The ride
Ravine Flyer II is a wood roller coaster built by The Gravity Group at Waldameer & Water World in Pennsylvania, having opened to the public in 2008. After 18 seasons of operation it remains one of the defining attractions on the Waldameer & Water World 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 85 ft above the park before pitching forward into its first descent. That opening drop measures 120 ft, long enough to pin riders against their restraints and pull a prolonged moment of weightless airtime over the lap-bar. Trains reach a top speed of 60.0 mph before the first turnaround, where the layout opens up into a sequence of lateral and vertical elements. In total the track stretches 306 ft, giving the experience a distinctly long-form feel rather than the punchy one-and-done character of many modern compact coasters. enthusiast trip-planning resources
Coasters from The Gravity Group have a recognizable signature in track shaping, train design and the way transitions are paced. Riders familiar with other The Gravity Group installations will pick up on the same DNA in Ravine Flyer II's layout, particularly through its station design and the sound profile of the running gear.
Plan to ride Ravine Flyer II early in the day or during the final hour before park close, when standby waits at Waldameer & Water World typically drop. Because top speeds exceed 60 mph, secure loose articles before queuing — phones, hats and sunglasses are best left in a locker or zipped pocket. Single-rider lines and early-entry ticketing programs, when available at Waldameer & Water World, are usually the fastest ways to get repeat rides on a busy day. broader coaster community archives
In CoasterVault's ranking tables, Ravine Flyer II currently appears in our 122nd position for fastest coasters, 101st position for biggest drops lists, reflecting where its core stats place it among operating coasters in the United States. These rankings move whenever a new installation opens, so the position should be read as a snapshot rather than a permanent record.