The height reduction didn’t slow Vertical Velocity down any, as the ride has been known to reach speeds of up to 70 mph. V2: Vertical Velocity – The ride used to be 186 feet tall but it had to be lowered down to 150 feet in order to comply with new regulations. Medusa reaches speeds of up to 65 mph and also incorporates a 'Sea Serpent' element which makes the ride even more intense. Medusa – At 150-feet-tall and 3,985-feet-long, Medusa is the longest roller coaster in Northern California and is also one of the tallest. Roar – One of the tallest wooden roller coasters in the country, Roar features Millennium Flyer trains and exceptionally tight turns which really emphasize how fast the ride moves. Speaking of roller coasters, here are a few of the more extreme rides that you can expect at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom: Divided into three sections, 'Land,' 'Sea,' and 'Sky,' Six Flags Discovery Kingdom has a plethora of rides and attractions that will appeal to every member of your family, no matter what their age is or how intense they like their roller coasters.

One of the premier theme park destinations in Northern California, Six Flags Discovery Kingdom is the place to go if you want to make the most out of your trip to the west coast.

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