Coast Rider is a steel wild-mouse roller coaster in the Boardwalk area of Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park, California. Its compact track and published ride dimensions make it easy to identify on the park map; check Knott’s current information for restrictions and operating status before you plan around it.
- Location: Boardwalk area, Knott’s Berry Farm
- Ride type: Steel wild-mouse roller coaster
- Track: 1,339 feet long and 52 feet high
Where is Coast Rider at Knott’s Berry Farm?
Coast Rider is in the Boardwalk area of Knott’s Berry Farm. The park map places the ride in this section, so use the Boardwalk as your reference when finding it inside the park.
The coaster was manufactured by Mack Rides and opened in 2013. Its track measures 1,339 feet long and reaches a height of 52 feet.
What kind of ride is Coast Rider?
Coast Rider is a steel wild-mouse roller coaster. That ride type and its track dimensions are the clearest guides to what the attraction is; the park’s current ride information can help you assess whether it suits your group.
If you’re planning other coasters in the Boardwalk, HangTime at Knott’s Berry Farm is another named ride to consider in your itinerary.
What are Coast Rider’s height, safety and accessibility details?
Check Knott’s current ride restrictions before you go, since the published height requirements differ between park maps. The park’s Guest Accessibility Guide includes Coast Rider; consult the guide for attraction-specific accessibility information.
Knott’s also explains that ride restraints must be positioned and fastened properly for guests to ride. Review the park’s current guidance if you have questions about whether a restraint will accommodate you.
How can you check Coast Rider’s hours and availability?
Coast Rider’s appearance on the park map does not confirm that it is operating on a particular day. Knott’s says park dates and hours can change without notice, and directs guests to its Calendar and Hours page for schedules. Check the official site before you go.
Opening hours
- Monday to Sunday: 10 AM–10 PM
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
Knott’s lists its address as 8039 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA 90620. Its standard parking rates are $35 for autos and motorcycles and $40 for buses and RVs; special-event parking may have different prices. Parking lots open approximately one hour before the theme park opens.
How do you get to Knott’s Berry Farm from Stanton?
From Chester Inn Motel, where you can browse the motel’s available rooms, the drive to Knott’s Berry Farm takes about 9 minutes. Knott’s says OCTA buses run from the Buena Park Metrolink station down Beach Boulevard to the park gates.
The park is cashless and accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express, most debit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay. For admission offers and purchases, Knott’s directs guests to its Park Tickets page.
FAQs
Where is Coast Rider inside Knott’s Berry Farm?
It is in the Boardwalk area of the park.
How tall is Coast Rider?
The ride reaches 52 feet, and its track is 1,339 feet long.
Does Coast Rider have accessibility information?
Yes. Knott’s Guest Accessibility Guide includes Coast Rider; check the guide for attraction-specific details.
How do you find other Knott’s Berry Farm rides?
Use the park map to locate attractions by area. For another coaster-planning detail, HangTime has its own ride guide.