Six Flags Over Georgia opened on June 16, 1967, in Mableton, Georgia, becoming the second park in the Six Flags chain after the original Six Flags Over Texas. Spanning 290 acres near Atlanta, the park made history at launch as the first theme park operator in the United States to run multiple locations simultaneously. Over nearly six decades it has grown into one of the Southeast’s largest amusement parks, drawing visitors with a lineup of 12 roller coasters, themed entertainment lands, and an adjoining water park.
The park’s coaster collection spans generations and records: The Riddler Mindbender debuted in 1978, marketed as the world’s first triple-loop roller coaster — a claim based on counting its two vertical loops and a diving helix as three elements. Designed by Werner Stengel and built by Anton Schwarzkopf, it features two genuine inversions. Goliath, a Bolliger & Mabillard hyper coaster that opened in 2006, towers 200 feet and reaches 70 mph, consistently earning recognition in Amusement Today’s Golden Ticket Awards. In 2025 the park added Georgia Gold Rusher, the world’s first Ultra Surf roller coaster from Intamin, continuing its tradition of landmark firsts.
Stats at a Glance
- Location: Mableton, Georgia (near Atlanta)
- Opened: June 16, 1967
- Acreage: 290 acres (120 hectares)
- Roller Coasters: 12 operating coasters
- Water Park: Hurricane Harbor Atlanta (included with admission, opened 2014)
- Operator: Six Flags
- Flagship Coaster: Goliath — 200 ft tall, 70 mph (B&M, opened 2006)
- Notable First: The Riddler Mindbender (1978), marketed as the world’s first triple-loop coaster; features two vertical loops and a diving helix
A Legacy of Coaster Firsts
Six Flags Over Georgia has a well-documented history of introducing record-breaking attractions. When The Riddler Mindbender (originally called Mind Bender) opened on March 31, 1978, it was marketed as the world’s first triple-loop roller coaster — a label that counted its two vertical loops and a signature diving helix as three elements. Designed by Werner Stengel and built by Anton Schwarzkopf, the coaster features two genuine inversions. It received a major refurbishment in 2021, reopening with new B&M trains and a fresh coat of paint as part of the park’s Gotham City expansion. Most recently, Georgia Gold Rusher launched in 2025 as the world’s first Ultra Surf model from Intamin, adding another landmark to the park’s long record of industry firsts.
Goliath remains the park’s centerpiece thrill machine. The Bolliger & Mabillard hyper coaster opened on April 1, 2006, and sends riders 175 feet down its first drop before reaching a top speed of 70 mph across 4,480 feet of steel track. The layout includes six camelback hills and a 540-degree helix, delivering sustained airtime and high-speed sweeps that have kept it a perennial Golden Ticket Award contender.
Beyond the Coasters
While the roller coasters headline the experience, Six Flags Over Georgia offers considerably more. Hurricane Harbor Atlanta, an on-site water park included with general park admission since 2014, features an 800,000-gallon wave pool and multiple slide complexes — a significant value-add during Georgia’s warm summer season. The park’s themed lands blend Georgian history with Warner Bros. IP, including Gotham City, Metropolis Park, and Bugs Bunny Boomtown, giving families a variety of pacing options between thrill rides.
The Riverview Carousel, operating at the park since 1972, is a genuine historical artifact: a 1908 Philadelphia Toboggan Company carousel that was originally installed at Chicago’s Riverview Park and is one of only three surviving five-abreast carousels in the world. It stands as a quiet counterpoint to the park’s record-chasing coasters and reflects the breadth of what Six Flags Over Georgia preserves alongside what it builds.
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Six Flags Over Georgia FAQs
Where is Six Flags Over Georgia located?
The park is located in Mableton, Georgia, on Six Flags Road near Austell, roughly 15 miles northwest of downtown Atlanta.
How many roller coasters does Six Flags Over Georgia have?
As of 2025, the park operates 12 roller coasters, ranging from the family-friendly Dahlonega Mine Train to the 200-foot Goliath hyper coaster.
Is Hurricane Harbor Atlanta included with Six Flags Over Georgia admission?
Yes. Hurricane Harbor Atlanta, the adjoining water park, has been included with the price of general Six Flags Over Georgia admission since it opened for the 2014 season.
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