Elitch Gardens on Thursday announced a new theme for its Twister II rollercoaster that asks riders to explore the aftermath of a tornado their way to becoming simulated storm chasers.

Twister II and Twister III: Storm Chaser are both longer and taller versions of the original Mr. Twister roller coaster that opened at Elitch Gardens' previous Denver location in 1964.

DENVER — After a summer at Elitch Gardens without the iconic Twister II roller coaster, the theme park announced that the wooden thrill ride is back after being refurbished and reimagined.Riders ...

Twister II and Twister III: Storm Chaser are both longer and taller versions of the original Mr. Twister roller coaster that opened at Elitch Gardens' previous Denver location in 1964.

Elitch Gardens in Denver is open for the 2025 season. Here's what to know about hours, rides, tickets and season passes, plus why the park is closing.

1. Twister III: Storm Chaser Photo courtesy of Elitch Gardens. Years Operational: 59, renovated in 2023; Thrill Factor: 3/5; It started with Mister Twister in 1965, which, for three decades, lorded ...

Elitch Gardens will open for the season this weekend. Whether you want to check out the new Twister III: Storm Chaser , enjoy snacks with friends and family, or check out games, we have you covered.

Mr. Twister, which opened at Elitch Gardens in 1965, was similar to the Cyclone. Tragedy struck the same year when Star Yelland Jr., the seventeen-year-old son of famous sportcaster Star Yelland, ...

Elitch Gardens opens wooden "Twister III" rollercoaster Friday. KMGH - Denver Scripps. Fri, June 30, 2023 at 5:05 PM UTC. The beloved "Twister II" roller coast has been refurbished, and is now ...

The Elitch Gardens that visitors see in downtown Denver today is quite different from the park's humble beginnings in 1890. .

The Twister III: Storm Chaser roller coaster at Elitch Gardens on a gloomy Friday. Originally set to open Saturday, April 19, officials announced Friday they are delaying the grand opening -- and ...