Rebel Yell

Rebel Yell is an American Coaster Enthusiasts ACE Roller Coaster Landmark, a designation reserved for rides of historic significance. Designed by John C. Allen (1907-1979) of the Philadelphia Toboggan Company, the 92-foot-high wooden racing coaster opened on May 3, 1975, with each of its two tracks measuring 3,368 feet. Featured prominently in the motion picture Rollercoaster, it was chosen as the site of the world championship roller coaster marathon, which began on June 6, 1977, to help promote the new film. During that event, while three other competitors set a new 101-hour Guinness World Record, marathoners Roy Brashears, Pauls Greenwald, and Richard Much discussed the potential for a national club for roller coaster fans, which eventually led to the formation of ACE in June 1978. Rebel Yell continues to appeal to riders of all ages and remains an important part of Paramount's Kings Dominion's collection of wooden and steel roller coasters.

Virginia · United States