Six Flags Over Georgia, in Austell, holds many memories for visitors, as it opened on June 16, 1967—some of the rides are even older. While some favorites have certainly stood the test of time, newer additions have brought a little edge for the adrenaline junkies. From the relaxing to the straight up extreme, these are our favorite rides at Six Flags Over Georgia.
The Scream Machine
An American classic, the monster wooden coaster was built in 1973, and is just as exciting now as when it opened. A compilation of steep drops lift riders out of their seat, and every so often the park sets up the carts to go backwards! The Scream machine is one of the few remaining coasters that truly holds on to the early days of American theme parks, and although a bumpy ride, we really hope this piece of history sticks around.
Sky Buckets
Extending from one end of the park to another, these cable cars are a good way to see the layout of the entire area. Setting 100 feet in the air, the Sky Buckets have been leisurely transporting families across the park for over 50 years.
Goliath
There’s a reason it’s called Goliath—the first hill reaches 170 feet, and will make the hair on the back of your neck stand up. Traveling up the mammoth hill is the scariest part, and once you tip over the top, you’re off on a 70 mile an hour frenzy of twists and turns. Goliath doesn’t go upside down, because if it did, it just might be too intense!
Monster Mansion
Formerly known as the Monster Plantation, this quirky haunted house leans on the lighter hearted side, with a group of animatronic country folk, I mean monsters, guiding your boat along a river that weaves inside a white mansion. But once the boat veers the wrong way, you’re in a bit of trouble for a brief moment. Being slightly scary, it’s still a classic family ride suitable for most.
SplashWater Falls
This boat ride is short and sweet, typically making lines fast moving. One boat can seat up to 20 people. After climbing a steep incline, the vessel glides into a rushing luge of water, which whips around and connects to a 60 foot drop into a pool of water. Yes—it’s a massive splash that even waves over bystanders on the nearby bridge. Expect to get drenched!
Twisted Cyclone
New for the 2018 season is the Twisted Cyclone, which regretfully replaced the old wooden version that’s been a staple for many years. But there’s high hopes for the steel reconstruction, which heavily pays tribute to the former—however some upside down twists have been added. If it’s anything like the old Cyclone, it’s going to be a blast, minus the notorious migraine many would get from the jerky, aged coaster.
The Log Jamboree
Seriously, the classics make up the majority of the best rides in Six Flags. Mimicking a thrilling river ride, passengers float through water filled flumes in a log-style boat. You will get wet, but it’s the perfect “in-between”, because the Jamboree won’t soak passengers like Splashwater Falls or Thunder River will. There’s just enough downhill excitement to make it fun for adults, but tame enough for kids. Smile for the camera on the last hill.
The Superman
Everything about the Superman defies traditional coaster construction—your ankles are locked in after the harness is pulled over your head, then once all is secure passengers are lifted into a position parallel to the ground—basically, you are in flying position. There’s nothing quite like zooming head first down the initial hill, ultimately cruising through tunnels and going head first into a downward sloping loop. You’ll feel like you’re actually flying.
Thunder River
You may get wet, you may not, that’s the fun of the wild circular raft that propels down man-made rapids. The large rubber raft bounces off rocks and jumps down inclines, while still being family friendly. But someone will get totally doused when the raft drifts under a large waterfall toward the end, so consider wearing water resistant gear to the park.
The Carousel
In 1908, the gorgeous, detailed Riverview Carousel was constructed in Chicago. Magic emanates from the traditional masterpiece with 60 hand carved horses, and kids young and old come to ride this piece of history. It’s truly a piece of American memorabilia, and is most beautiful sitting on the hill at night, when all of the lights are twinkling.
