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The [[Red Devil]] was a roller coaster at Olentangy Park that operated from 1922 to the park's closing in 1937. It ran along the park's northeast end and North High Street, replacing the [[Scenic Coaster]].<ref>"Spring Building at Olentangy." ''The Columbus Dispatch.'' March 24, 1922. Page 14.</ref><ref>"Big Improvement at Park." ''The Columbus Dispatch.'' April 2, 1922. Page 8.</ref> It was said to be the "fastest and longest riding device in the country." It had long and steep dips that gave riders the sensation of going over hills.<ref>"Park Opens Today." ''The Columbus Dispatch.'' April 16, 1922. Page 8.</ref> | The [[Red Devil]] was a roller coaster at Olentangy Park that operated from 1922 to the park's closing in 1937. It ran along the park's northeast end and North High Street, replacing the [[Scenic Coaster]].<ref>"Spring Building at Olentangy." ''The Columbus Dispatch.'' March 24, 1922. Page 14.</ref><ref>"Big Improvement at Park." ''The Columbus Dispatch.'' April 2, 1922. Page 8.</ref> It was said to be the "fastest and longest riding device in the country." It had long and steep dips that gave riders the sensation of going over hills.<ref>"Park Opens Today." ''The Columbus Dispatch.'' April 16, 1922. Page 8.</ref> | ||
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File:Dodgem RedDevil 1936 ColumbusDispatch.jpg|alt=1936 photo of the Dodgem and Red Devil rides at Olentangy Park.|1936 photo of the [[Dodgem]] and Red Devil rides at Olentangy Park. | |||
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== References== | == References== | ||
Revision as of 06:12, 1 December 2025
Red Devil
| Type | Roller Coaster Track ride |
|---|---|
| Park Section | North Center East |
| Built | 1922 |
| Opened | 1922 |
| Closed | 1937 (park closure) |
| Vehicle Type | Car |
| Inversions | 0 |
| Replaced | Scenic Coaster |
The Red Devil was a roller coaster at Olentangy Park that operated from 1922 to the park's closing in 1937. It ran along the park's northeast end and North High Street, replacing the Scenic Coaster.[1][2] It was said to be the "fastest and longest riding device in the country." It had long and steep dips that gave riders the sensation of going over hills.[3]
Gallery
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1936 photo of the Dodgem and Red Devil rides at Olentangy Park.
References