Everyone, listen up, because we have some exciting Dollywood news that you’re going to want to hear.
After lots of anticipation, it was finally just announced when the exciting NightFlight Expedition will be opening. So, let’s see when this attraction will be joining the Dollywood line-up and everything you need to know before riding.
Dollywood has just revealed that this exciting new coaster will officially open next month on August 19th! This is a hybrid coaster and whitewater river ride on a journey “to discover the mystery of the legendary Secret Lake.”
This groundbreaking attraction will feature Cora and Jasper Oakley, who will lead riders on a journey to discover the mystery of the legendary Secret Lake.
The ride will also have “remarkable vehicles,” and allow guests to experience four different storylines as they “fly through the Smokies, conquer raging rapids, climb mountain peaks and glide across a shimmering lake” in this first of it’s kind attraction. The four adventures will include the following:
- Soaring over the Smokies
- Climbing a mountainside
- Plunging into whitewater rapids
- Navigating a mysterious lake
This attraction looks absolutely incredible, and we cannot wait for guests to board this adventurous journey next month. We will continue to bring you theme park news across Disney World, Universal, Dollywood, and more, so stay tuned with Disney Food Blog so you never miss anything!
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