70 miles per hour… that might read like the speed limit on the highway to Universal Orlando Resort but it's also how fast the NEW Jurassic World VelociCoaster is at Universal Islands of Adventure.

The speed of a "Jurassic Park" ride depends on which version you are referring to, as the franchise now features both water flumes and high-speed coasters. The classic Jurassic Park River Adventure (found in Hollywood and Orlando) is a slow-moving boat ride for 90% of the duration, but it ends with a dramatic, "fast" 85-foot plunge that reaches speeds of roughly 50 mph. However, the newer Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal's Islands of Adventure is extremely fast and intense. It is the tallest and fastest launch coaster in Florida, featuring two magnetic launches that propel riders from 0 to 70 mph in just 2.4 seconds. The ride features a 155-foot "top hat" drop and four inversions, including a barrel roll just inches above the water. While the original water ride is considered a "thrill" primarily for its drop, the VelociCoaster is an elite-level "extreme" coaster designed for serious thrill-seekers. For those with a low tolerance for speed or G-forces, the River Adventure is manageable, but the VelociCoaster is a full-throttle, heart-pounding experience that has redefined theme park intensity in the 2020s.