Thrill seekers in the northeast need to check out the popular park's collection of rollercoasters, many of which measure up as the best in New York. Standing 90 feet tall and reaching speeds of 50 miles per hour, its flagship coaster is one of the tallest wooden rollercoasters around and offers the biggest wooden coaster drop in the state. For a more modern adrenaline fix, another attraction features a heart-pounding drop of 205 feet at an angle of 70 degrees, sending riders barreling down this steel track at speeds of up to 75 miles per hour. If loops are your thing, another popular rollercoaster offers five of them, making it one of the first coasters of its kind to boast that many of inversions at the time of its construction.
If you are looking for a way to beat the heat this summer, the park's water park should be exactly what you are looking for. With aquatic attractions ranging from the mild wave pool and the lagoon-like area to twisting and turning tube rides, guests of all ages will find plenty of exciting ways to cool off. Staying at a hotel near Darien Lake makes it easy to explore Western New York, as Buffalo and Niagara Falls are both less than an hour away.
For an idea of what to do in Buffalo, check out our list of Choice Hotels in Buffalo for a list of attractions and popular places to visit. With more than 30 rides ranging from rollercoasters to gentle family attractions and a whole water park, there is no shortage of action and excitement at this New York staple. Hotel locations nearby offer an excellent way to experience it all, and staying with Choice Hotels is your best bet for a great time. Featuring comfortable rooms, affordable rates, and every amenity you will need before or after a long day of fun, Choice Hotels is here to make your trip to New York’s premiere theme park a memorable one. Book online now.