Alpine Coaster
Family Friendly Thrills
A Coaster That You Control!
Ride included with Funday Ticket
May to October
Mid-Nov to Feb
March to April, weather permitting
Front rider is shorter than the driver
38″ minimum height, at least 3 years old
54" minimum height to ride alone
Max combined weight 330lbs
USA Today and Park World Magazine named the Alpine Coaster one of the 10 Best Roller Coaster Rides of Your Life. Think of everything you love about roller coasters—the exhilarating speed, racing around tight turns, flying over bumps and waves. Now imagine that you are in full control of your speed, you are riding alone or with a friend and cruising down an alpine slope surrounded by Colorado’s gorgeous scenery.
The Alpine Coaster will race you down 3,400 feet of track until you gradually come to a gentle stop. While you are pulled back up the 1,000 feet to the starting point. On the return, relax, enjoy the surrounding wildflowers and think about your next rip-roaring trip down the mountain!
The fun is locked in
Unlike an alpine slide, you can’t fall out of the Alpine Coaster. Cars are affixed to the track and the ride is designed to take the tightest hair-pin turns at full speed. If you prefer a slower speed, just ease up on the throttle. Due its track system, the Alpine Coaster is able to operate year-round. Try it in winter when the mountainside is bedecked with snow and the rails are lit with thousands of fairy lights. It’s magical!
Fun Fact
The Alpine Coaster was the first ride to be installed at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park. It came about because cave tours were becoming increasingly popular. Due to long lines for the tours, park owners Steve and Jeanne Beckley thought it would be a good idea to give guests something fun to do while they waited. Turns out it was great idea! The Alpine Coaster opened in 2005 and remains a top-rated ride among park visitors.
Rider Requirements
- Guests must be at least 38” tall to ride. Guests between 38” and 54” tall must ride with a Supervising Companion. Guests must be at least 54” tall to ride alone. The front rider must be one head height shorter than the driver. 3 years of age to ride and 16 years of age to serve as a Supervising Companion.
- Maximum combined weight of 330 lbs.
- Guests with the following conditions must not ride:
- Back or neck problems
- Heart conditions
- Pregnancy
- Recent surgery, illness, or injury
- High blood pressure
- Mental disabilities that may inhibit safe operation of the sled (may ride with a Supervising Companion)
- Any other medical condition that may be aggravated by this ride
- Guests with body casts, splints, rigid brace or neck braces, may not ride. Prosthetic devices are not permitted with the exception of those below the knee.
- Guests must have the ability to sit upright and maintain control of their upper torso, head, and neck. At a minimum, Guests must have two hands with the ability to grip and two legs including the knee to drive the sled. Passengers must have at least two legs including the knee.
Save Time!
A Release of Liability Waiver (Exención Por Actividades) must be signed prior to enjoying all rides and attractions. To save yourself time, please download, print and bring this waiver with you. One waiver per person is required. Riders younger than 18 must have a parent’s or guardian’s signature on the waiver.
Bonus: Souvenir Photos are taken when you ride on the Alpine Coaster!
November 22nd, 2025 -
January 4, 2026
Celebrate the season at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park’s Winter on the Mountain! Ride the scenic gondola to a glowing mountaintop wonderland filled with twinkling lights, festive décor, and holiday cheer. Enjoy thrilling rides like the Alpine Coaster, dazzling light displays, and live entertainment. Meet Santa on select Saturdays and experience the magic of the Plaza Music & Light Show every half hour starting at 5:30 p.m. With cave tours, music, and family fun all season long, Winter on the Mountain is where holiday memories shine brightest.
