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Six Flags Great America. Gurnee, Illinois. Located between Chicago and Milwaukee on Interstate 94, Six Flags Great America features eight themed areas, each highlighting a different aspect of Americana. The theme park opened in 1976 and was owned and operated by Marriott before being sold to Six Flags in 1984.
After much anticipation from thrill seekers and coaster enthusiasts, Six Flags Great America in Gurnee, Illinois has finally unveiled its newest roller coaster: Goliath. The wooden coaster officially opened its terrifying tracks to the public Thursday morning, breaking three world records in the process. Goliath is now the tallest, fastest and steepest wooden roller coaster in the world. Daring riders will reach speeds of 72 mph, after plunging from a height of 180 feet down a nearly vertical 85 degree drop.