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 The Legend
Arnolds Park
Celebrating its 80th anniversary in the summer of 2007, The Legend roller coaster at Arnolds park is the 13th oldest operating wooden coaster in the United States. Designed by John A. Miller this wooden coaster features a figure eight layout that wraps around this historic lakeside amusement park. The Legend roller coaster starts with a six-story lift that sets the three-car train in motion to travel the 2,000-foot long track in just over one minute.
Roller Coaster Details
| Track |
Type |
Year |
Designer/Manufacturer |
| Wood |
Freeform Figure 8 |
1927 |
John A. Miller, John F. Pierce, Harry Baker |
Roller Coaster Stats
| Height: 63 feet |
Drop: 63 feet |
| Top speed: 50 mph |
Length: 2,000 feet |
| Ride time: 1 minute, 12 seconds |
Trains: 1 - 18 passenger |
| Train Mfg: Philadelphia Toboggan Co. |
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More Information About The Legend
Fact: Formerly called the Giant Coaster.
1989 - The roller coaster was rebuilt and the train was replaced with a new three-car train from PTC.
1996 - Renamed The Legend
Train has three cars with three rows each, seating two abreast per row.
Ride Location
Arnolds Park, Arnolds Park, IA
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