster Adventure Park is now open in Williams, Arizona.
The park, 33 miles west of Flagstaff, is home to Arizona’s only mountain coaster. It traverses the hillside and goes in and out of the woods, giving a scenic view of Williams. The ride covers a mile and has a 310-foot drop in elevation.
The mountain coaster consists of individual carts that are connected to the track. Riders control their speed. Don’t worry about hitting another cart; a built-in distance control system keeps riders from getting too close to other carts.
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Other attractions at Canyon Coaster Adventure Park
Summer tubing: Zoom down the mountain on an inner tube. Two conveyor lifts get you to the top of the runs.
Winter tubing: From mid-November to March, four snowmakers will lay a base so visitors can speed downhill on inner tubes.
Canyon Coaster Bar and Grill: Take a break at this grab-and-go eatery serving pizzas, burgers, salads and beverages.
Canyon Coaster Adventure Park
When: 10 a.m-5 p.m. Sundays-Thursdays, 10 a.m-9 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays. Open year round; check website for seasonal hours.
Where: 700 E. Route 66, Williams.
Admission: The Canyon Coaster is $20 per person per ride. Riders must be over 4 feet 5 inches tall. Children who are at least 3 years old and 38-54 inches tall ride for $10 with a driver who is 18 or older. Visit the website for other attractions and pricing.
Details: 928-707-7729, https://canyoncoasteradventurepark.com.
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