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The Beast
Record-setting wooden coaster threading through secluded woods, tunnels and a legendary helix.
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Roller coaster
High thrill
48"
min height
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Before you ride
Long, rough-feeling wooden coaster with dark tunnels.
Expert tip (Nov 2026)
Save a night ride for the last part of your visit if the line permits.
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The Beast stats
The Beast is a 110-foot roller coaster at Kings Island that reaches 65 mph and drops 141 feet. It was built by Kings Island / Charlie Dinn, opened in 1979 and lasts about 4 minutes. Riders must be at least 48 inches tall.
- Type
- Roller coaster
- Manufacturer
- Kings Island / Charlie Dinn
- Model
- Custom wooden coaster
- Opened
- 1979
- Track length
- 7,361 ft
- Top speed
- 65 mph
- Height
- 110 ft
- Drop
- 141 ft
- Inversions
- 0
- Duration
- 4 min 10 sec
- Height requirement
- 48 in
💡 Fun facts
- World’s longest wooden roller coaster
- 540-degree enclosed helix
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