Six Flags Magic Mountain is a legendary theme park located about 45 minutes north of Los Angeles, in Valencia, California. And if you’re considering a trek there, you’ll likely want info about the best rides at Six Flags Magic Mountain. Because while it can be fun to go in completely fresh without any idea what the rides are like, it’s probably an even better idea to know which ones are the most popular, and which ones might be suit you and your family’s tastes. That’s why we put together this video of the best rides at Six Flags Magic Mountain. We’ve broken down our favorites to give you a better sense of what each is like, and let you pick your plan of attack with more info and preparation.
So stick around, as Viewcation presents: The Best Rides at Six Flags Magic Mountain.
Six Flags Magic Mountain boasts 19 roller coasters. Not only is this a world record for the most coasters in one amusement park, but it’s a huge reason why the park has been so popular for so many years. For example, around 3.3 million visitors walked through the entrances of Six Flags Magic Mountain in 2017, meaning it was in 16th place in terms of park attendance in all of North America.
In 1976, Magic Mountain (as it was then known) had the distinction of being the first and only park anywhere to have a looper coaster that was a full 360 degrees. It was so legendary that Universal Studios picked it as the shooting location for a movie in 1977 called Rollercoaster.
Six Flags bought Magic Mountain in 1979, and the park became known as Six Flags Magic Mountain. With it’s location around 45 minutes outside of Los Angeles, the park has traditionally had a mix of locals from LA who venture up for a day of fun and adventure, as well as tourists from all around the world who include Six Flags Magic Mountain as part of their sight seeing and activities as they visit the entertainment capital of the world.
Let’s now take a look at some of the best rides that Six Flags Magic Mountain has to offer!
Crazanity
With a name like “Crazanity,” this ride HAS to be good, right? Or at least a little bit of craziness and a little bit of insanity. To start, it has the distinction of being the “World’s Tallest Pendulum Ride.” It’s 170 feet tall, so if you’re afraid of heights, this is NOT the coaster for you. But for those of you who don’t mind being that high up in the air, Crazanity is intensely fun. The ride can get up to 75 miles per hour, and gives riders sort of a floating feeling, especially because you’re so high up in the air. Of course, it’s still moving intensely fast, so you know you’re on a roller coaster. You have to be at least 52 inches tall to ride it, so it’s not for the kiddos.
X2
Magic Mountain boasts the first 4D coaster ever in X2, so if you’re looking to be among the limited amount of people who can say they’ve ridden a roller coaster first, then this is a great chance. But there’s more to X2 than simply its novelty. This coaster is a thrill ride from start to finish. If you’re looking for a ride that gets your heart pumping and your adrenaline going, look no further. Your feet hang below the ride and you climb the first ascent backwards. That then leads to a 360-degree flip, head first, followed by a drop of 20 stories. Talk about an intense beginning! The ride has 3600-feet worth of spirals and twisting track that won’t leave you disappointed. It tops out at 75 miles per hour, and you’ll feel every bit of that as you flip through head over heels loops. What’s also interesting about X2 is that it has sets of riders on both sides of the track. And the cars are rotated at specific points in the ride. One word of warning is that X2 can make you a little dizzy because of its twisty nature. So if you’re prone to dizziness, you might want to skip this one!
Tatsu
Going to Six Flags Magic Mountain and NOT going on Tatsu would be a little like going to the movies and not getting popcorn. It’s not the end of the world, but you’ll probably be kicking yourself a little later. That’s because Tatsu is the fastest, longest, and tallest coaster on planet earth. No big deal. The first thing that’s great about it is that you’re in a prone position, so it feels like you’re flying through the air. The track is 3602 feet long, and it features the world’s highest pretzel loop. It also has the a zero-gravity roll, which is one of a kind for flying coasters. It’s not as fast as, say, X2, but it caps out and around 62 miles per hour. Plus it has a height of up to 17 stories and four instances where you flip upside down as you fly through the track. The famous flying pretzel loop is meant to really make you feel as if you’re in flight, and it lives up to its name. But it does everything incredibly smoothly, so if you’re a fan of roller coasters, especially flying coasters, you’re gonna love Tatsu.
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Superman: Escape From Krypton
Attention all speed demons… Superman: Escape From Krypton is the ride you’ve been waiting for. It’s the first coaster in the world to propel riders over 100 miles per hour. Enough said. But it’s not just pure speed that makes this ride so much fun. It’s also a tall and intensely loud ride. Basically all of your senses are gonna be firing at all cylinders. The coaster is on the shorter side at 1315 feet, but it makes up for that with its overall intensity and fun. The track heads straight into the sky at 415 feet, and riders hit that notorious 100 miles per hour mark in reverse. Some riders have found it so fun and intense at the same times that they end up laughing instead of screaming. Now that sounds like it’s something the Daily Planet would report on.
Twisted Colossus
Some consider Twisted Colossus to be the crème-de-la-creme of Six Flags Magic Mountain. And for good reason. It’s actually a remake of an older, wooden coaster by RMC. But Twisted Colossus is a combo of steel and wood, bringing into the modern era of coasters while retaining elements of the past. The tracks are made up of a steel frame on top of a wood base, and this actually adds to the enjoyment of its twists and turns. Twisted Colossus is a double track ride, meaning there’s another set of cars going at the same time, and sometimes it’s a race between the two. Sometimes you can see the other car racing above you, while other times it’s below you. Another feature of this coaster is that there seems to be a never ending barrage of rolls, steep banks, and some spirals too. The drops of Twisted Coaster are intense and amazing too. You have to be at least 48 inches to ride this one, but as long as you meet that requirement, you’re in for some thrilling delights!
Full Throttle
If it seems to you like Six Flags Magic Mountain is utterly full of world-record holders, you’re right! Full Throttle is another of these majestic record breakers. It’s the fastest (and tallest) loop coaster on the planet. It begins with an all our and intense launch, propelling you into the huge first loop. This gives riders incredible amount of hang time, which is already so much fun. It loops at 160 feet up in the air, and then does it again right away. If you’re a fan of looping coasters, this is the one for you. The three launches during the ride are all at a speed of up to 70 miles per hour. The consistent direction switches, constant looping, and combined with fun sci-fi theming makes Full Throttle a top choice for one of the Best Rides in Six Flags Magic Mountain.
The Riddler’s Revenge
Riddler’s Revenge is another record setter for Six Flags Magic Mountain. Not only is it a thrilling stand-up roller coaster, but it’s the longest, fastest, and tallest of that kind on the planet. It also sets the record for biggest loop and most upside-down ride time for stand-up coasters too. So clearly Riddler’s Revenge is nothing to be trifled with. Kinda like Jim Carrey in his green jump suit, right? Riddler’s Revenge offers an impressive 4500 feet of track length, half a dozen inversions, and several narrow corkscrews. It’s also pretty loud, adding to the overall intensity of the ride. So provided you’re ok with a stand-up coaster, Riddler’s Revenge is a thrill ride you won’t want to miss while you’re at Six Flags Magic Mountain.
So there you have it – the best rides at Six Flags Magic Mountain. Have you ridden any of these? Which of them sounds like it’s most up your alley? Let us know in the comments section below. And before you go, make sure to give this video a like, and subscribe to Viewcation if you haven’t already. Click the bell icon to stay updated on all our latest content.