Lakemont Park- World's Oldest Roller Coaster
Lakemont Park, 700 Park Ave, Altoona, PA 16602, USA
About
The oldest operating roller coaster in the world... a small wooden ride from 1902 that still runs using simple side-friction design (no seatbelts, just history doing its thing). It’s located at Lakemont Park and usually a quick, low-key stop kids can actually ride. Currently not operating (as of 2024) due to funding issues, but worth keeping on your radar if restoration efforts bring it back... it’s one of those rare, “you’ll regret skipping it” experiences.