Coast 'N' Tiki
Kings Island, Ohio
Trip Reports & News
Lodging On Property
Closest Property:
Great Wolf Lodge Mason - A Sprawling Indoor waterpark resort located right next to the parking tolls for Kings Island. Some rooms have views of the park from a distance.
Rollercoasters:
Adventure Express
Adventure Express is a roller coaster manufactured by Arrow Dynamics. It is one of the last mine ride ever created and features a height of 63 feet, a track length of 2,963 ft, and three themed tunnels. The final tunnel on the last lift hill is a temple-themed with animatronic stone temple guardians that bang their fists as the ride reaches the stop and turns into the station. It has become a classic ride for park guests.
Rider Height Req: 48in Tall
Scream Scale: 3/5
Ride Operations: 7/10
Park Tip: Visiting the rollercoaster in the morning or at the end of the day to avoid the longest line which usually occurs mid-day. Additionally, don't forget to check out the enhanced scenery in the revamped Adventure Port area added in 2023.
Banshee
Banshee, the longest steel inverted coaster in the world, boasts a 4,124-foot track, a 167-foot drop, and a top speed of 68mph, featuring seven inversions. The ride pays tribute to its predecessor, Son of Beast, and is named after a female spirit that foretells death. Additionally, the ride has a spooky graveyard gothic theme.
Rider Height Req: 52in Tall
Scream Scale: 4/5
Ride Operations: 5/10
Park Tip: We suggest hitting this ride in the begining of the day due to popualrity. Also, riders over 230 pounds may want to check the test seat up front due to restraint design.
The Bat
The Bat (Previously Known as Flight Deck and Top Gun) is a suspended rollercoaster which allows each car on the train to swing beanth the track. The ride is 78ft and reaches a top speed of 51mph over its 2,350 feet of track. It is located in the Action Zone of the park.
Rider Height Req: 48in Tall
Scream Scale: 3/5
Ride Operations: 4/10
Park Tip: This ride does not have the best capacity and only runs one train. It is best to ride this ride first if it is a priority.
Backlot Stunt Coaster
The Backlot Stunt Coaster, previously known as The Italian Job, is a compact rollercoaster that utilizes a launch system to reach a maximum speed of 40mph. The ride incorporates various Hollywood-style effects throughout its layout.
Rider Height Req: 48in Tall
Scream Scale: 3/5
Ride Operations: 3/10
Park Tip: This ride has a split bench seat with a lap bar per person and a seat belt. The seat configuration may not accommodate rides over 200 pounds with larger thighs.
The Beast
The Beast is a well-known wooden rollercoaster that holds the record for the longest wooden coaster with 7,361 feet of track. It has two lift hills, the first one being 137ft tall and leading into a tunnel, and the second lift going 141ft tall and ending in a long double helix tunnel. The ride attains a maximum speed of 65
Rider Height Req: 48in Tall
Scream Scale: 5/5
Ride Operations: 5/10
Park Tip: This ride is very popular and will get long lines fast. We suggest prioritizing this ride at park opening. For larger guests, the seats are very accommodating.
Diamondback
Diamondback is a Hyper coaster that stands at 230ft tall and features several consecutive air time hills, reaching a maximum speed of 80mph. The ride culminates in a splash down pool, creating a massive splash visible from a significant portion of the Rivertown area.
Rider Height Req: 54in Tall
Scream Scale: 5/5
Ride Operations: 6/10
Park Tip: This ride is best to hit in the morning or at the end of the day when the lines are shorter. Mid-day has the longest lines. Due to the lap bar configuration, riders over 230 pounds may not be able to ride.
Rider Height Req: 36in Tall
Scream Scale: 2/5
Ride Operations: 5/10
Great Pumpkin Coaster
The Great Pumpkin roller coaster is a small ride for kids of all ages. The ride has a track length of 199ft.
Big Note: This ride is meant for kids under 5ft or 60in tall. So Rollercoaster enthusiasts, unless your a mother or father, you will have to sit this one out.
Flight of Fear
Flight of fear was the first LIM launched roller coaster. It is completely indoors and features a Giant Flying Saucer in its Que-Line to ride. The ride reaches a speed of 54mph and has a total of 4 inversions in its spaghetti bowl style layout.
Rider Height Req: 54in Tall
Scream Scale: 5/5
Ride Operations: 5/10
Park Tip: This ride is best to hit in the morning or at the end of the day when the lines are shorter. Mid-day has the longest lines. Due to the lap bar configuration, riders over 225 Pounds may not be able to ride.
Rider Height Req: 54in Tall
Scream Scale: 5/5
Ride Operations: 4/10
Invertigo
Invertigo is a rollercoaster that goes upside down and has seats facing both forward and backward. The ride takes you up 138ft and then drops you back down into a c roll, a vertical loop, and another hill that takes you back up to the same height to repeat the experience.
Park Tip: This ride is best to hit in the morning or at the end of the day when the lines are shorter. Mid-day has the longest lines. Due to the lap bar configuration, riders over 230 pounds may not be able to ride.
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Rider Height Req: 54in Tall
Scream Scale: 5/5
Ride Operations: 4/10
Orion
Coming Soon
Park Tip: This ride is best to hit in the morning or at the end of the day when the lines are shorter. Mid-day has the longest lines. Due to the lap bar configuration, riders over 230 pounds may not be able to ride.
Rider Height Req: 48in Tall
Scream Scale: 4/5
Ride Operations: 7/10
The Racer
Park Tip: This ride is best to hit in the morning or at the end of the day when the lines are shorter. Mid-day has the longest lines. Due to the lap bar configuration, riders over 230 pounds may not be able to ride.
Rider Height Req: 36in Tall
Scream Scale: 2/5
Ride Operations: 5/10
Snoopys Soapbox Racer
Coming soon
Park Tip: This ride is very popular and will get long lines fast. The seat design of the ride and seat belt may not accomodate riders over 195 pounds. We suggest trying out the test seat at the front of the ride.If the seat belt does not latch, you may not ride.
Rider Height Req: 40in Tall
Scream Scale: 3/5
Ride Operations: 5/10
Woodstock Express
Millennium Force is a Giga coaster and was the tallest continuous coaster in the world when it opened. the ride boasts a 310 foot, 93 mph drop with multiple air time floater hills along its 6,539 ft long layout. The ride to its day still is one of the most popular rides in the park.
Park Tip: This ride is very popular and will get long lines fast. The seat design of the ride and seat belt may not accomodate riders over 195 pounds. We suggest trying out the test seat at the front of the ride.If the seat belt does not latch, you may not ride.