Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Ride the legendary Comet at Hersheypark from the front row! 🎢

Opened in 1946, Comet is one of Hersheypark’s most iconic wooden roller coasters and a true Philadelphia Toboggan Coasters (PTC) classic. With a 78-foot drop, speeds reaching 50 MPH, and over 3,300 feet of track, this timeless woodie still delivers plenty of airtime and old-school thrills nearly 80 years later.

If you enjoy classic wooden coasters, this is one ride you won’t want to miss!

🎢 Ride Stats:
• Height: 84 ft
• Drop: 78 ft
• Speed: 50 MPH
• Length: 3,360 ft
• Duration: 1:45
• Opened: May 30, 1946
• Manufacturer: Philadelphia Toboggan Coasters (PTC)

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