Washington's first alpine coaster to open near Leavenworth

[Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin]

Washington State’s first alpine coaster is set to open June 1 near Leavenworth, according to a media release.

Leavenworth Adventure Park is set on a mountain at the entrance to the Tumwater Canyon.

Riders can enjoy a tour of Tumwater Canyon, Icicle Ridge, the Wenatchee River rapids, and the town of Leavenworth at a full speed of 27 mph or riders can use the brakes and coast along the track’s three-helix circles, drops, and curves.

Each sled holds one to two people and includes tamper-proof safety belts.

https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/washingtons-first-alpine-coaster-open-near-leavenworth/LKXWXB3S6NDTPMAIHXN2JJXWD4/

Looks like fun I just wonder how safe it is. One group might take their time on a run while some hot dogger behind them might push it full speed.

[oldtime dfl_er]

1. This does sound fun

Haven't been to Leavenworth since before the pandemic but this might get me over there!

[SeattleVet]

2. The coasters have a distance control system to keep them separated.

These are pretty common in Europe, and from what I can find have an excellent safety record. Looks like fun, but I have a heart condition and they specifically mention that in their 'do not ride if...' docs.

Love Leavenworth...might have to make a trip out there soon. Our favorite restaurant is Andreas Keller. The owner knows a chef in Munich and used to go there once or twice a year and get new recipes and techniques. A few years ago I asked about a dish I used to get in Germany, and she told me to let her know a week or so in advance of our next visit and she'd make sure it was on the menu. Her sister had Cafe Mozart upstairs from this place.