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Six Flags Magic Mountain

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"The Thrill Capital of the World"

Six Flags Magic Mountain is one of Six Flags Corporation's most recognizable amusement parks. The southern California park houses more than 40 attractions across over 260 acres. Magic Mountain, like many of Six Flags' destinations, is highly popular among tweens, teens, and adults because of its electrifying rides that send guests through thrilling courses. However, the park also features multiple fair-style rides suitable for younger audiences. Six Flags Magic Mountain's low prices make it an affordable destination for tourists and locals.

Location

Buena Park, California

Hours

Operating dates and hours vary by park

Recommended Ages

Tweens, teens, adults

Roaring Rapids water raft ride at Six Flags Magic Mountain
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Roaring Rapids water raft ride
WONDER WOMAN Flight of Courage roller coaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain
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WONDER WOMAN Flight of Courage roller coaster
Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain
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Goliath roller coaster
Arch serving as the gateway to Six Flags Magic Mountain's DC Universe area
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DC Universe area
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Riders race downhill on the Twisted Colossus roller coaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain
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Six Flags Magic Mountain amusement park

Experience exhilarating roller coasters and a variety of other attractions that make the park a top hit among thrill seekers.

Water slides at Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Los Angeles
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Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Los Angeles water park

Enjoy more than a dozen water attractions designed for guests of all ages.

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Lex Luthor: Drop of Doom & SUPERMAN: Escape from Krypton rides at Six Flags Magic Mountain
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Thrill Rides

Six Flags Magic Mountain is well-known for its pulse-pounding roller coasters and other exhilarating attractions.

Monster poses at Six Flags Magic Mountain's Fright Fest event
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Fright Fest

During the Halloween season, Six Flags Magic Mountain features haunted attractions and is taken over by frightening ghouls.

Top Attractions

Two coaster vehicles race alongside eachother on Twisted Colossus at Six Flags Magic Mountain
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Twisted Colossus

Steel and wood are used to create an iconic look and an exciting ride, complete with spirals, steep banks, and more.

THE RIDDLER’s Revenge roller coaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain
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THE RIDDLER’s Revenge

On this coaster, you’re standing throughout the entire ride, and you’ll be sent through an intense course.

X2 roller coaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain
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X2

Packed with twists, spirals, loops, towering drops, and quick speeds, X2 is an extraordinary roller coaster.

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