Pigeon Forge, TN, USA (June 18, 2012) /BUSINESS WIRE/ — Adding a second history-making coaster to The Dollywood Company’s roster, Dollywood’s Splash Country announces RiverRush, Tennessee’s first water coaster, set to open in May 2013.
“At Dollywood, we made history with Wild Eagle, the country’s first wing coaster, so I thought, why not do it again at Dollywood’s Splash Country with my new RiverRush water coaster,” Dolly Parton said. “You know me. I love making a big splash, and RiverRush is all that and a whole lot more!”
“RiverRush is a product of the next generation of water coasters, and we are thrilled that Dollywood’s Splash Country will be home to Tennessee’s first and only water coaster for families to enjoy,” said Amy Owenby, Vice President of Waterparks.
A hydromagnetic coaster, RiverRush combines all of the powerful climbs, plunging drops, thrilling twists, and tight turns of a traditional land coaster with the waterpark’s calling card — water — for the very latest in waterpark experiences.
Initially propelled by a high-speed conveyor belt, RiverRush’s four-person toboggan-style boats climb 237 feet in preparation of a plunging 25-foot, 45-degree drop. Standing four stories tall, RiverRush’s tube track takes riders past the trees as it navigates three additional drops powered by linear induction motors. What follows is a thrilling combination of multiple hairpin turns and dark tunnels, all accompanied by rushing water. The track covers more than an acre in a newly developed area near the park’s Big Bear Plunge white water rafting inspired slide.
In length, RiverRush’s track will measure 1,175 feet, just one foot less than New York City’s tallest building, One World Trade Center, dubbed Freedom Tower, which will stand 1,176 feet upon completion.
About Dollywood’s Splash Country:
Located adjacent to Dollywood theme park, Dollywood’s Splash Country is a 35-acre water adventure park located in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. Named America’s Must-See Waterpark by the International Association of Amusement Parks & Attractions, Dollywood’s Splash Country operates from Memorial Day to Labor Day and features 23 water slides, a wave pool, lazy river, leisure pool and two interactive children’s play areas. For more information, visit www.Dollywood.com.
