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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa155.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/1026893/top-10-scary-roller-coasters-in-the-united-states/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/1026893/top-10-scary-roller-coasters-in-the-united-states/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.sheknows.com\/living\/articles\/1026893\/top-10-scary-roller-coasters-in-the-united-states\/","crawl_time":1773938869,"first_indexed_time":1544202263,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,sheknows!www,\/living\/articles\/1026893\/top-10-scary-roller-coasters-in-the-united-states\/ s443","src_root_hash":"7928199432954385755","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"12 Scary Roller Coasters in the U.S. That Will Absolutely Terrify You","meta_descriptions":["Do you have the guts to take on America's scariest roller coasters?"],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"12 Scary Roller Coasters in the U.S. That Will Absolutely Terrify You\nDecember 13, 2017 at 1:32pm EST\nGetty Images\nMost of us have made it onto a roller coaster at one point or another, even if it was a kiddie ride at the local fair. What most of us haven’t done is pushed our adrenaline levels to the absolute max on the scariest coasters in the country.\nIf you’d like to dip your toe into the life-flash-before-your-eyes terror of some of the most intense roller coasters ever to be designed, this is the list for you. From spiraling monstrosities to dropping hundreds of feet to coasters that reach speeds of 120 miles per hour, these rides are not for the faint of heart.\n1. The Voyage at Holiday World\nImage:\nJeremy Thompson\/Flickr\nIn Santa Claus, Indiana, Holiday World is home to some seriously quirky rides. Family owned and operated, the park’s themed areas celebrate four major holidays, including Thanksgiving. The Voyage is a relatively new wooden coaster with a surprising theme — the voyage of the pilgrims. Pilgrims aside, it’s a major thrill thanks to record-breaking air time that leaves you grabbing your safety restraints in terror.\nRelated story\nThese Are, Hands Down, the Best Theme Parks in California\n2. Kingda Ka at Six Flags Great Adventure\nImage:\nChin Yip So\/Flickr\nJackson, New Jersey, is home to the world’s tallest roller coaster. Ride trains are launched using a breathtaking hydraulic launch system to a mind-boggling height of 456 feet before plummeting back to the ground. You’ll want a souvenir photo after you take this tiger on.\nMore: \n5 of the Best Amusement Parks Europe Has to Offer\n3. The Intimidator 305 at King’s Dominion\nImage: David Fulmer\/Flickr\nThemed after NASCAR champion Dale Earnhardt, The Intimidator 305 is a steel coaster with a toe-curling drop of 300 feet. One of only a handful of U.S. coasters reaching such heights, it draws thousands of coaster enthusiasts to King’s Dominion in Doswell, Virginia.\n4. Top Thrill Dragster at Cedar Point\nImage:\nJeremy Thompson\/Flickr\nWhen it comes to coasters, there’s no better destination than Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio. This thrilling park is home to several record-breaking coasters, including Top Thrill Dragster, which reaches speeds of up to 120 mph. Though Kingda Ka surpassed it in height, the Dragster is still one of the most-terrifying rides in the United States.\nMore: \nHow to Be a Better Mom: Vacation Without Your Kids\n5. El Toro at Six Flags Great Adventure\nImage:\nAdam Ahmed\/Flickr\nThough nearby Kingda Ka towers over it, El Toro provides its own charm and thrills. Built in 2006, El Toro is a record-breaking wooden coaster with a massive drop that will have you screaming before you’re halfway down. 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You’ll want a souvenir photo after you take this tiger on.\n\n***More:*** [*5 of the Best Amusement Parks Europe Has to Offer*](https:\/\/www.sheknows.com\/living\/articles\/1116615\/best-amusement-parks-in-europe)\n\n### 3\\. The Intimidator 305 at King’s Dominion\n![The Intimidator 305 at King's Dominion](https:\/\/www.sheknows.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/03_intimidato_p5qdec.jpeg)\n\nImage: David Fulmer\/Flickr\n\nThemed after NASCAR champion Dale Earnhardt, The Intimidator 305 is a steel coaster with a toe-curling drop of 300 feet. One of only a handful of U.S. coasters reaching such heights, it draws thousands of coaster enthusiasts to King’s Dominion in Doswell, Virginia.\n\n### 4\\. 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The Voyage at Holiday World\n![The Voyage at Holiday World](https:\/\/www.sheknows.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/02_the_voyage_b7qegf.jpeg)\n\nImage: [Jeremy Thompson\/Flickr](http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/rollercoasterphilosophy\/3529117324\/)\n\nIn Santa Claus, Indiana, Holiday World is home to some seriously quirky rides. Family owned and operated, the park’s themed areas celebrate four major holidays, including Thanksgiving. The Voyage is a relatively new wooden coaster with a surprising theme — the voyage of the pilgrims. 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You’ll want a souvenir photo after you take this tiger on.\n\n***More:*** [*5 of the Best Amusement Parks Europe Has to Offer*](https:\/\/www.sheknows.com\/living\/articles\/1116615\/best-amusement-parks-in-europe)\n\n### 3\\. The Intimidator 305 at King’s Dominion\n![The Intimidator 305 at King's Dominion](https:\/\/www.sheknows.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/03_intimidato_p5qdec.jpeg)\n\nImage: David Fulmer\/Flickr\n\nThemed after NASCAR champion Dale Earnhardt, The Intimidator 305 is a steel coaster with a toe-curling drop of 300 feet. One of only a handful of U.S. coasters reaching such heights, it draws thousands of coaster enthusiasts to King’s Dominion in Doswell, Virginia.\n\n### 4\\. 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Boilerpipe Text	12 Scary Roller Coasters in the U.S. That Will Absolutely Terrify You December 13, 2017 at 1:32pm EST Getty Images Most of us have made it onto a roller coaster at one point or another, even if it was a kiddie ride at the local fair. What most of us haven’t done is pushed our adrenaline levels to the absolute max on the scariest coasters in the country. If you’d like to dip your toe into the life-flash-before-your-eyes terror of some of the most intense roller coasters ever to be designed, this is the list for you. From spiraling monstrosities to dropping hundreds of feet to coasters that reach speeds of 120 miles per hour, these rides are not for the faint of heart. 1. The Voyage at Holiday World Image: Jeremy Thompson/Flickr In Santa Claus, Indiana, Holiday World is home to some seriously quirky rides. Family owned and operated, the park’s themed areas celebrate four major holidays, including Thanksgiving. The Voyage is a relatively new wooden coaster with a surprising theme — the voyage of the pilgrims. Pilgrims aside, it’s a major thrill thanks to record-breaking air time that leaves you grabbing your safety restraints in terror. Related story These Are, Hands Down, the Best Theme Parks in California 2. Kingda Ka at Six Flags Great Adventure Image: Chin Yip So/Flickr Jackson, New Jersey, is home to the world’s tallest roller coaster. Ride trains are launched using a breathtaking hydraulic launch system to a mind-boggling height of 456 feet before plummeting back to the ground. You’ll want a souvenir photo after you take this tiger on. More: 5 of the Best Amusement Parks Europe Has to Offer 3. The Intimidator 305 at King’s Dominion Image: David Fulmer/Flickr Themed after NASCAR champion Dale Earnhardt, The Intimidator 305 is a steel coaster with a toe-curling drop of 300 feet. One of only a handful of U.S. coasters reaching such heights, it draws thousands of coaster enthusiasts to King’s Dominion in Doswell, Virginia. 4. Top Thrill Dragster at Cedar Point Image: Jeremy Thompson/Flickr When it comes to coasters, there’s no better destination than Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio. This thrilling park is home to several record-breaking coasters, including Top Thrill Dragster, which reaches speeds of up to 120 mph. Though Kingda Ka surpassed it in height, the Dragster is still one of the most-terrifying rides in the United States. More: How to Be a Better Mom: Vacation Without Your Kids 5. El Toro at Six Flags Great Adventure Image: Adam Ahmed/Flickr Though nearby Kingda Ka towers over it, El Toro provides its own charm and thrills. Built in 2006, El Toro is a record-breaking wooden coaster with a massive drop that will have you screaming before you’re halfway down. As a newer wooden coaster, it’s a smoother ride than what you’ll experience on vintage coasters. Up next: 7 More scary roller coasters in the United States A version of this article was originally published in January 2014. 1 2 Next
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You’ll want a souvenir photo after you take this tiger on. *More:* [5 of the Best Amusement Parks Europe Has to Offer](https://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/1116615/best-amusement-parks-in-europe) ### 3\. The Intimidator 305 at King’s Dominion ![The Intimidator 305 at King's Dominion](https://www.sheknows.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/03_intimidato_p5qdec.jpeg) Image: David Fulmer/Flickr Themed after NASCAR champion Dale Earnhardt, The Intimidator 305 is a steel coaster with a toe-curling drop of 300 feet. One of only a handful of U.S. coasters reaching such heights, it draws thousands of coaster enthusiasts to King’s Dominion in Doswell, Virginia. ### 4\. Top Thrill Dragster at Cedar Point ![Top Thrill Dragster at Cedar Point](https://www.sheknows.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/04_top_thrill_dragster_glezln.jpeg) Image: [Jeremy Thompson/Flickr](http://www.flickr.com/photos/32916425@N04/4069293031/) When it comes to coasters, there’s no better destination than Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio. This thrilling park is home to several record-breaking coasters, including Top Thrill Dragster, which reaches speeds of up to 120 mph. Though Kingda Ka surpassed it in height, the Dragster is still one of the most-terrifying rides in the United States. *More:* [How to Be a Better Mom: Vacation Without Your Kids](https://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/1128709/be-better-mom-vacation-without-kids) ### 5\. 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Readable Markdown	## 12 Scary Roller Coasters in the U.S. That Will Absolutely Terrify You December 13, 2017 at 1:32pm EST Getty Images Most of us have made it onto a roller coaster at one point or another, even if it was a kiddie ride at the local fair. What most of us haven’t done is pushed our adrenaline levels to the absolute max on the scariest coasters in the country. If you’d like to dip your toe into the life-flash-before-your-eyes terror of some of the most intense roller coasters ever to be designed, this is the list for you. From spiraling monstrosities to dropping hundreds of feet to coasters that reach speeds of 120 miles per hour, these rides are not for the faint of heart. ### 1\. The Voyage at Holiday World ![The Voyage at Holiday World](https://www.sheknows.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/02_the_voyage_b7qegf.jpeg) Image: [Jeremy Thompson/Flickr](http://www.flickr.com/photos/rollercoasterphilosophy/3529117324/) In Santa Claus, Indiana, Holiday World is home to some seriously quirky rides. Family owned and operated, the park’s themed areas celebrate four major holidays, including Thanksgiving. The Voyage is a relatively new wooden coaster with a surprising theme — the voyage of the pilgrims. Pilgrims aside, it’s a major thrill thanks to record-breaking air time that leaves you grabbing your safety restraints in terror. [![12 Scary Roller Coasters in the U.S. That Will Absolutely Terrify You](https://www.sheknows.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/jckehtjcltrarvfh2bfb.jpeg?w=150&h=150&crop=1) Related story These Are, Hands Down, the Best Theme Parks in California](https://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/831131/7-best-theme-parks-in-california/) ### 2\. Kingda Ka at Six Flags Great Adventure ![Kingda Ka at Six Flags Great Adventure](https://www.sheknows.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/01_kingda_ka_barlpn.jpeg) Image: [Chin Yip So/Flickr](http://www.flickr.com/photos/23203692@N03/4722410085/) Jackson, New Jersey, is home to the world’s tallest roller coaster. Ride trains are launched using a breathtaking hydraulic launch system to a mind-boggling height of 456 feet before plummeting back to the ground. You’ll want a souvenir photo after you take this tiger on. *More:* [5 of the Best Amusement Parks Europe Has to Offer](https://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/1116615/best-amusement-parks-in-europe) ### 3\. The Intimidator 305 at King’s Dominion ![The Intimidator 305 at King's Dominion](https://www.sheknows.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/03_intimidato_p5qdec.jpeg) Image: David Fulmer/Flickr Themed after NASCAR champion Dale Earnhardt, The Intimidator 305 is a steel coaster with a toe-curling drop of 300 feet. One of only a handful of U.S. coasters reaching such heights, it draws thousands of coaster enthusiasts to King’s Dominion in Doswell, Virginia. ### 4\. Top Thrill Dragster at Cedar Point ![Top Thrill Dragster at Cedar Point](https://www.sheknows.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/04_top_thrill_dragster_glezln.jpeg) Image: [Jeremy Thompson/Flickr](http://www.flickr.com/photos/32916425@N04/4069293031/) When it comes to coasters, there’s no better destination than Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio. This thrilling park is home to several record-breaking coasters, including Top Thrill Dragster, which reaches speeds of up to 120 mph. Though Kingda Ka surpassed it in height, the Dragster is still one of the most-terrifying rides in the United States. *More:* [How to Be a Better Mom: Vacation Without Your Kids](https://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/1128709/be-better-mom-vacation-without-kids) ### 5\. El Toro at Six Flags Great Adventure ![El Toro at Six Flags Great Adventure](https://www.sheknows.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/05_el_toro_eacqo9.jpeg) Image: [Adam Ahmed/Flickr](http://www.flickr.com/photos/62244443@N00/318936292/) Though nearby Kingda Ka towers over it, El Toro provides its own charm and thrills. Built in 2006, El Toro is a record-breaking wooden coaster with a massive drop that will have you screaming before you’re halfway down. As a newer wooden coaster, it’s a smoother ride than what you’ll experience on vintage coasters. #### Up next: [7 More scary roller coasters in the United States](https://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/1026893/top-10-scary-roller-coasters-in-the-united-states) A version of this article was originally published in January 2014. 1 [2](https://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/1026893/top-10-scary-roller-coasters-in-the-united-states/2/) [Next](https://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/1026893/top-10-scary-roller-coasters-in-the-united-states/2/)
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