Millennium Force
The original giga coaster and the ride that put Cedar Point back on top of the world. 310 feet, 93 mph, zero inversions: just pure, unrelenting speed across a massive layout over the lake.
310ft Height
93mph Top Speed
Elite Intensity
65 min Avg Wait
Ride POV
Watch Before You Ride
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Full Specs
By the Numbers
ManufacturerIntamin
Model TypeGiga Coaster
Year Opened2000
Height310 ft
Top Speed93 mph
Track Length6,595 ft
Duration120s (2:00 min)
Inversions0
Minimum Height48" (4'0")
Avg Wait Time65 min
Capacity/Hour1,300 riders
IntensityElite (5/5)
Insider Intel
Best Row & Strategy
Best Row
Front row for the full 300-foot drop view; back row for more aggressive speed through the overbanked turns
Tips
- Higher throughput than Steel Vengeance means waits move faster: if both queues are long, hit MF first
- The night ride on Millennium Force is one of the best experiences in the hobby: stay late
- Overbanked turns hit hardest in the back rows; front rows deliver the drop in its full terrifying glory
✅ Pros
- The first giga coaster ever built: pure, unapologetic speed over a massive layout
- Exceptionally smooth for a coaster of its age
- Higher capacity than most Cedar Point coasters means waits are manageable even on busy days
⚠️ Cons
- No inversions and minimal airtime: speed is the entire experience
- The layout feels dated compared to modern coasters, particularly Steel Vengeance
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