Six Flags Over Georgia
Dahlonega Mine Train
OPENED: 1967
MANUFACTURER: Arrow
HEIGHT: 37 feet
TOP SPEED: 30 mph
INVERSIONS: not happening
HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS: 42 inches
One of the oldest attractions in the park (and certainly the oldest coaster), the Dahlonega Mine Train is a traditional mine train. In the world of mine trains, it breaks down like this: you’re either Big Thunder Mountain Railroad or you’re not. I’ve met Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. I’ve ridden Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. And you, Dahlonega Mine Train, are no Big Thunder Mountain Railroad.
That doesn’t mean the Dahlonega Mine Train is a bad ride. Far from it, actually. My biggest issue is the fact that none of the elements are hidden much. The key to a good mine train is having that “out of control” feeling that is aided immensely by not always seeing what’s coming up. The helix here is completely exposed – most other mine trains mask the helix via tunneling or at least a couple of strategically placed obstructions. That way, you don’t know when the helix is going to end. On Dahlonega, you need only turn your head slightly to figure out exactly what’s coming up next.
I will give the ride this, however - that last drop really is surprising. Once the ride seems to have petered out, there's still one extra drop just to wake everyone up.
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