The Jumping Dragon is Lagoon's new ride for 2009! This roundabout motion ride is circular with hills and dales creating considerable centrifugal force. The ride quickly accelerates and will run both forward and backward.
The dragon consists of a large, ornately decorated serpent-like figure with 18 carriers imbedded in its undulating body, culminating dramatically in a whipping upward 15 foot tail. As the dragon circles round and round chasing its tail, it leaps up to two meters and travels through a Chinese pagoda that is over 40 feet tall.
Seats are equipped with adjustable, locking restraints to securely hold riders. Each rider compartment will accommodate two riders - two adults, or an adult and child. Children under 46 inches in height must sit in the inside seat and be accompanied by a responsible person.
Within the queue, guests waiting to ride will walk past Foo Dog sculptures wishing them good luck. Next to the ride is a mysteriously beautiful dragon path. Those who dare, enter a spectacular sculpture of a dragon through its mouth.
Jumping Dragon is included with your Ride and Season Passports.
| GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS | |
|---|---|
| Ground Dimensions: | 58 foot radius |
| Operating Height: | 18 feet (top of tail of dragon) |
| Ride Seating Capacity: | 18 gondolas with 2 seats each, 36 riders |
| Hourly Capacity: | Approximately 720 riders per hour |
| Speed: | Up to 13 rpm |
| Height Requirements: | Under 46" must be accompanied by a supervising companion. |
| Year Installed: | 2009 |
