Drop Tower, Silicon Valley Travel Guide

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Experience the ultimate free fall at California's Great America on Drop Tower: Scream Zone! A thrilling 225-foot plunge reaching speeds of 60 mph.

Experience a thrilling free fall on Drop Tower: Scream Zone at California's Great America. Ascend 225 feet before plummeting 20 stories at speeds up to 60 mph. A must-try for adrenaline junkies!

A brief summary to Drop Tower

Monday 7 am-12 am
Tuesday 7 am-12 am
Wednesday 7 am-12 am
Thursday 7 am-12 am
Friday 7 am-12 am
Saturday 7 am-12 am
Sunday 7 am-12 am

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Know before you go

Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Drop Tower.

Visit during off-peak hours to minimize wait times.
Secure loose articles before boarding.
Check the weather forecast, as high winds may temporarily close the ride.

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Getting There

Walking

From inside California's Great America, follow the park's main pathway towards the Action Zone. Drop Tower: Scream Zone is easily visible due to its height. Walk towards the ride entrance within the Action Zone.
Public Transport

From the Great America VTA station, enter California's Great America and follow the park's main pathway towards the Action Zone. Drop Tower: Scream Zone is easily visible. Walk towards the ride entrance within the Action Zone.
Parking

After parking at California's Great America, head towards the main entrance of the park. Once inside, follow the park's main pathway to the Action Zone. Drop Tower: Scream Zone will be easily visible. Proceed to the ride entrance. Parking costs vary, but typically range from $25-$30 per day.

Discover more about Drop Tower

Drop Tower: Scream Zone is an exhilarating drop tower ride located in the California's Great America amusement park in Santa Clara. Riders are strapped into open cars with dangling feet and slowly ascend 225 feet into the air. The ascent takes about 35 seconds, offering views of the South Bay on a clear day.Once at the top, riders pause briefly before plunging 20 stories in a free fall. The ride reaches speeds of up to 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds. After the initial drop, brakes kick in to slow the car before returning to the bottom.Originally named Drop Zone: Stunt Tower, the ride opened on March 16, 1996, with a theme based on the film 'Drop Zone'. In 2008, it was renamed Drop Tower: Scream Zone. In 2019, the tower was repainted with a brown and green color scheme inspired by California's redwood trees.