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Summertime and roller coasters just go hand-in-hand. Fortunately, we live in a state that’s bursting with thrilling modern and classic roller coasters – like the Phoenix at Knoebels Amusement Resort in Elysburg. The traditional coaster, in fact, snagged the title of the top wooden roller coaster in the United States for 2020.

Home to the top wooden roller coaster in the United States, Knoebels Amusement Resort is the largest free-admission amusement park in the country.
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You can either buy an all-day pass or tickets just for those rides you plan to try. Whichever you choose, you'll definitely want to ride The Phoenix.
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For the past nine years, the Phoenix has earned the title of the best wooden roller coaster in the United States by the National Amusement Park Historical Association.
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Since it opened in 1985, the Phoenix has been one Knoebels' most popular rides. The wooden roller coaster has secured the title of best wood roller coaster 14 times since 2000.
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Coming in right behind the Phoenix is the Jack Rabbit, a more than a century-old roller coaster at Kennywood Park in Pittsburgh.
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While the Phoenix topped the best wooden roller coaster list, Knoebels Amusement Resort also gained recognition as the country's second-best traditional amusement park. Kennywood Park came in first.
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Next time you visit Knoebels Amusement Resort, climb onto the Phoenix before checking out the park's other popular rides - from the classic Giant Wheel to the Bumper Cars.
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If one day at the classic amusement park isn't enough, consider a stay at one of the resort's campgrounds or cottages.
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Click here for the official website of Knoebels Amusement Resort. Or, go here for Facebook.
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Have you been on the top wooden roller coaster in the United States yet? Is it your favorite roller coaster? Let us know in the comments! Did you know that these nine inventions came from right here in PA?

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Knoebels Amusement Resort, 391 Knoebels Blvd, Elysburg, PA 17824, USA