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5. Ozark Wildcat (Celebration City, Branson, Missouri)

Ozark Wildcat

Celebration City was conceived as a "night-time theme park" to complement Silver Dollar City. Themed around America in the early 20th century, it opened the $4 million wooden coaster Ozark Wildcat in 2003. When the park underperformed and was closed in 2008, the trains were sold on - but the ride still stands.

4. Dragon Flyer (Camelot, UK)

Dragon Flyer

After several years of financial struggles and question marks over its long-term future, the Camelot Theme Park in Lancashire, England finally confirmed that it would close for good at the end of the 2012 season. While some rides were sold on, many were left in place - including the powered Dragon Flyer roller coaster.

3. Knightmare (Camelot, UK)

Knightmare

A Schwarzkopf/Zierer, Knightmare was once one of Camelot's most popular rides. Relocated from Japan at a cost of £3 million, it now stands rusting and abandoned.

2. Scenic Railway (Dreamland Margate, UK)

Dreamland (5)

Image: neal1973, Flickr

Rides first appeared on the Dreamland site in Margate as far back as 1880, but it really took off when the Scenic Railway roller coaster was installed in 1920. It became a fixture in the seaside town, but like many seafront amusement parks it fell into decline and was shuttered in 2006. The famous Scenic Railway was partially destroyed in an arson attack in April 2008.

Fortunately, this is one abandoned coaster that is set to be saved. Dreamland will be converted into a heritage amusement park populated by historical attractions.

1. The Comet (Lincoln Park, Massachusetts)

Lincoln Park Comet (3)

Image: smithrw1, Flickr

This stunning image captures the remains of The Comet, a twister-layout wooden roller coaster that was the main attraction at the defunct Lincoln Park until 1987. Storms, water damage and other factors led to large parts of the coaster collapsing over the years.

 
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In reply to by Wilby Daniels (not verified)

It's not even there anymore. Houses are being built on the land.

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