When Rollercoasters Meet Wildlife

Sometimes, the unexpected adds an extra layer to theme park thrills, and this young rider learned that the hard way. While zooming along on the DC Rivals Hypercoaster—at 70 miles per hour—a bird decided to make a dramatic cameo, colliding with 10-year-old Paige mid-ride.

Her face says it all—pure shock and disbelief as she processes this feathery interruption. The bird left behind a few scratches and a great story for her to share. It’s not every day that a high-speed rollercoaster also doubles as a wildlife encounter. Talk about a ride with a twist—this one went beyond the typical drops and loops.