SkyScraper (Cedar Point)

Ride
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SkyScraper
SkyScraper in 2014
Cedar Point
Location Sandusky, Ohio, USA
Status Defunct
Operated 2008 to 2015
Valleyfair
Location Shakopee, Minnesota, USA
Operated May 14, 2005 to 2007
Dorney Park
Location Allentown, Pennsylvania, USA
Operated 2000 to 2004
Statistics
Manufacturer Gravity Works
Product SkyScraper
Type
Capacity 4 per cycle
Height 160 feet
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SkyScraper was a Booster built by Gravity Works. It operated as an up-charge attraction at three different parks owned by Cedar Fair.

History

SkyScraper operated at Dorney Park from 2000 to 2004.[1] From May 14, 2005 to 2007, SkyScraper operated at Valleyfair. It was situated within Wild Thing's helix.[2][3]

The attraction opened at Cedar Point in 2008, situated outwith the park in a separate area called Challenge Park.[4] It was removed after the 2015 season.[5]

Images

References

  1. "Anything but tame mighty Wild Mouse, Camp Snoopy pace Dorney Park opening".
  2. "Valleyfair Adding Skyscraper Thrill Ride For 2005". Ultimate Rollercoaster.
  3. "Skyscraper Leaving Valleyfair!". NewsPlusNotes.
  4. "Cedar Point gets Skyscraper". Park World Online.
  5. "Cedar Point removing Shoot the Rapids, Challenger go-carts and Catapult attractions". Akron Beacon Journal.


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