Carowinds amusement park in Charlotte, North Carolina, has announced a 100-foot super flume ride, set to break three world records.
Named Rip Roarin' Falls, the new attraction will feature the world's first super flume mega drop, the tallest log flume drop of its kind, at more than 100 feet.
Created by WhiteWater, a leading waterpark manufacturer, the attraction will also feature the tallest reverse drop for a water ride or flume at 42 feet and the tallest reverse camelback at 32 feet.
Concept art for the Rip Roarin' Falls record-breaking reverse camelback at Carowinds amusement park
Construction on Rip Roarin' Falls is underway, with the ride set to debut at the park in 2027. It is located on the former site of Rip Roarin' Rapids, a water ride that closed in 2019.
"This level of investment and innovation is a true testament of our team's commitment to bringing legendary attractions and world-class experiences to the Carolinas," said Bridgette Bywater, president of Carowinds.
She added: "As a new signature ride, it combines record-setting thrills and cutting-edge ride innovation—all with a 35-inch height requirement that makes it accessible for families. It's the perfect addition, sure to create lasting memories for generations of guests."
According to Carowinds, the super flume ride will be themed around an abandoned lumber mill that is rumoured to be haunted. Guests will board an eight-passenger boat for a whimsical 6-minute, 30-second adventure.
Ride theming on the new Rip Roarin' Falls ride at Carowinds that concludes with a record-breaking 100-foot plunge
The ride features two high-speed reversing switches that change the boat's direction twice, sending riders forward and backwards through 2,240 feet of surging waters and down two record-setting drops.
Rip Roarin' Falls concludes with its record-breaking 100-foot plunge, reaching speeds of 50 mph and an iconic splashdown as guests complete their journey through the picturesque terrain and encounter further surprises.
The minimum height requirement is 35 inches when accompanied by a guest 16 years or older and 41 inches when unaccompanied.
Images courtesy of Carowinds
