Lightning Rod

Themed after a tricked out 1950s-era hot rod, Lightning Rod launches riders from 0 to 45 mph more than 20 stories up its lift hill to one of the ride’s first airtime moments. At the crest of the hill, riders face twin summit airtime hills before tackling the daring first drop. Lightning Rod races down the 165-foot drop and propels guests along its 3,800-foot track to a top speed of 73 mph, the fastest speed for a wood coaster in the world. 2024 the LSM Lift Hill was changed to a Chain Lift Hill.

Status

In operation

Category

Rollercoaster

Park

Dollywood

Manufacturer

Rocky Mountain Construction

Length

1,158.00 m

Height

62.00 m

Top speed

117 km/h

Top g-force

3.50 g

Max. tilt

73.0°

Duration

03:12 min.