Iron Dragon Behind The Scenes

Iron Dragon, the world’s longest suspended coaster, opened in 1986 with a grey and red paint scheme. It originally operated with three trains, and if one took too long to leave the station, it could cause a backup on the lift. The area around the ride is nicknamed "the Jungle" by associates and was once home to the Blood on the Bayou haunt during Halloweekends.

We loved hearing about the brief experiment with virtual reality headsets in 2017-2018, which added a new dimension to the ride. Iron Dragon’s smooth, swinging motion through the trees and over the water gives it a unique character and a special place in the park’s story. The ride’s original three-train operation, the careful timing needed to avoid stacking, and its status as the longest suspended coaster in the world all add to its legend.