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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa131.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.huffpost.com\/entry\/the-13-scariest-roller-co_b_7088382","crawl_time":1774145220,"first_indexed_time":1541384412,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,huffpost!www,\/entry\/the-13-scariest-roller-co_b_7088382 s443","src_root_hash":"7163340351271652531","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"The 13 Scariest Roller Coasters in America | HuffPost Life","meta_descriptions":["Hold onto your hats, thrill-seekers."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"\"Pfft. Roller coasters are for\nkids\n, right?\" is what you're probably thinking. Well, some are, but unless they're some kind of freakishly tall mutant children, they most likely wouldn't be allowed on the following über-exhilarating (and often terrifying) coasters, for whom the words \"DOOM,\" \"FURY,\" and \"CANNIBAL\" are commonplace descriptors (for some reason).\nWithout further ado, here are the 13 scariest roller coasters in America -- hold onto your hats, thrill-seekers. Or just leave them with your buddy who was too afraid to go.\nCannibal\nLagoon Amusement Park\nFarmington, UT\nScariest feature:\nA 116-degree drop. Yup.\nHeight\/max speed:\n208ft\/70mph\nCannibal isn't even open yet, and it's already scaring the bejesus out of us (seriously, can we borrow some of your bejesus?). Its 116-degree drop is one of the world's steepest, and it careens passengers directly through a tunnel that dives headlong into a 208ft tower.\nEl Toro\nSix Flags Great Adventure\nJackson, NJ\nScariest feature:\nMultiple instances of what's called the \"headchopper\" effect\nHeight\/max speed:\n181ft\/70mph\nYou'll be seeing red after riding wooden powerhouse El Toro (and possibly nothing at all during it; your eyes might close due to sheer exhilaration), and there's no denying that its 70mph speeds are impressive, especially since you'll feel weightless for so much of the ride (wooden roller coasters are good at this sort of thing).\nFury 325\nCarowinds\nCharlotte, NC\nScariest feature:\nTallest traditional chain-lift roller coaster in the world at 325ft\nHeight\/max speed:\n325ft\/95mph\nFury 325 is so-named because it's 325ft tall (and not, in fact, because it tried to get the AIM screen name \"Fury\" and was told it had already been taken), and the first ascent feels like an eternity, partially owing to the fact that the older chain-lift technology really amps up the feeling of anticipation. Once you're barreling down the first 81-degree drop at 95mph, though, you'll become immediately aware of how much precious time you have left on this thing.\nGateKeeper\nCedar Point\nSandusky, OH\nScariest feature:\nTallest and fastest wing coaster, with six inversions\nHeight\/max speed:\n170ft\/67mph\nThe wing seats of GateKeeper at Cedar Point (the Mecca of roller coasters in America) flare out on either side of the vehicle, so you're basically flying already as you navigate the myriad twists and turns of this coaster. You'll also pass through two extremely narrow keyholes, so if you're Shawn Bradley, maybe sit this one out.\nGoliath\nSix Flags Great America\nGurnee, IL\nScariest feature:\nAt 180ft and 85 degrees, the longest and steepest drop of any wooden roller coaster\nHeight\/max speed:\n165ft\/72mph\nGoliath, in addition to the stats we listed above, is the fastest wooden roller coaster out there, has two zero-gravity stalling areas, is quieter than most drape runners, and has much better branding than any of the rides at Six Flags \"Pretty Good\" America could even dream of.\nIntimidator 305\nKings Dominion\nDoswell, VA\nScariest feature:\nMultiple low-to-the-ground hairpin turns\nHeight\/max speed:\n305ft\/90mph\nFortunately for all of us, the Dale Earnhardt-themed Intimidator 305's design is pretty dissimilar to a NASCAR track. Its longest drop is 300ft at an 85-degree angle, but its real fear factor lies in its banking ability, which is on full display when it stops just short of the ground to veer off in any number of directions.\nMore from Thrillist:\nRelated\nfun\nAmusement Parks\nadrenaline\nFun Stuff\namusement-park-rides","attrs_markdown":"[Skip to Main Content](https:\/\/www.huffpost.com\/entry\/the-13-scariest-roller-co_b_7088382#main)\n\n×\n\nYou Make Our Work Possible\n\nAt a time when many newsrooms are shrinking, your support is more important than ever. 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Become a HuffPost member today.\n\n[Support HuffPost](https:\/\/www.huffpost.com\/support?utm_campaign=banner-web)\n\nAlready a member? [Log in to hide these messages.](https:\/\/login.huffpost.com\/login?dest=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.huffpost.com%2Fentry%2Fthe-13-scariest-roller-co_b_7088382%3Fhp_auth_done%3D1)\n\n# The 13 Scariest Roller Coasters in America\nHold onto your hats, thrill-seekers.\n\nBy\n\n[Thrillist, ContributorEverything worth caring about in food, drink, and travel](https:\/\/www.huffpost.com\/author\/thrillist)\n\nEverything worth caring about in food, drink, and travel\n\nApr 17, 2015, 02:09 PM EDT\n\n\\|\n\n**Updated** Dec 6, 2017\n\nThis post was published on the now-closed HuffPost Contributor platform. Contributors control their own work and posted freely to our site. If you need to flag this entry as abusive, [send us an email.](mailto:corrections@huffingtonpost.com)\n\n![](https:\/\/img.huffingtonpost.com\/asset\/5b9eb1072600003300806117.jpeg?ops=scalefit_720_noupscale)\n\n*By: [Adam Lapetina](http:\/\/www.thrillist.com\/authors\/adam-lapetina?utm_source=huffingtonpost&utm_medium=syn&utm_term=web&utm_campaign=travel)*\n\n\"Pfft. Roller coasters are for *kids*, right?\" is what you're probably thinking. Well, some are, but unless they're some kind of freakishly tall mutant children, they most likely wouldn't be allowed on the following über-exhilarating (and often terrifying) coasters, for whom the words \"DOOM,\" \"FURY,\" and \"CANNIBAL\" are commonplace descriptors (for some reason).\n\nWithout further ado, here are the 13 scariest roller coasters in America -- hold onto your hats, thrill-seekers. Or just leave them with your buddy who was too afraid to go.\n\nAdvertisement\n\n**[More: 10 of the World's Wildest Water Parks](http:\/\/www.thrillist.com\/travel\/nation\/world-s-wildest-water-parks-wet-n-wild-blizzard-beach-in-florida?utm_source=huffingtonpost&utm_medium=syn&utm_term=web&utm_campaign=travel&vc=4014)**\n\n**Cannibal**  \n**Lagoon Amusement Park**  \n*Farmington, UT*  \n**Scariest feature:** A 116-degree drop. Yup.  \n**Height\/max speed:** 208ft\/70mph  \nCannibal isn't even open yet, and it's already scaring the bejesus out of us (seriously, can we borrow some of your bejesus?). Its 116-degree drop is one of the world's steepest, and it careens passengers directly through a tunnel that dives headlong into a 208ft tower.\n\n[![2015-04-17-1429293457-3299371-ElToro.jpg](https:\/\/images.huffingtonpost.com\/2015-04-17-1429293457-3299371-ElToro-thumb.jpg)](http:\/\/images.huffingtonpost.com\/2015-04-17-1429293457-3299371-ElToro.jpg)  \n*Credit: [Flickr\/Jeffrey Kontur](https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/jeff_kontur\/)*\n\n**El Toro**  \n**[Six Flags Great Adventure](https:\/\/www.sixflags.com\/greatadventure)**  \n*Jackson, NJ*  \n**Scariest feature:** Multiple instances of what's called the \"headchopper\" effect  \n**Height\/max speed:** 181ft\/70mph  \nYou'll be seeing red after riding wooden powerhouse El Toro (and possibly nothing at all during it; your eyes might close due to sheer exhilaration), and there's no denying that its 70mph speeds are impressive, especially since you'll feel weightless for so much of the ride (wooden roller coasters are good at this sort of thing).\n\nAdvertisement\n\n**Fury 325**  \n**Carowinds**  \n*Charlotte, NC*  \n**Scariest feature:** Tallest traditional chain-lift roller coaster in the world at 325ft  \n**Height\/max speed:** 325ft\/95mph  \nFury 325 is so-named because it's 325ft tall (and not, in fact, because it tried to get the AIM screen name \"Fury\" and was told it had already been taken), and the first ascent feels like an eternity, partially owing to the fact that the older chain-lift technology really amps up the feeling of anticipation. Once you're barreling down the first 81-degree drop at 95mph, though, you'll become immediately aware of how much precious time you have left on this thing.\n\n[![2015-04-17-1429293530-2800308-GateKeeper.jpg](https:\/\/images.huffingtonpost.com\/2015-04-17-1429293530-2800308-GateKeeper-thumb.jpg)](http:\/\/images.huffingtonpost.com\/2015-04-17-1429293530-2800308-GateKeeper.jpg)  \n*Credit: [Flickr\/CliffMuller](https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/cliff_robin\/)*\n\n**GateKeeper**  \n**Cedar Point**  \n*Sandusky, OH*  \n**Scariest feature:** Tallest and fastest wing coaster, with six inversions  \n**Height\/max speed:** 170ft\/67mph  \nThe wing seats of GateKeeper at Cedar Point (the Mecca of roller coasters in America) flare out on either side of the vehicle, so you're basically flying already as you navigate the myriad twists and turns of this coaster. You'll also pass through two extremely narrow keyholes, so if you're Shawn Bradley, maybe sit this one out.\n\nAdvertisement\n\n**Goliath**  \n**[Six Flags Great America](https:\/\/www.sixflags.com\/greatamerica)**  \n*Gurnee, IL*  \n**Scariest feature:** At 180ft and 85 degrees, the longest and steepest drop of any wooden roller coaster  \n**Height\/max speed:** 165ft\/72mph  \nGoliath, in addition to the stats we listed above, is the fastest wooden roller coaster out there, has two zero-gravity stalling areas, is quieter than most drape runners, and has much better branding than any of the rides at Six Flags \"Pretty Good\" America could even dream of.\n\n[![2015-04-17-1429293779-580567-Intimidator305.jpg](https:\/\/images.huffingtonpost.com\/2015-04-17-1429293779-580567-Intimidator305-thumb.jpg)](http:\/\/images.huffingtonpost.com\/2015-04-17-1429293779-580567-Intimidator305.jpg)  \n*Credit: [Flickr\/vmpyr\\_david](https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/vmpyrdavid\/)*\n\n**Intimidator 305**  \n**Kings Dominion**  \n*Doswell, VA*  \n**Scariest feature:** Multiple low-to-the-ground hairpin turns  \n**Height\/max speed:** 305ft\/90mph  \nFortunately for all of us, the Dale Earnhardt-themed Intimidator 305's design is pretty dissimilar to a NASCAR track. Its longest drop is 300ft at an 85-degree angle, but its real fear factor lies in its banking ability, which is on full display when it stops just short of the ground to veer off in any number of directions.\n\nAdvertisement\n\n**[There are 7 more terrifyingly awesome roller coasters in the full story, only at Thrillist.com\\!](http:\/\/www.thrillist.com\/travel\/nation\/the-scariest-roller-coasters-in-america-kingda-ka-intimidator-305-and-more?utm_source=huffingtonpost&utm_medium=syn&utm_term=web&utm_campaign=travel)**\n\nMore from Thrillist:\n\n[What Every US State Is the Worst At](http:\/\/www.thrillist.com\/travel\/nation\/what-every-us-state-is-the-worst-at?utm_source=huffingtonpost&utm_medium=syn&utm_term=web&utm_campaign=travel)\n\n[Things You Have to Explain to People Who've Never Worked in a Theme Park](http:\/\/www.thrillist.com\/travel\/nation\/amusement-park-secrets-known-only-to-those-who-work-in-theme-parks?utm_source=huffingtonpost&utm_medium=syn&utm_term=web&utm_campaign=travel&vc=4014)\n\nLike Thrillist on [Facebook](https:\/\/www.huffpost.com\/impact\/topic\/facebook): [www.facebook.com\/Thrillist](http:\/\/on.fb.me\/1ATacjb)\n\nRelated\n\n[fun](https:\/\/www.huffpost.com\/topic\/fun)[Amusement Parks](https:\/\/www.huffpost.com\/life\/topic\/amusement-parks)[adrenaline](https:\/\/www.huffpost.com\/topic\/adrenaline)[Fun Stuff](https:\/\/www.huffpost.com\/topic\/fun-stuff)[amusement-park-rides](https:\/\/www.huffpost.com\/life\/topic\/theme-parks)\n\n[Go to Homepage](https:\/\/www.huffpost.com\/)\n\nSuggest a correction\n\n\\|\n\n[Submit a tip](https:\/\/tips.huffpost.com\/)\n\nAdvertisement\n\n## From Our Partner\n\n## From Our Partner\nHuffPost Shopping's  \nBest Finds\n\nNewsletter Sign Up\n\nThe Good Life\n\nA completely essential daily guide to achieving the good life.\n\nSuccessfully Signed Up\\!\n\nRealness delivered to your inbox\n\nBy entering your email and clicking Sign Up, you're agreeing to let us send you customized marketing messages about us and our advertising partners. 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All rights reserved.\n\nThe Huffington Post\n\n![](https:\/\/sb.scorecardresearch.com\/p?c1=2&c2=6723616&c3=&c4=&c5=&c6=&c15=&cj=1)","attrs_readable_markdown":"\"Pfft. Roller coasters are for *kids*, right?\" is what you're probably thinking. Well, some are, but unless they're some kind of freakishly tall mutant children, they most likely wouldn't be allowed on the following über-exhilarating (and often terrifying) coasters, for whom the words \"DOOM,\" \"FURY,\" and \"CANNIBAL\" are commonplace descriptors (for some reason).\n\nWithout further ado, here are the 13 scariest roller coasters in America -- hold onto your hats, thrill-seekers. Or just leave them with your buddy who was too afraid to go.\n\n**Cannibal**  \n**Lagoon Amusement Park**  \n*Farmington, UT*  \n**Scariest feature:** A 116-degree drop. Yup.  \n**Height\/max speed:** 208ft\/70mph  \nCannibal isn't even open yet, and it's already scaring the bejesus out of us (seriously, can we borrow some of your bejesus?). Its 116-degree drop is one of the world's steepest, and it careens passengers directly through a tunnel that dives headlong into a 208ft tower.\n\n**El Toro**  \n**[Six Flags Great Adventure](https:\/\/www.sixflags.com\/greatadventure)**  \n*Jackson, NJ*  \n**Scariest feature:** Multiple instances of what's called the \"headchopper\" effect  \n**Height\/max speed:** 181ft\/70mph  \nYou'll be seeing red after riding wooden powerhouse El Toro (and possibly nothing at all during it; your eyes might close due to sheer exhilaration), and there's no denying that its 70mph speeds are impressive, especially since you'll feel weightless for so much of the ride (wooden roller coasters are good at this sort of thing).\n\n**Fury 325**  \n**Carowinds**  \n*Charlotte, NC*  \n**Scariest feature:** Tallest traditional chain-lift roller coaster in the world at 325ft  \n**Height\/max speed:** 325ft\/95mph  \nFury 325 is so-named because it's 325ft tall (and not, in fact, because it tried to get the AIM screen name \"Fury\" and was told it had already been taken), and the first ascent feels like an eternity, partially owing to the fact that the older chain-lift technology really amps up the feeling of anticipation. Once you're barreling down the first 81-degree drop at 95mph, though, you'll become immediately aware of how much precious time you have left on this thing.\n\n**GateKeeper**  \n**Cedar Point**  \n*Sandusky, OH*  \n**Scariest feature:** Tallest and fastest wing coaster, with six inversions  \n**Height\/max speed:** 170ft\/67mph  \nThe wing seats of GateKeeper at Cedar Point (the Mecca of roller coasters in America) flare out on either side of the vehicle, so you're basically flying already as you navigate the myriad twists and turns of this coaster. You'll also pass through two extremely narrow keyholes, so if you're Shawn Bradley, maybe sit this one out.\n\n**Goliath**  \n**[Six Flags Great America](https:\/\/www.sixflags.com\/greatamerica)**  \n*Gurnee, IL*  \n**Scariest feature:** At 180ft and 85 degrees, the longest and steepest drop of any wooden roller coaster  \n**Height\/max speed:** 165ft\/72mph  \nGoliath, in addition to the stats we listed above, is the fastest wooden roller coaster out there, has two zero-gravity stalling areas, is quieter than most drape runners, and has much better branding than any of the rides at Six Flags \"Pretty Good\" America could even dream of.\n\n**Intimidator 305**  \n**Kings Dominion**  \n*Doswell, VA*  \n**Scariest feature:** Multiple low-to-the-ground hairpin turns  \n**Height\/max speed:** 305ft\/90mph  \nFortunately for all of us, the Dale Earnhardt-themed Intimidator 305's design is pretty dissimilar to a NASCAR track. 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"Pfft. Roller coasters are for kids , right?" is what you're probably thinking. Well, some are, but unless they're some kind of freakishly tall mutant children, they most likely wouldn't be allowed on the following über-exhilarating (and often terrifying) coasters, for whom the words "DOOM," "FURY," and "CANNIBAL" are commonplace descriptors (for some reason). Without further ado, here are the 13 scariest roller coasters in America -- hold onto your hats, thrill-seekers. Or just leave them with your buddy who was too afraid to go. Cannibal Lagoon Amusement Park Farmington, UT Scariest feature: A 116-degree drop. Yup. Height/max speed: 208ft/70mph Cannibal isn't even open yet, and it's already scaring the bejesus out of us (seriously, can we borrow some of your bejesus?). Its 116-degree drop is one of the world's steepest, and it careens passengers directly through a tunnel that dives headlong into a 208ft tower. El Toro Six Flags Great Adventure Jackson, NJ Scariest feature: Multiple instances of what's called the "headchopper" effect Height/max speed: 181ft/70mph You'll be seeing red after riding wooden powerhouse El Toro (and possibly nothing at all during it; your eyes might close due to sheer exhilaration), and there's no denying that its 70mph speeds are impressive, especially since you'll feel weightless for so much of the ride (wooden roller coasters are good at this sort of thing). Fury 325 Carowinds Charlotte, NC Scariest feature: Tallest traditional chain-lift roller coaster in the world at 325ft Height/max speed: 325ft/95mph Fury 325 is so-named because it's 325ft tall (and not, in fact, because it tried to get the AIM screen name "Fury" and was told it had already been taken), and the first ascent feels like an eternity, partially owing to the fact that the older chain-lift technology really amps up the feeling of anticipation. Once you're barreling down the first 81-degree drop at 95mph, though, you'll become immediately aware of how much precious time you have left on this thing. GateKeeper Cedar Point Sandusky, OH Scariest feature: Tallest and fastest wing coaster, with six inversions Height/max speed: 170ft/67mph The wing seats of GateKeeper at Cedar Point (the Mecca of roller coasters in America) flare out on either side of the vehicle, so you're basically flying already as you navigate the myriad twists and turns of this coaster. You'll also pass through two extremely narrow keyholes, so if you're Shawn Bradley, maybe sit this one out. Goliath Six Flags Great America Gurnee, IL Scariest feature: At 180ft and 85 degrees, the longest and steepest drop of any wooden roller coaster Height/max speed: 165ft/72mph Goliath, in addition to the stats we listed above, is the fastest wooden roller coaster out there, has two zero-gravity stalling areas, is quieter than most drape runners, and has much better branding than any of the rides at Six Flags "Pretty Good" America could even dream of. Intimidator 305 Kings Dominion Doswell, VA Scariest feature: Multiple low-to-the-ground hairpin turns Height/max speed: 305ft/90mph Fortunately for all of us, the Dale Earnhardt-themed Intimidator 305's design is pretty dissimilar to a NASCAR track. Its longest drop is 300ft at an 85-degree angle, but its real fear factor lies in its banking ability, which is on full display when it stops just short of the ground to veer off in any number of directions. More from Thrillist: Related fun Amusement Parks adrenaline Fun Stuff amusement-park-rides

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If you need to flag this entry as abusive, [send us an email.](mailto:corrections@huffingtonpost.com) ![](https://img.huffingtonpost.com/asset/5b9eb1072600003300806117.jpeg?ops=scalefit_720_noupscale) *By: [Adam Lapetina](http://www.thrillist.com/authors/adam-lapetina?utm_source=huffingtonpost&utm_medium=syn&utm_term=web&utm_campaign=travel)* "Pfft. Roller coasters are for *kids*, right?" is what you're probably thinking. Well, some are, but unless they're some kind of freakishly tall mutant children, they most likely wouldn't be allowed on the following über-exhilarating (and often terrifying) coasters, for whom the words "DOOM," "FURY," and "CANNIBAL" are commonplace descriptors (for some reason). Without further ado, here are the 13 scariest roller coasters in America -- hold onto your hats, thrill-seekers. Or just leave them with your buddy who was too afraid to go. Advertisement **[More: 10 of the World's Wildest Water Parks](http://www.thrillist.com/travel/nation/world-s-wildest-water-parks-wet-n-wild-blizzard-beach-in-florida?utm_source=huffingtonpost&utm_medium=syn&utm_term=web&utm_campaign=travel&vc=4014)** **Cannibal** **Lagoon Amusement Park** *Farmington, UT* **Scariest feature:** A 116-degree drop. Yup. **Height/max speed:** 208ft/70mph Cannibal isn't even open yet, and it's already scaring the bejesus out of us (seriously, can we borrow some of your bejesus?). Its 116-degree drop is one of the world's steepest, and it careens passengers directly through a tunnel that dives headlong into a 208ft tower. [![2015-04-17-1429293457-3299371-ElToro.jpg](https://images.huffingtonpost.com/2015-04-17-1429293457-3299371-ElToro-thumb.jpg)](http://images.huffingtonpost.com/2015-04-17-1429293457-3299371-ElToro.jpg) *Credit: [Flickr/Jeffrey Kontur](https://www.flickr.com/photos/jeff_kontur/)* **El Toro** **[Six Flags Great Adventure](https://www.sixflags.com/greatadventure)** *Jackson, NJ* **Scariest feature:** Multiple instances of what's called the "headchopper" effect **Height/max speed:** 181ft/70mph You'll be seeing red after riding wooden powerhouse El Toro (and possibly nothing at all during it; your eyes might close due to sheer exhilaration), and there's no denying that its 70mph speeds are impressive, especially since you'll feel weightless for so much of the ride (wooden roller coasters are good at this sort of thing). Advertisement **Fury 325** **Carowinds** *Charlotte, NC* **Scariest feature:** Tallest traditional chain-lift roller coaster in the world at 325ft **Height/max speed:** 325ft/95mph Fury 325 is so-named because it's 325ft tall (and not, in fact, because it tried to get the AIM screen name "Fury" and was told it had already been taken), and the first ascent feels like an eternity, partially owing to the fact that the older chain-lift technology really amps up the feeling of anticipation. Once you're barreling down the first 81-degree drop at 95mph, though, you'll become immediately aware of how much precious time you have left on this thing. [![2015-04-17-1429293530-2800308-GateKeeper.jpg](https://images.huffingtonpost.com/2015-04-17-1429293530-2800308-GateKeeper-thumb.jpg)](http://images.huffingtonpost.com/2015-04-17-1429293530-2800308-GateKeeper.jpg) *Credit: [Flickr/CliffMuller](https://www.flickr.com/photos/cliff_robin/)* **GateKeeper** **Cedar Point** *Sandusky, OH* **Scariest feature:** Tallest and fastest wing coaster, with six inversions **Height/max speed:** 170ft/67mph The wing seats of GateKeeper at Cedar Point (the Mecca of roller coasters in America) flare out on either side of the vehicle, so you're basically flying already as you navigate the myriad twists and turns of this coaster. You'll also pass through two extremely narrow keyholes, so if you're Shawn Bradley, maybe sit this one out. Advertisement **Goliath** **[Six Flags Great America](https://www.sixflags.com/greatamerica)** *Gurnee, IL* **Scariest feature:** At 180ft and 85 degrees, the longest and steepest drop of any wooden roller coaster **Height/max speed:** 165ft/72mph Goliath, in addition to the stats we listed above, is the fastest wooden roller coaster out there, has two zero-gravity stalling areas, is quieter than most drape runners, and has much better branding than any of the rides at Six Flags "Pretty Good" America could even dream of. [![2015-04-17-1429293779-580567-Intimidator305.jpg](https://images.huffingtonpost.com/2015-04-17-1429293779-580567-Intimidator305-thumb.jpg)](http://images.huffingtonpost.com/2015-04-17-1429293779-580567-Intimidator305.jpg) *Credit: [Flickr/vmpyr\_david](https://www.flickr.com/photos/vmpyrdavid/)* **Intimidator 305** **Kings Dominion** *Doswell, VA* **Scariest feature:** Multiple low-to-the-ground hairpin turns **Height/max speed:** 305ft/90mph Fortunately for all of us, the Dale Earnhardt-themed Intimidator 305's design is pretty dissimilar to a NASCAR track. Its longest drop is 300ft at an 85-degree angle, but its real fear factor lies in its banking ability, which is on full display when it stops just short of the ground to veer off in any number of directions. 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"Pfft. Roller coasters are for *kids*, right?" is what you're probably thinking. Well, some are, but unless they're some kind of freakishly tall mutant children, they most likely wouldn't be allowed on the following über-exhilarating (and often terrifying) coasters, for whom the words "DOOM," "FURY," and "CANNIBAL" are commonplace descriptors (for some reason). Without further ado, here are the 13 scariest roller coasters in America -- hold onto your hats, thrill-seekers. Or just leave them with your buddy who was too afraid to go. **Cannibal** **Lagoon Amusement Park** *Farmington, UT* **Scariest feature:** A 116-degree drop. Yup. **Height/max speed:** 208ft/70mph Cannibal isn't even open yet, and it's already scaring the bejesus out of us (seriously, can we borrow some of your bejesus?). Its 116-degree drop is one of the world's steepest, and it careens passengers directly through a tunnel that dives headlong into a 208ft tower. **El Toro** **[Six Flags Great Adventure](https://www.sixflags.com/greatadventure)** *Jackson, NJ* **Scariest feature:** Multiple instances of what's called the "headchopper" effect **Height/max speed:** 181ft/70mph You'll be seeing red after riding wooden powerhouse El Toro (and possibly nothing at all during it; your eyes might close due to sheer exhilaration), and there's no denying that its 70mph speeds are impressive, especially since you'll feel weightless for so much of the ride (wooden roller coasters are good at this sort of thing). **Fury 325** **Carowinds** *Charlotte, NC* **Scariest feature:** Tallest traditional chain-lift roller coaster in the world at 325ft **Height/max speed:** 325ft/95mph Fury 325 is so-named because it's 325ft tall (and not, in fact, because it tried to get the AIM screen name "Fury" and was told it had already been taken), and the first ascent feels like an eternity, partially owing to the fact that the older chain-lift technology really amps up the feeling of anticipation. Once you're barreling down the first 81-degree drop at 95mph, though, you'll become immediately aware of how much precious time you have left on this thing. **GateKeeper** **Cedar Point** *Sandusky, OH* **Scariest feature:** Tallest and fastest wing coaster, with six inversions **Height/max speed:** 170ft/67mph The wing seats of GateKeeper at Cedar Point (the Mecca of roller coasters in America) flare out on either side of the vehicle, so you're basically flying already as you navigate the myriad twists and turns of this coaster. You'll also pass through two extremely narrow keyholes, so if you're Shawn Bradley, maybe sit this one out. **Goliath** **[Six Flags Great America](https://www.sixflags.com/greatamerica)** *Gurnee, IL* **Scariest feature:** At 180ft and 85 degrees, the longest and steepest drop of any wooden roller coaster **Height/max speed:** 165ft/72mph Goliath, in addition to the stats we listed above, is the fastest wooden roller coaster out there, has two zero-gravity stalling areas, is quieter than most drape runners, and has much better branding than any of the rides at Six Flags "Pretty Good" America could even dream of. **Intimidator 305** **Kings Dominion** *Doswell, VA* **Scariest feature:** Multiple low-to-the-ground hairpin turns **Height/max speed:** 305ft/90mph Fortunately for all of us, the Dale Earnhardt-themed Intimidator 305's design is pretty dissimilar to a NASCAR track. Its longest drop is 300ft at an 85-degree angle, but its real fear factor lies in its banking ability, which is on full display when it stops just short of the ground to veer off in any number of directions. More from Thrillist: Related [fun](https://www.huffpost.com/topic/fun)[Amusement Parks](https://www.huffpost.com/life/topic/amusement-parks)[adrenaline](https://www.huffpost.com/topic/adrenaline)[Fun Stuff](https://www.huffpost.com/topic/fun-stuff)[amusement-park-rides](https://www.huffpost.com/life/topic/theme-parks)

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/Travel_and_Transportation/Specialty_Travel/Adventure_Travel		13.4%

Raw JSON

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}

ML Page Types

/Article		46.6%
/Article/Roundup		33.3%

Raw JSON

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}

ML Intent Types

Informational

99.1%

Raw JSON

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}

Content Metadata

Language

Author

null

Publish Time

2015-04-17 18:09:00 (11 years ago)

Original Publish Time

2015-04-17 18:09:00 (11 years ago)

Republished

Word Count (Total)

1,104

Word Count (Content)

558

Links

External Links

Internal Links

Technical SEO

Meta Nofollow

Meta Noarchive

JS Rendered

Yes

Redirect Target

null

Performance

Download Time (ms)

144

TTFB (ms)

127

Download Size (bytes)

70,480

Shard

131 (laksa)

Root Hash

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Unparsed URL

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