The ride
Black Diamond is a steel family enclosed roller coaster built by Philadelphia Toboggan Coasters at Knoebels Amusement Resort in Pennsylvania, having opened to the public in 2011. After 15 seasons of operation it remains one of the defining attractions on the Knoebels Amusement Resort midway, drawing repeat riders who track every subtle change to its trains, restraints and station soundtrack.
On paper the ride is a serious thrill machine. It climbs 35 ft above the park before pitching forward into its first descent. enthusiast trip-planning resources
Coasters from Philadelphia Toboggan Coasters have a recognizable signature in track shaping, train design and the way transitions are paced. Riders familiar with other Philadelphia Toboggan Coasters installations will pick up on the same DNA in Black Diamond's layout, particularly through its station design and the sound profile of the running gear.
Plan to ride Black Diamond early in the day or during the final hour before park close, when standby waits at Knoebels Amusement Resort typically drop. Single-rider lines and early-entry ticketing programs, when available at Knoebels Amusement Resort, are usually the fastest ways to get repeat rides on a busy day.