Valravn
A towering dive coaster built around anticipation, a 90-degree first drop, and smooth full-size inversions.
Park
Cedar Point
CoasterSchool Level
Level 4
Bigger Thrill Coasters
Type
Steel Dive Coaster
Minimum Height
52 in.
Should You Ride Valravn?
Valravn is one of Cedar Point’s most visually intimidating rides. Riders climb more than 220 feet, approach the edge of a vertical drop, and are deliberately held there before being released straight down.
The good news is that once the first drop begins, the actual ride is very smooth. The three inversions are large and flowing, and the wide floorless trains make Valravn feel more controlled than its appearance might suggest.
Best For
Riders who are already comfortable with Level 3 coasters and are ready to confront a major drop, significant height, and smooth inversions.
Biggest Fear Factor
The hold over the first drop.
The train pauses at the edge before releasing riders down a 214-foot, 90-degree drop. That moment gives riders plenty of time to look straight down and anticipate what is coming.
CoasterSchool Take
Valravn is a good example of a coaster that can look scarier than it rides.
The height and vertical drop are serious challenges, but once the train releases, the ride is smooth and fairly predictable. Riders who handle the first drop well may find the rest of the coaster much easier than expected.
For someone whose biggest fear is height or steep drops, Valravn can be an important Level 4 confidence builder.
Quick Facts
Key stats and ride details for Valravn at Cedar Point.
Park
Cedar Point
Location
Sandusky, Ohio
Manufacturer
Bolliger & Mabillard
Type
Steel Dive Coaster
Opened
2016
Height
223 ft
Speed
75 mph
Length
3,415 ft
Inversions
3
Ride Duration
About 2 min. 23 sec.
Minimum Height
52 in.
CoasterSchool Level
Level 4
DID YOU KNOW?
From the right angle, Valravn’s track appears to spell “OHIO” across the skyline, a coincidence that has become a favorite detail among Cedar Point fans.
90° FIRST DROP
Valravn pauses riders over the edge before plunging 214 feet straight down at 90 degrees.
The coaster’s second major drop is 131 feet.
What Valravn Feels Like
Valravn is built around anticipation. The height and first drop dominate the experience, while the rest of the coaster is smooth, open, and relatively controlled.
The Lift Hill
The wide train climbs 223 feet above Cedar Point, giving riders a broad view of the park and Lake Erie.
Because the lift is exposed, riders who are uncomfortable with height may find the climb itself to be one of the hardest parts of the ride.
The Hold & First Drop
At the top, the train slowly approaches the edge and stops.
Riders are held looking downward before the brakes release and the train dives 214 feet at 90 degrees. The anticipation is intense, but the drop itself happens quickly and smoothly.
The Inversions
After the first drop, Valravn enters a huge 165-foot Immelmann, followed later by a dive loop and a zero-G roll for three total inversions.
These elements are much larger and smoother than the inversions on an older coaster like Corkscrew.
The Second Drop & Finale
A mid-course brake slows the train before another steep drop, giving riders a second dose of the dive-coaster experience.
The final portion adds airtime and a few last sweeping elements before returning to the station.
COASTERSCHOOL RIDING TIPS
Tips for a Better Ride
Seat Choice
Seat position changes whether Valravn feels more visually intimidating or more forceful.
- Front row: Most exposed view during the hold, with nothing blocking the 90° drop below you
- Back row: Less dramatic view, but a stronger pull as the train is dragged over the first drop
The outside seats can also feel especially exposed because of how wide the Dive Coaster trains are.
Body & Restraint
Valravn uses B&M’s vest-style over-the-shoulder restraints, so there is no hard restraint beside your head like on Raptor or Corkscrew.
- Sit naturally back in the seat and let the vest hold you in position
- No head-forward technique is needed; the restraint system leaves much more room around your head
During the Ride
The anticipation before the first drop is usually more intimidating than the ride itself.
- The train pauses at the edge before dropping 90°
- After the first drop, expect three smooth inversions and another large dive before the finale
Watch the Valravn Ride Preview
See Valravn from a rider’s perspective before getting in line. The Ride Preview will show the 223-foot lift, hold over the edge, vertical first drop, smooth inversions, and second dive so riders can see which parts of the experience may feel most intimidating.
Where Do You Go From Here?
Coaster progression isn’t a checklist. Choose the next ride based on what felt comfortable, or what still felt intimidating.
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