Top Thrill 2
The world's tallest roller coaster at 420 feet, reimagined with a triple-launch system and a backward spike. Top Thrill 2 is pure spectacle — 30 seconds of the most extreme sensation available at any park.
420ft Height
120mph Top Speed
Elite Intensity
90 min Avg Wait
Ride POV
Watch Before You Ride
Video: Coaster Crew
Full Specs
By the Numbers
ManufacturerS&S Worldwide
Model TypeStrata Coaster (Launched)
Year Opened2024
Height420 ft
Top Speed120 mph
Track Length2,800 ft
Duration30s (1:30 min)
Inversions0
Minimum Height52" (4'4")
Avg Wait Time90 min
Capacity/Hour500 riders
IntensityElite (5/5)
Insider Intel
Best Row & Strategy
Best Row
Front row for the most exposed 420-foot view; back row for the strongest launch sensation
Tips
- The triple-launch system means the ride rarely operates at full capacity — expect waits to be unpredictable
- Reopened in 2024 after a multi-year closure and redesign; check operating status before making it a priority
- The new backward spike launch is the highlight of the redesign — back row riders get it most intensely
✅ Pros
- 420 feet tall — the tallest roller coaster in the world
- 120 mph top speed and a triple-launch sequence that no other coaster delivers
- The backward spike element added in the 2024 redesign makes it a genuinely new experience
⚠️ Cons
- Very low throughput for a marquee attraction — waits can be brutal
- Notoriously unreliable; weather and mechanical issues cause frequent downtime
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