Silver Dollar City, a well-known theme park located in the Ozark Mountains of Missouri, has announced the upcoming closure of its Thunderation roller coaster in January 2027. The park, which first opened in 1966 between Branson and Branson West, has grown over the years to offer more than 40 rides and seven roller coasters.
Introduced in 1993, the Thunderation roller coaster simulates a journey through an 1880s mine, standing at 80 feet tall and reaching speeds of up to 48 miles per hour. It has become a favorite attraction at the theme park. The final day for visitors to experience the coaster will be on January 2, 2027.
Although details on the reasons for the ride’s closure have not been officially disclosed, Silver Dollar City has hinted at new attractions in the works as part of their development plans. Commemorative memorabilia like T-shirts, hats, and mugs are available for purchase for those wishing to remember the iconic roller coaster.
In a similar trend, Fun Spot America in Atlanta, Georgia, which originally opened as Dixieland Fun Park in 1990, will be closing its doors for the last time on August 2. This news aligns with a series of closures of popular theme parks across the United States.