Get ready for a European-style adventure with the new Georgia Mountain Coaster, open 7 days a week in Helen, GA! Built for both safety and speed, you can ride this attraction with either 1 or 2 people per cart. Cart drivers must be at least 56″ tall while riders must be 38″ tall (and 3+ years old). Riders control the speed of the cart, which tops out at 25mph!

 

Georgia Mountain Coaster in Alpine Helen

The attraction opens at 10 a.m. daily (during peak season) and has lights along the track for exciting weekend night-time rides. Prepare for a slow climb up the hillside, followed by quick descent down towards Helen’s S Main Street. YouTuber joeboy68 shared this cool video of the wooded ride through the trees (note how it speeds up considerably in the last half of the track!):

 

Georgia Mountain Coaster Hours

Note that coaster operation is always dependent on favorable weather conditions. No rides are allowed while there are thunderstorms or other bad weather in the area.

• Monday – Thursday 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
• Friday 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
• Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
• Sunday 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

 

How to Ride the Georgia Mountain Coaster

You will want to follow some simple rules to get the most enjoyment out of your Georgia Mountain Coaster ride. Be sure to dress for the experience by ensuring that you

• Tie long hair into a bun — do NOT wear hair in a ponytail
• Wear fitted clothing — do NOT wear loose clothing that may become caught on protruding objects

The sled operation is simple — just push the brake levers forward to accelerate and pull the same levers back to slow down. Keep a safe distance from the cart in front of you (80 feet or 160 feet if wet or icy). Stay seated and upright in the car at all times and be sure to keep your feet and hands inside the sled.

No bags or purses are allowed on the Georgia Mountain Coaster — either plan to leave your bags at home or utilize the lockers available near the ticket booth.

Note that whether you ride solo or with another rider that there is a weight restriction of 375 pounds per cart.

 

Cost of Georgia Mountain Coaster

Rates below are for your first ride on the Georgia Mountain Coaster — add a 2nd ride for half price!

• Adults (ages 13+): $15
• Kids (7 – 12): $12
• Kids (3 – 6): $6
• Group Rates (15+ people): adults get $3 off each ticket and kids get $2 off each ticket

Note that pricing rates are the same whether you ride the coaster by yourself or with a passenger.

 

Get a Great Video at the Georgia Mountain Coaster

You’ll need to use your hands during this ride, so your best bet to get great video footage is with a camera that is hands-free. These hands-free video products capture your memories with HD clarity.

 

Georgia Mountain Coaster Contact Info

The Georgia Mountain Coaster is located on the hill at 8409 South Main Street in Helen.  Park in the free gravel parking lot or take a quick walk up from the stairs on Main Street (across from Paul’s on the River)!

• Call: +1 (706) 878-1347
• Address: 8409 South Main Street, Helen, GA
• Website: GeorgiaMountainCoaster.com

 

Georgia Mountain Coaster Reviews

Stay current on Georgia Mountain Coaster news with social media and recent online reviews.

• Facebook: Georgia Mountain Coaster is rated 4.9 with 175+ reviews and 7,750+ likes
• TripAdvisor: Georgia Mountain Coaster is rated 4.5 with 125+ reviews

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How do you prefer to ride the Georgia Mountain Coaster? Do you rush through with as much speed as possible or take it slow to enjoy the views as long as possible?