There are more than a dozen rollercoasters at Kings Dominion, but its racing-themed attraction offers the biggest adrenaline rush of them all. Named after famous racer Dale Earnhardt and offering an initial drop height of 305 feet, this “giga coaster” (the term for rollercoasters with a maximum drop height between 300 and 399 feet) is certainly not for the faint of heart. With a vertical drop angle of 85 degrees and a maximum speed of 90 mph, the Intimidator’s many plunges, twists and turns will keep your heart pounding from beginning to end. There’s much more to this action-packed park than just crazy coasters. The special children’s area offers up a wealth of rides and activities to make sure the little ones are not left out of the fun. Featuring a number of rides ranging from car rides to kid-sized roller coasters, families will find plenty to enjoy. Doswell, Virginia can get hot in the summer.
When the sun is out, there’s no better place to be than the park's water attraction, a 20 acre water park located right next door. With more than 10 rides ranging from gentle lazy rivers to wave pools to its extreme water slide, the whole family can find a satisfying way to cool off and enjoy some fun in the sun. Here’s the best part: when you buy a pass to the main park, admission to everything at the water park is included. You won’t be able to find a two-for-one deal like this anywhere else in Virginia, so make sure to show up early to check out everything both parks have to offer! Another great reason to stay at a hotel near Kings Dominion is that the park is less than 25 miles away from Richmond, the state capitol of Virginia. For a list of great things to see and do in this city, consult our list of Choice Hotels in Richmond. With so many rollercoasters, rides and shows (not to mention included access to a water park), it is worth thinking about staying at one of the Choice Hotels in the area to spend a day or two taking in everything that this Virginia amusement park has to offer. Book online now to enjoy our Best Internet Rate Guarantee.