World’s first multi-inversion wooden roller coaster, world record set in Branson, Missouri.

“Outlaw Run is a wooden roller coaster located at Silver Dollar City in Branson, Missouri. Designed by Alan Schilke, Outlaw Run is the first wooden roller coaster manufactured by Rocky Mountain Construction (RMC) and the first wooden roller coaster with multiple inversions.

“It features a 162-foot (49 m) drop, three inversions and a top speed of 68 mph (109 km/h), making Outlaw Run the sixth-fastest wooden roller coaster in the world. Its first gradient is 81 degrees.” also the fourth steepest in the world among wooden roller coasters.

“Outlaw Run debuted with the steepest drop (81°) of any wooden roller coaster in the world at the time. It is also the fifth fastest wooden roller coaster in the world with a top speed of 68 miles per hour (109 km/h). h) Outlaw Run holds the record for the wooden roller coaster with the most inversions.” (Wikipedia)

“On August 9, 2012, Silver Dollar City officially announced that Outlaw Run would open in the second quarter of 2013. When it opens, the ride would be the only wooden roller coaster with inversions and the steepest drop on a wooden roller coaster,” the
Wikipedia says.

“At a price tag of $10 million, the ride would be the most expensive Silver Dollar City attraction in more than a decade.”

“Outlaw Run was Rocky Mountain Construction’s first wooden roller coaster. It is the sixth fastest wooden roller coaster in the world, reaching speeds of up to 68 miles per hour (109 km/h). Along the entire 2,937-foot-long (895 m) ride, riders undergo three inversions, including a double heartline roll. The park’s existing terrain (the park is located in the Ozark Mountains) will be used to construct a 107-foot (33 m) lift hill, translating into a first fall over a length of 162 feet (49 m).”

“But beware – rumor has it that a renegade outlaw and his ruthless gang are waiting to ambush your stagecoach on the way! The $10 million ride sends passengers through the Ozark Mountains on a groundbreaking wooden roller coaster that features several firsts, “The
official website says.

“Outlaw Run® features the world’s first and only double barrel roll on a wooden coaster with a 720 degree (double) barrel roll. Over and beyond:
– Outlaw Run® is the only wooden roller coaster that turns upside down three times.

– When it debuted, Outlaw Run® was the steepest wooden roller coaster in the world, with an initial drop of 162 feet (over 16 stories) at 81 degrees.
– Outlaw Run® is one of the fastest wooden roller coasters in the world, reaching a top speed of 68 miles per hour.

“The $10 million ride sends passengers through the Ozark Mountains on a groundbreaking wooden roller coaster that features several firsts,” the said
official website says.

“Outlaw Run^® has the
the world’s first and only double barrel roll on a wooden roller coasterwith a 720 degree (double) barrel roller. Additionally:

– Outlaw Run® is that
The only wooden coaster must be turned upside down three times.
– When it debuted, Outlaw Run® was the steepest wooden roller coaster in the world, with an initial drop of 162 feet (over 16 stories) at 81 degrees.
– Outlaw Run® is one of the fastest wooden roller coasters in the world, reaching a top speed of 68 miles per hour.

“Outlaw Run is another exciting example of why Silver Dollar City is Branson’s oldest and most popular paid attraction,” said Tammy Johnson, director of operations for the Branson Tourism Center, one of Branson’s largest and most respected vacation planning services
Branson Tourism Center says.



“What more could a roller coaster enthusiast ask for, as Outlaw Run joins the park’s two other world-class roller coaster rides: PowderKeg, an air-launched roller coaster that accelerates from 0 to 53 miles per hour in just 2.8 seconds , and the legendary “Wildfire”. Multi-loop steel roller coaster at 66 miles per hour.”

“Outlaw Run is a wooden roller coaster at Silver Dollar City amusement park in Branson, Missouri. The ride was the first wooden roller coaster manufactured by Rocky Mountain Construction. The new $10 million ride will soar passengers through the Ozark Mountains on a wooden roller coaster that includes several firsts,” the release said
Relax in Branson says.

“Outlaw Run features the world’s first and only double barrel roll on a wooden roller coaster with a 720 degree (double) barrel roll. It is the only wooden roller coaster to turn upside down with a record-breaking three inversions; The steepest wooden roller coaster in the world.” The roller coaster, with a first drop of 162 feet (over 16 stories) at 81 degrees and the second fastest wooden roller coaster in the world, was voted the best new ride of 2013 worldwide with a top speed of 68 miles per hour.


Top speed: 68 mph (109 km/h)
Opened: March 15, 2013
Duration: 1 minute 27 seconds
Reversals: 3
Material: wood

“After a year of construction and international monitoring by thrill ride enthusiasts, Outlaw Run opened with proof that such extreme elements as the Double Barrel Roll can actually be performed on a wooden roller coaster,” he said
official press release says.

“We wanted to offer our guests a new, exciting ride that is unlike any other in the world,” said Brad Thomas, senior vice president of Silver Dollar City Attractions. “This high-tech wooden roller coaster with never-before-seen thrill elements raises the bar in the world of amusement rides to a whole new level.”

“Silver Dollar City, recognized for theme development, designs attractions with storylines based on true history. Set in an authentic stagecoach depot, Outlaw Run extends beyond the outskirts of the capital, where politeness goes down and outlaws might lurk. Stagecoach passengers enter untamed territory where a wild chase can break out at any time.

“The new $10 million ride sends passengers through the Ozark Mountains on a wooden roller coaster that features several “world-first” features:

• The world’s first and only double barrel roll on a wooden roller coaster – a 720 degree double barrel roll
• The world’s steepest drop on a wooden roller coaster – a 16-story drop at 81 degrees, almost vertical
• The only wooden roller coaster in the world that turns upside down with a record-breaking three inversions
• Second Fastest Wooden Roller Coaster in the World – Top speed of 68 miles per hour, the world’s fastest wooden roller coaster on steel wheels

“Silver Dollar City, recognized for theme development, designs attractions with storylines based on true history. Set in an authentic stagecoach depot, Outlaw Run extends beyond the outskirts of the capital, where politeness goes down and outlaws might lurk. Stagecoach passengers head into “untamed territory where a wild goose chase can break out at any time,” said the
official press release says.

“The ride takes advantage of the natural mountain terrain, with “stagecoach” trains taking riders on a journey of unexpected falls, thrilling twists and rolling reversals. Riders float through nine locations where they will experience “airtime” – or weightlessness.

“Silver Dollar City, an 1880s-themed theme park now open for the season, features more than 30 rides and attractions, award-winning festivals and entertainment, and an authentic artisan colony of 100 residents. Silver Dollar City is the number one attraction in the family vacation destination of Branson, Missouri.

“Branson, Missouri’s Silver Dollar City, is located in the Ozark Mountains and was voted the nation’s best theme park of 2023 by loyal fans. Perhaps the fascination lies in the authentic mountain village theme of the 1880s. Attributed to the hard work of several generations of artisans, travelers have toiled for the park’s woodsy atmosphere and are treated to modern and vintage-inspired farmhouse decor.
The US Sun Reports.

“Local artisans are at the forefront of Silver Dollar City’s shops, featuring hand-carved furniture, homemade glass-blown decor and even hand-spun candy. And of course, visitors can ooh-and-ahhhhhhhhhhhhh at live performances.” The town’s location above Marvel Cave, one of the area’s oldest attractions, only adds to its ancient feel.

“Visitors can even venture 300 feet deep into the dimly lit limestone cave to take a look inside the Cathedral Room, one of the largest cave rooms in the country. Adventure seekers won’t have any complaints about the park’s attractions, which include Outlaw Run, one of the fastest wooden roller coasters in the world.

“Two of the top ten amusement parks in the US for 2024 are right here in the Midwest! USA Today’s 10Best has named the best theme parks of the year, thanks to votes from their readers. In the top spot for 2024 is a park that isn’t that far from Iowa. It’s Silver Dollar City in Branson, Missouri!” The
98.1 KHAK Reports.

“Notable rides at Silver Dollar City include The Flooded Mine, Outlaw Run, Fire in the Hole, Thunderation and Time Traveler, the “fastest, steepest and tallest spinning roller coaster in the world.” Other attractions include live music and… shows, ten annual festivals and 100 artisans demonstrating everything from glass blowing to baking to candle making!

“And no theme park would be complete without FOOD! There are 18 different restaurants and a wide variety of options in Silver Dollar City. A Tripster article states that the park is “known worldwide for its delicious stir-fries” which can be purchased at Buckshot’s Skillet Cookery, Dockside Grill and Lumbercamp Falls Skillet. Rivertown Smokehouse also offers delicious BBQ, hand-dipped corn dogs, and tater twists, also known as skewer-twisted fried potatoes.