Every year, it seems like amusement parks are continuously taking their rides to the next level. From the dinosaur-themed, unbelievably fast Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal Orlando, which ...

For a few minutes of pure, unfiltered, scream-out-loud fun, nothing beats a ride on a roller coaster. We’ve rounded up the world’s most exhilarating rides, from old-school wooden wonders to towering ...

It's also the world’s first launching wood coaster, the theme park said. — -- It's time to scream "Hello, Dollywood." The Tennessee theme park announced it is set to debut in March 2016 what it ...

ELYSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) – A Pennsylvania roller coaster has been named the best in the world at a national award ceremony. Knoebels says its Phoenix wooden coaster was named number one in the world for ...

DENVER — A legendary wooden roller coaster at Denver's biggest amusement park has opened for the first time this year. Elitch Gardens announced its "Twister III: Storm Chaser" wooden roller coaster ...

The origins of roller coasters can be traced back primarily to Russian ice slides in the 17th century. The idea of an elevated track-based ride evolved throughout Europe, but the modern conception of ...

On June 16, 1884, Sunday school teacher and part-time inventor LaMarcus Adna Thompson unveiled his greatest creation to the waiting crowds at Coney Island. Reportedly inspired by the switchback ...

Blair County’s Leap-the-Dips roller coaster is one of a kind, say fans of the 123-year-old wooden ride. “I heard it once said that it was like a rolling sofa, and I would have to agree with that,” ...

A Virginia man rides all 1,069 roller coasters in the U.S. Rick Mathews finished his final ride in Texas last week. Next, he plans to conquer every wooden coaster worldwide. LEESBURG, Va. - A Virginia ...