Iron Dragon
A suspended swinging coaster that glides through a wooded section near the lake. Iron Dragon is Cedar Point's best gateway coaster for hesitant riders — accessible, smooth, and genuinely pleasant with a unique swinging car format.
76ft Height
40mph Top Speed
Mild Intensity
15 min Avg Wait
Full Specs
By the Numbers
ManufacturerArrow Dynamics
Model TypeSuspended Swinging Coaster
Year Opened1987
Height76 ft
Top Speed40 mph
Track Length2,800 ft
Duration150s (3:30 min)
Inversions0
Minimum Height46" (3'10")
Avg Wait Time15 min
Capacity/Hour1,400 riders
IntensityMild (2/5)
Insider Intel
Best Row & Strategy
Best Row
Back of the train for the widest pendulum swing; outside seats for more swinging sensation
Tips
- Iron Dragon is one of the most accessible coasters in the park — good for introducing hesitant riders to coasters
- The swinging car motion is the entire gimmick — lean into it
- Runs through a low-lying wooded section near the lake, which makes for a surprisingly pleasant, shaded ride
✅ Pros
- Low height requirement and gentle intensity make it ideal for building confidence with new riders
- The suspended swinging car format is genuinely unique in the park
- Shaded, pleasant queue and ride through the woods near the water
⚠️ Cons
- Low speed and minimal intensity — not a ride for thrill seekers
- The suspended car swinging is moderate compared to newer suspended coasters
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