Pennsylvania amusement parks feature world's oldest roller coasters
ALTOONA, Pa (WHTM) — Pennsylvania has plenty of roller coasters for adrenaline junkies to try. But did you know that some of the world's oldest ope...
May 10, 2023
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ALTOONA, Pa (WHTM) — Pennsylvania has plenty of roller coasters for adrenaline junkies to try. But did you know that some of the world's oldest operating coasters also call Pennsylvania home? A small amusement park named Lakemont Park in Altoona is where the world's oldest operating coaster is located. This roller coaster, called Leap the Dips opened in 1902 and is one of the last 'side friction' coasters. A side friction coaster is one that usually has a wooden track and a lack of up-stop wheels.