Leap-the-Dips Roller Coaster
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Historical sign describing the oldest roller coaster in the world. The Leap the Dips. A National Historical Landmark.
Waymark Code: WM13JRQ
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 12/26/2020
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The Leap the Dips is the oldest operating roller coaster in the world. Built in 1902. It is the last know ride of this type. stop by when the park is open and take a ride.
Marker text: Built here in 1902 by e. Joy Morris of Philadelphia. It was among some 250 side-friction figure eight coasters in North America. It became the last known ride of this type and the worlds oldest known operating roller coaster. A National Historic Landmark.
Marker Name: Leap-the Dips Roller Coaster
County: Blair
Date Dedicated: 11/28/2000
Marker Type: City
Location: Lakemont Park 700 Park Avenue, Altoona
Category: Sports and Recreation
Website: [Web Link]
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