Wildcatter
| Boomtown | |
| 42" Height Requirement |
| Over-the-Shoulder Restraints | |
| High Thrill |
| Opened | 1982 |
| Closed | 2007 |
| Ride Type | Freefall |
| Ride Height | 128 Feet |
| Riders Per Car | 4 |
| Manufacturer | Intamin AG |
| Ride Colors | Red & Black |
Going Out in Style
It was announced in 2007 that Wildcatter would be removed from the park for a brand new attraction, Tony Hawk’s Big Spin. Instead of a standard ride removal, Six Flags Over Texas decided to send Wildcatter out in style. On October 2, 2007 the ride was imploded and eventually scrapped.
Wildcatter was introduced at the park during its 1982 season.
Wildcatter stood 128 feet tall and featured a true free fall experience.
Wildcatter carried a few names during its history, including Texas Cliffhanger.
The First-Ever
When Wildcatter was constructed in 1982, it was the first-ever Intamin Freefall attraction in the world, opening the same season as Freefall at Magic Mountain. This innovative technology quickly became a popular staple for many theme parks around the world. A total of fifteen Intamin first-generation Freefall attractions were installed in the USA, Canada, and Japan.
While many new technological innovations have come to the amusement industry, a few of these models are still standing. These first freefall attractions opened the door to a large number of unique vertical flat rides across the world. Intamin still designs and constructs several freefall attractions.
Ride History