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Gold Rusher

Gold Rusher is a roller coaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain. The minimum height to ride is 48 inches. Scroll down for readers' ratings and reviews.

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Posted: August 21, 2009

Themed to a runaway mine train, this was Magic Mountain's first coaster. It is a great ride for people who are afraid of the big rides, because this proves that big things come in small packages. If you sit in the back, A LOT of airtime in some portions of the ride, and you go really fast. The front offers a much calmer experience.

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Its pretty good for being made in 1969. Its fast, lasts a while, and has one of the best Helixes ive ever been on, it also fits into its enviornment. Best at night cause you cant see anything because theres no lites and your surrounded by trees. The ride itself is fun, but not thrilling, but as I said its better at night... 6/10... - Mateo sams

very simple ride but still retty fun 5/10 - Michael Brunson

Fun, but not thrilling. My mom absolutely loves this ride. Hilarious! - Sarah Meeks

You know, a decent mine ride, best part is the helix. only a must ride if its your first time to SFMM, or if you need another coaster count, otherwise dont waste your time when you could be on TATSU!!! - Corey Nelson

The coaster is a lot better at night, when everything is dark. If there is a line of more than 10 minutes, don't bother. Otherwise, jump on it! - John Quinteros

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