Dragon Mountain: The Roller Coaster Partially Submerged in Water at Marineland
Dragon Mountain at Marineland of Canada is one of the most unusual abandoned roller coasters in the world. Opened in 1983, it was designed by Arrow Dynamics and quickly became a signature attraction for the park. At its peak, the ride offered twisting steel tracks, high-speed drops, and the kind of engineering that drew thrill-seekers from across Ontario.
Over the years, Marineland shifted its focus, and Dragon Mountain eventually fell out of operation. Today, parts of the roller coaster sit partially submerged in water, a result of long-term neglect, poor drainage, and natural reclamation. The surrounding area has filled with puddles, overgrown vegetation, and rusting support structures, giving the coaster a surreal, almost post-apocalyptic appearance.
Despite its abandonment, Dragon Mountain remains structurally intact in most areas. Visitors and explorers describe sections of track as standing but not operating, with visible corrosion and peeling paint, yet the ride’s scale and original design remain impressive. Its partial submersion adds a haunting quality, reflecting both the track itself and the encroaching nature around it.
The future of Dragon Mountain is uncertain. Marineland has not publicly announced plans to restore, remove, or repurpose the ride. Without intervention, water and weather will continue to degrade the structure, eventually making it unsafe and possibly leading to complete collapse. Urban explorers and photographers continue to document the coaster, capturing its unique state before it disappears entirely.
Dragon Mountain is more than a relic; it’s a snapshot of Marineland’s past, a reminder of the park’s ambitious roller coaster era, and a rare example of a ride partially surrendered to the elements. Its submerged tracks stand as both a curiosity and a caution, a collision of human engineering and natural reclamation that few other abandoned amusement rides can match.
