Cedar Fair and Six Flags are two of the largest theme park chains in the World. Cedar Fair’s flagship park, Cedar Point (Sandusky, Ohio) has been known as The Coaster Capital for years as it boasted the most roller coasters and most record breaking roller coasters. But, in more recent years, Six Flags Magic Mountain (near Los Angeles) has taken the coaster count crown surpassing Cedar Point several times.
Today, Magic Mountain has a commanding lead. Once Speedy Gonzales Hot Rod Racers opens, it will have 19 compared to Cedar Point’s 16. Roller coaster count is one thing, but which of the parks truly has a better lineup of roller coasters?
There are some similarities and types of roller coasters that they both have. For example, you’ll find a stand-up coaster, inverted coaster, and a suspended coaster at both parks. But for the most part there aren’t great side-by-side comparisons.
So, I’m interested to see which park you think has the better arsenal. For easy reference, I’ve included lists of the Cedar Point and Six Flags Magic Mountain’s roller coasters below:[table id=19 /]
Which of these roller coaster rosters do you think is stronger?
THIS POLL IS CLOSED. I’ll be updating this post in 2017.
Also, see a list of the 13 theme parks with them most roller coasters.
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35 responses to “Cedar Point vs Six Flags Magic Mountain | Roller Coaster Showdown”
Id have to say Cedar Point. I may be a little biased because its an hour away from where i live, but lets look at it this way; Cedar Point’s coaster are coasters that are customized to fit the park. Many if them are “first of it’s kind” coasters, and coasters that you can’t find anywhere else. Magic Mountain has a great coaster line up however, several of their coasters can be ridden elsewhere (Goliath, Batman The Ride, Scream). Im going to MM for the first time this summer to see what all the fuss is about, but for now, this one goes to Cedar Point for their originality record breaking coasters. Don’t get me wrong though, MM has a few original, great looking coasters.
Both parks have a huge amount of coasters and many are well know by coasters addicts like myself. But
Cedar Point still trumps Magic mountain in my book. Six flags may have more coasters but there main attractions just don’t stand up to Cedar point.
I like cedar point but I really want to go to MM because of it’s coaster line up. I choose MM.
It’s not just that there are 19 coasters. There are 19 great coasters. If you love to ride coasters then you’ll love Magic Mountain.
Both parks may have alot of rollercoaster but one only one theme park is well known and the best known theme park is six flags
I would say six flags magic mountain.
Definitely six flags magic mountain!! Great coasters,food,exercise and a great time for the entire family, no matter the age. The employees are so well mannered and helpful ,they always have a smile on their face.
Have been to both, and
Six Flags has the most complete selection, and Magic Mountain is THE place to go.
I like the fact that the Park Staff are clean cut, well dressed and VERY helpful and friendly. I feel safe with my family at Magic Mountain.
Definitely Six Flag Magic Mountain
Love the vibe of the theme park. Best food and wicked rides, employees are well trained to help satisfy there guest.
Most important it’s a wonderful place for family interaction.
Guest services is fantastic at SF and the rides are WICKED!
Best staff and the cleanest park too – both make this a no brainer!
Most def Six Flags Magic Mountain. Nothing to compare here.
SFMM!
Six Flags is heads and shoulders the best, cleanist friendliest and most def awesome rides and attractions!!!!
I have been to both many times and they each have a form of one-upsman over the other… but overall the most varied and, at the end of the day, the best overall TOTALLY awesome experience is found at Cedar Point. And it has the most beautiful setting on that peninsula jutting out into Lake Erie, it’s gorgeous!
For me its Cedar Point. Mavrick, TTD and Millennium Force give it the edge.
By far, SIX FLAGS MAGIC MOUNTAIN has the MOST THRILLING coasters!!! Wahoooo!
Hands down SFMM. Their coasters are fantastic!!
DEFINITELY SIX FLAGS MAGIC MOUNTAIN
It’s pretty close, but I’d probably go with Cedar Point on this one. Magic Mountain wins in a few categories, Cedar Point has Maverick, Millennium Force (which I liked, didn’t love), and I’d take Magnum over Goliath even though it’s pretty old, it has character. Meanwhile, I think I’d prefer Magic Mountain’s woodie Apocalypse over the snoozer that was Mean Streak and I know I like Riddler’s Revenge over the painful Mantis. But overall, I think I’d go with Cedar Point.
Six Flags Magic Mountain – no contest! The coasters are great, the Park is clean and the employees are friendly and helpful!!
I am astonished Six Flags MM is voted more than Cedar Point. I have been to both parks, and all of Cedar Point’s main coasters besides X2 and Gatekeeper are far better. While SFMM does edge out Cedar Point on most of the more minor coasters, I believe it is the world class coasters that make the park. For me, only X2 and Tatsu are comparable to MF, Maverick, Raptor, Magnum, and Top Thrill. I also agree with Joel that Apocalypse and Riddler’s Revenge trump over Mean Streak and Mantis
Six Flags Magic Montain is awsome!
I voted MM. This poll asked about roller coasters, not the entire park.
From what I have read on numerous reviews, it is unanimously agreed that CP is a way better PARK than MM.
If the poll had asked that question, I would have voted CP as well.
Cedar Point. I haven’t been to MM, and it looks like it’s better than other Six Flags? But I’ve been to the one near Chicago, which is about the same distance from home as Cedar Point. Pretty sure we went there once, and always chose Cedar Point after that. Apart from Mantis the coasters are great.
This is not about the staff, look of the park, popularity or cleanliness. This is about the COASTERS! And for that reason, it’s Cedar Point all the way. SFMM has more coasters but nothing that’s mind blowing. Cedar Point has legendary rides!
Have you been on X2? My guess is not, if you think nothing is mind blowing at SFMM. Also, Full Throttle, while very short, is right up there. Maybe not mind blowing, but pretty daggone close.
I would have to say that Six Flags Magic Mountain! While Cedar Point may have faster and longer rides, MM has the most variation. Flying, 4th demensional, floorless, standing, dropping.
Although I’ve never been to MM, I look at some of the stats. Its just, CP has a lot of unique coasters in the world, like MF which is one of four in the world. Also, TTD is one of two in the world. They have a great selection, flying coaster: Raptor. Hyper coaster: Magnum. Giga coaster: MF. Strata, TTD. Racing, Gemini. Winged, Gatekeeper. They have the top of the line coasters, and have it on one island. The view is great, and if you get bored going on roller coasters, you can go to the beach. If you stay at the park, you can walk right back to you hotel if you get tired. I’ve already gone once this year, and already want to go again. They also have two kid coaster, and have four kids parks. They is no doubt (unless you don’t like roller coasters) that you will never, ever be bored. The staff is great, and most of the time are enthusiastic about working and helping to serve you. This is my opinion on why CP is better than MM.
But have you ever been to Cedar Point? I mean, it has a large variety of coasters. CP has Gatekeeper, which is like X2. And, CP has Top Thrill and Millineum Force. Magnum is one of my favorites, and its 30 years old. They have 3 wooden, and Raptor, which is AWESOME. Maverick is cool too, although Mean Streak and Mantis hurt, badly. It seems that SFMM has more roller coasters, but not as great condition. Yeah sure, X2 and Full Throttle are new, but I heard from more than one that Ninja is horrible.
McKenna,
My comment was only re-butting the comment that SFMM did not have anything mind blowing. I neglected to also mention Tatsu as well.
I will point out that Ninja is one of the last suspended roller coasters left. It really is not horrible. It actually is one of the, if not the most scenic roller coasters in the park. It is a very fun ride.
I have total respect for CP, and do think it is the better all around park.
See, I would say Cedar Point was the winner if all of the coasters were now standing in their original form. Mean Streak, circa 93, was OUTSTANDING, but now with all of the breaks (especially on the first drop) it is indeed, a snoozer. Kids love it though, they feel like they really tested their wits. Mantis also has a break down the first hill which wasn’t originally there. Gemini used to be quite a bit smoother (that killed my back in 09) and same with Magnum though I can’t complain with the air time (about the best steel coaster ever built for air time). Sadly time has hurt these original landmarks and Magic Mountain I find superior, mostly because of X2 which is the best coaster on the planet imho.
I have only been to Cedar Point but I feel as if Magic Mountain has a better overall lineup. I live in Ohio so I am biased towards my home park but if we are only comparing roller coasters then I feel MM has more to offer
I had to go with Cedar Point. I would rank the Magnum better than Goliath because even though Magnum hurts a ton, it has breathtaking airtime. Goliath would be an even better ride if that mid-course break run would not cause the ride to make a complete stop. Also, Cedar Point has more rides that appeal to families in my opinion. SFMM has awesome thrill rides, but I don’t think an 8 year old boy is going to ride a ride as intense as most coasters there. CP has great rides for everyone.
Definately Six Flags Magic Mountain! The Full Throttle is the most fun roller coaster I have ever been on! It has the world’s tallest loop, the first ever “top hat”, an awesome launch in the beginning, and a backwards launch as well! And then there’s X2 which was the world’s first 5th dimmensional roller coaster! Not only do the seats rotate 360 degrees vertically, but it also blasts fire and has a face first straight drop! I also have to give shoutouts to Tatsu for being the tallest, fastest, and longest flying-coaster, and Ridder’s revenge for being the tallest, fastest, and most inverted stand-up roller coaster and for having the tallest loop on a stand-up coaster! Although I like the Gatekeeper, Wicked Twister, and Maverick at Cedar Point, Six Flags Magic Mountain wins!
Cedar Point got memorable mind blowing rides…I tried Six flags but not @ main place…so will not comment…..