Single-rail roller coaster

Type of roller coaster From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

A single–rail roller coaster is a roller coaster that rides on only one rail, as opposed to the far more conventional two-rail setup of most roller coasters. The use of a single-rail design can often reduce costs in the manufacturing and construction process, and allow for a more compact ride footprint.[1] While traditionally seen on alpine coasters, since the late 2010s, a number of ride manufactuerers have produced a number of conventional rollercoasters which feature single-rail track.[2][3] The vast majority of modern single-rail coasters utilise inline (single-file) seating arrangements.

Alpine/Mountain coasters

An example of a single-rail alpine coaster.
  • Besna Pehta - Slovenia Besna Pehta, Kranjska Gora, Upper Carniola [4]
  • Bobová dráha - Slovakia Fun Park Žiarce, Pavčina Lehota, Žilina [5]
  • Bobová dráha - Czech Republic Ski Areál Kaste Petříkov, Ostružná, Olomouc [6]
  • Clézy Gliss - France Clézy Gliss, Clécy, Normandy [7]
  • Erlebnis-Rodelbahn Ruhla - Germany Erlebnis-Arena-Ruhla, Ruhla, Thuringia [8]
  • Fisser Flitzer - Austria Sommer-Funpark Fiss, Fiss, Tyrol [9]
  • Funbob – Italy Adventure Park Cimone, Sestola, Emilia-Romagna
  • The Pipe Mountain Coaster – Canada Revelstoke Mountain Resort, Revelstoke, British Columbia
  • Rail Runner - United States Anakeesta, Gatlinburg, Tennessee
  • Rowdy Bear Mountain Glider – United States Rowdy Bear Mountain, Gatlinburg, Tennessee

Rocky Mountain Construction

Rocky Mountain Construction was the first manufacturer to produce modern single-rail coasters, opening their first in 2018.[10] As of 2025, the company's only single-rail model on offer is the Raptor, an inline-seated high thrill model.[1]

More information Name, Model ...
NameModelParkCountryOpenedStatusRef.Image
Wonder Woman Golden Lasso CoasterRaptorSix Flags Fiesta TexasUnited States United States2018Operating[11]
[12]
RailBlazerRaptorCalifornia's Great AmericaUnited States United States2018Operating[13]
Jersey Devil CoasterRaptorSix Flags Great AdventureUnited States United States2021Operating[14]
Stunt PilotRaptorSilverwoodUnited States United States2021Operating[15]
Wonder Woman Flight of CourageRaptorSix Flags Magic MountainUnited States United States2022Operating
Sköll & HatiRaptorGyeongju WorldSouth Korea South Korea2024Operating[16]
Fire RunnerRaptorLost Island Theme ParkUnited States United States2025Operating
YoYRaptorWalibi HollandNetherlands Netherlands2025Operating[17]
unknown Raptor Family Kingdom Amusement Park United States United States 2026 Under Construction [18][19]
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Intamin

Intamin's primary single-rail model on offer is the Hot Racer, a launched model featuring inline seating.[2] As of 2025, three have been built.

More information Name, Model ...
NameModelParkCountryOpenedStatusRef.Image
Big DipperHot RacerLuna Park SydneyAustralia Australia2021Operating[20][21]
MahukaHot RacerWalibi Rhône-AlpesFrance France2024Operating[22][23]
UnknownHot RacerDream IslandRussia Russia2026Under construction[24][25]
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Skyline Attractions

Skyline Attractions offers a range of different single-rail models.[3] Family and kiddie models such as the P'sghetti Bowl are traditional coasters, while the Skywarp thrill model utilises two trains that are uniquely mechanically linked.[26] As of 2025, all coasters designed by Skyline are permanently closed.[27]

More information Name, Model ...
NameModelParkCountryOpenedStatusRef.
Harley Quinn Crazy Coaster (•)SkywarpSix Flags Discovery KingdomUnited States United States2018Removed[28]
[29]
Tidal Twister (•)Skywarp HorizonSeaWorld San DiegoUnited States United States2019Removed[30]
Brava!P'Sghetti BowlMASS MoCAUnited States United States2022Removed[31]
Kid Flash Cosmic CoasterP'Sghetti BowlSix Flags Fiesta TexasUnited States United States2023Removed[32]
Six Flags Over GeorgiaRemoved[33]
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(•) = track produced by Rocky Mountain Construction

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