What is the longest wooden roller coaster in the world 2023?

The Beast Wooden Roller Coaster at Kings Island Come face-to-face with The Beast – the longest wooden roller coaster in the world!



As of 2023, and continuing into 2026, The Beast at Kings Island in Mason, Ohio, is the undisputed longest wooden roller coaster in the world. Originally opened in 1979, the coaster underwent a major renovation in 2022 that slightly extended its track by two feet to a new official length of 7,361 feet (2,244 meters). This massive sprawl covers 35 acres of wooded terrain, and the ride itself lasts for more than four minutes—one of the longest ride times of any roller coaster globally. The Beast is a "terrain coaster," meaning it follows the natural hills and valleys of the park, featuring two massive vertical drops of 137 and 141 feet, eight banked turns, and a unique 540-degree helix tunnel. It remains a Guinness World Record holder and a legendary icon among thrill-seekers for its high-speed (up to 65 mph) journey through the dark Ohio forest. Despite the rise of "hybrid" coasters, The Beast retains its record as the longest traditional wooden coaster, continuing to provide a "buttery-smooth" but intense experience for thousands of riders every season in 2026.

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