Mineshaft Coaster in Big Bear Lake
Control your own speed down a mile-long mountain coaster track at Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain.
AT A GLANCE
Best For
Families, couples, groups and thrill seekers
Season
Year-round, subject to weather and operations
Experience
No coaster experience required; rider restrictions apply
Where to Go Mineshaft Coaster in Big Bear
The Mineshaft Coaster is at Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain on Wildrose Lane in Big Bear Lake. The property has multiple attractions, so it usually makes more sense to treat the coaster as part of one recreation stop rather than driving over solely for a single ride during a crowded weekend.
At A Glance
The Mineshaft Coaster at Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain is a year-round mountain coaster with a mile-long track and rider-controlled speed.
What to Expect
The Mineshaft Coaster is one of Big Bear's easiest thrill activities to fit into a trip because it does not require a full-day commitment or a particular season. Located at Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain, the coaster carries riders uphill before sending them down a mile-long fixed track with turns, dips, tunnels, bridges and 360-degree elements. Riders control their own speed within the system, so the experience can feel different depending on how aggressively you choose to ride.
How to Experience
Purchase a ride at Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain and follow the attraction's loading and rider requirements. Because riders control their speed, you do not need coaster experience, but age, height, weight and passenger rules still determine who can ride independently or together.
Best Time to Go
The attraction is promoted as year-round, which makes it useful when lake recreation or ski conditions are not the focus of your trip. Weather and operating conditions can still affect availability. On busy weekends and holidays, crowds can turn a quick ride into a longer stop, especially if your group wants to add other attractions on the property.
Best Season
Year-round, subject to weather and operations
Know Before You Go
Rider age, height, weight and passenger requirements are controlled by the attraction and may change. Verify the current rules directly before visiting with younger children or if accessibility is a concern.
Local Insight
Plan the whole Alpine Slide property at once. If your group wants the coaster plus go-karts or another attraction there, do them in the same visit. Big Bear traffic and parking make it inefficient to leave and come back later just because you originally thought of the coaster as a single quick ride.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mineshaft Coaster in Big Bear?
The Mineshaft Coaster is a mountain coaster at Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain where riders descend a fixed track and control their own speed.
How long is the Mineshaft Coaster?
Current visitor information describes the Mineshaft Coaster as a mile-long track.
Is the Mineshaft Coaster open year-round?
It is promoted as a year-round attraction, although weather and operating conditions can affect availability.
Can you control your speed on the Mineshaft Coaster?
Yes. The ride is designed so riders control their own speed within the coaster system.
Where is the Mineshaft Coaster?
It is located at Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain, 800 Wildrose Lane in Big Bear Lake.