Operating
Status
40.2 km/h
Speed
0
Inversions
Description
Hellbender
Hellbender is Anakeesta’s Wiegand alpine-style mountain coaster. Riders sit in individual or tandem sleds and control part of the descent with manual braking while following a guided steel track through mountain scenery.
The official page lists 3,350 feet of track, speeds up to 25 mph and seven turns totaling 240 feet of drop. Single riders must meet age and height rules, while tandem rides have separate passenger and driver conditions.
- Experience: manual-brake mountain coaster with fast turns, drops and Smoky Mountain views
- Best for: thrill seekers who want a controllable mountain ride
- Good to know: coaster pass/add-on rules and weather conditions can affect access
Technical data
ModelWiegand Alpine Coaster
StatusOperating
MaterialSteel
SeatingAlpine
LaunchCable lift
RestraintSeat belt
Opening date2023
Performance
Length1,021.1 m
Speed40.2 km/h
Drop73.2 m
Inversions0
Experience & accessibility
Single riderYes
IndoorNo
LaunchedNo
Location inside the park
CoordinatesNo geolocation for this place
Access conditions
Readable summary of the rules to check before visiting the attraction.
Height requirements
7 years minimum for single riders
Value7 years
3 years minimum for tandem passengers
Value3 years
Requires accompanimentYes
16 years minimum for tandem drivers
Value16 years
Combined weight limits apply: 375 lb dry weather / 330 lb wet weather
Official limits vary by weather conditions and rider configuration.