The Mountain Coaster In Massachusetts That Will Take You On A Ride Of A Lifetime

The dramatic mountains of Western Massachusetts are unquestionably stunning. However, most people don't know that those gorgeous peaks are actually hiding an amazing rollercoaster that will take you whizzing through the forest!

The Thunderbolt Mountain Coaster at Berkshire East Mountain Resort is the only one of its kind in the state. Even people who can’t stand roller coasters will want to give this epic Massachusetts mountain coaster a second look. You can actually control the speed of the coaster and customize the experience to your comfort level. How incredible is that?

Hop on, buckle up, and start cruising through the trees on the ride of your life.

The Thunderbolt is North America’s longest mountain coaster!

It’s built right onto the side of a gorgeous mountain and will send you cruising through the natural forest scenery.

This incredible Massachusetts mountain coaster features two parts: the uphill portion and the downhill portion.

The uphill track will send you 1,580 up through the woods. You’ll feel like a bird effortlessly gliding up the mountainside.

The downhill track stretches over 3,870 feet of mountain. It includes swooping curves, banked corners, rolling drops, and 360-degree turns!

Not a fan of rollercoasters? No problem. This coaster actually has a braking system that YOU control as you ride, letting you go as fast or slow as you want!

You can ride the track at a gentle pace, or accelerate to G-force inducing speeds.

Each coaster car can seat two people, with one controlling the brakes and the other coming along for the ride.

The minimum rider age is just 3 years old, so you know this thing is fun for all ages.

Best of all, this experience is pretty affordable, and even more so if you sign up for multiple rides.

For more information, you can check out pricing on the Thunderbolt Mountain Coaster website.

Their opening hours are weather-dependent, but they are generally open on the weekends. The coaster tends to open for the summer season in April.

Check out the schedule and reserve your spot!

If you like rollercoasters or you’re a nature lover, you can’t miss out on this incredible hidden attraction.

When it comes to epic Massachusetts adventures, you can't do much better than this fantastic mountain coaster.

Would you take a ride on this unforgettable Massachusetts mountain coaster? Visit the official Thunderbolt Mountain Coaster website for more information on the coaster.

Check out the video below for a glimpse of the fun!

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