New 3,375-foot mountain coaster opening at the Golden Skybridge

A new and developing tourist experience just outside Golden is getting even better this year with the addition of a 3,375-foot mountain coaster.

The Railrider Mountain Coaster will open at the Golden Skybridge in May and the company behind it all, Pursuit, says it will be the fastest and largest mountain coaster in Canada.

“Following the launch of Canada’s highest suspension bridges, in one of the most stunning mountain locations, our goal is to continue to impress and amaze our guests by building new attractions,” said GM Tristan MacLaggan.

“Our commitment to creating an iconic outdoor attraction brings the addition of Western Canada’s newest – and largest – mountain coaster, adding another exhilarating experience to the mountain attraction.”

A trip on the Railrider Mountain Coaster will race you through an old growth forest, taking riders 1,180 feet up the canyon before they descend 2,195 feet and reach speeds of up to 40 km/h.

Riders will then coast under the lush canopy, around a 360-degree loop and through a 50-foot tunnel before finally shooting out onto a cantilever that extends over the Columbia Valley.

“Our location is so beautiful, it was so important to maintain the integrity of the forest and protect the beautiful old growth trees,” MacLaggan added. “The coaster is carefully integrated into the forest, which complements the overall experience.”

The new coaster has advanced technology that allows riders to choose their own speed and adventure, along with safety features to suit every comfort level.

You can learn more about all of the adventures available at the Golden Skybridge through the Pursuit website.