Calamity Mine
Height
46 ft
Speed
30 mph
Length
2,576 ft
Set against a beautifully themed, rugged wilderness backdrop, Calamity Mine sends riders embarking on a runaway train adventure through winding canyons and subterranean tunnels. The journey begins with clattering ascents that yield sweeping views before plunging into a series of rapid, sweeping turns and sudden drops close to the water and rocky terrain. Speeding past waterfalls and through rustic mine structures, the train maintains a brisk, kinetic momentum that delivers a delightfully wild rush. The rhythmic clatter of the track and the sudden directional shifts perfectly capture the chaotic charm of an out-of-control mine cart.
Technical Specifications
| Status | Operating |
|---|---|
| Type | Sit-Down |
| Propulsion | Chain Lift |
| Opened | 1992 |
| Manufacturer | Vekoma |
| Designer | Peter Clerx, Ing Buro Stengel GmbH |
| Height | 46 ft |
| Max Speed | 30 mph |
| Length | 2,576 ft |
| Duration | 2 minutes 20 seconds |
| Capacity | 1,600 riders per hour |