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Giant Dipper Roller Coaster
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A local landmark for almost 80 years, the Giant Dipper is one of two surviving fixtures from the original Belmont Amusement Park (the other is the Plunge swimming pool). After sitting dormant for 15 years, the vintage wooden roller coaster, with more than 2,600 feet of track and 13 hills, underwent extensive restoration and reopened in 1991. If you're in the neighborhood (especially with older kids), it's worth a stop, but adults may find the whole experience a bit too spine-rattling. You must be at least 50 inches tall to ride the roller coaster. You can also ride on the Giant Dipper's neighbor, the Liberty Carousel ($2), and other carny-style rides (unlimited ride wristband $14). Younger kids will appreciate Pirate's Cove, an indoor play center (children 12 and under $6.50).
3190 Mission Blvd.Phone: 858/488-1549.Open: Daily 11am-7 or 8pm (weekend and summer hours later).Ride on the Giant Dipper $4.Credit Cards: MC, V.Bus: 34 or 34A. Take I-5 to the SeaWorld exit, and follow W. Mission Bay Dr. to Belmont Park.
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