
Inside the control room for Cheetah Hunt before the park opens for the day.

Cheetah Hunt



One of the launch runs for Cheetah Hunt.

Magnets launch Cheetah Hunt riders to 60 mph.



Inside the coaster barn for Cheetah Hunt.

Work underway on one of the coaster cars.

The track runs right into the barn building.


From seats to wheels, every facet of the cars gets checked.



Park officials say all of the coaster's cars can fit inside the barn.




The view from the control room at Cobra's Curse.


Loading at Cobra's Curse is a continuous process.


It's all smiles for guests after waiting in line.


























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