The 'longest' mountain coaster in North America is near Ottawa and it's epic in the fall

You'll travel alongside Olympic bobsled tracks.

A mountain coaster during the fall.

A mountain coaster attraction near Ottawa.

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Get ready for the ride of your life! This massive mountain coaster is a road trip away from Ottawa and it takes you speeding through some incredible fall scenery.

The Cliffside Mountain Coaster, located just across the border at Mt. Van Hoevenberg in Upstate New York, is an epic autumn experience.

The attraction is about a 3 hour drive from Ottawa and is the "longest coaster in North America," according to the website.

The 1.4-mile-long coaster winds its way through stunning fall scenery and will immerse you in a wonderland of vibrant colours and mountain views.

According to Discover Upstate New York, the coaster "emulates an Olympic bobsled experience, running alongside the actual bobsled tracks used in the 1980 Winter Games."


As you travel to the top of the hill, the audio system in your "cliff car" will describe what it was like to be an Olympic bobsledder. You'll have complete control of the car on the way down and can choose your own speed as you race along the twists and turns.

There are lots of other attractions to enjoy at Mt. Van Hoevenberg, including bobsledding, mountain biking, hikes, a gondola ride and more.

Tickets for the Cliffside Coaster and other experiences can be purchased online.

Don't forget your passport!

Cliffside Coaster

Price: $55 USD per rider for riders age 7 and up

Address: 31 Van Hoevenberg Way, Lake Placid, NY

Mt Van Hoevenberg Website

Before you get going, check out our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.

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