Oil Derrick, Addison

Name: Oil Derrick
Address: Six Flags Over Texas, Addison, 76010, United States

#12 among attractions in Addison

Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride, Theme park

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Facts and practical information

The Six Flags Over Texas Oil Derrick is a 300-foot tall observation tower, and an attraction at the theme park Six Flags Over Texas. Six Flags claims it to be the world's tallest land based oil derrick. When the tower opened, it had a twelve-lane slide, attached at the first balcony level, on which riders could slide down on using burlap bags. With two elevators holding 50 people each, the attraction has a capacity of 2000 riders per hour. The tower served as a replacement for the former Sky Hook. ()

Opened: 1969 (55 years ago)Coordinates: 32°45'29"N, 97°4'16"W

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Six Flags Over TexasAddison 76010 United States

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Oil Derrick – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Six Flags Over Texas, Choctaw Stadium, New Texas Giant, Mr. Freeze Roller Coaster.

~240 ftN
Huge amusement park with rides and shows
Six Flags Over Texas, Addison
2 min walk • Six Flags Over Texas is a 212-acre amusement park located in Arlington, Texas, east of Fort Worth and west of Dallas. It is the first amusement park in the Six Flags chain, and features themed areas and attractions.
0.8 miSW
Open-air ballpark with over 48
Choctaw Stadium, Addison
21 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Arlington, Texas, Choctaw Stadium emerges as a versatile jewel in the crown of the city's sports and entertainment district. Formerly known as Globe Life Park, this multi-purpose stadium boasts a rich history and a repertoire of events that...
~820 ftSW
Speedy roller coaster with 150-ft. climb
New Texas Giant, Addison
4 min walk • The New Texas Giant is a thrilling piece of amusement architecture nestled in the heart of Arlington, Texas. This roller coaster, renowned for its exhilarating drops and high-speed turns, stands as a modern emblem of thrill-seeking entertainment in the Lone Star State.
~1140 ftE
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Mr. Freeze Roller Coaster, Addison
6 min walk • Mr. Freeze: Reverse Blast, previously known as Mr. Freeze, is a launched shuttle roller coaster located at Six Flags Over Texas in Arlington, Texas and Six Flags St. Louis in Eureka, Missouri. The steel coasters feature a linear induction motor launch system that accelerate riders from 0–70 mph in 3.8 seconds.
~1290 ftSW
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Titan Roller Coaster, Addison
7 min walk • Titan is a steel roller coaster located at Six Flags Over Texas in Arlington, Texas. Built by Giovanola and designed by Werner Stengel, the 245-foot hypercoaster features an out and back and twister track layout, a 255-foot drop, and a maximum speed of 85 mph.
~1090 ftS
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
La Vibora, Addison
6 min walk • La Vibora is a steel bobsled roller coaster at Six Flags Over Texas in Arlington, Texas, United States.
~340 ftNE
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Shock Wave, Addison
2 min walk • Shock Wave is a steel roller coaster located at Six Flags Over Texas in Arlington, Texas. Built right at the edge of the park, Shock Wave is easily seen by passers-by on Interstate Highway 30.
~1410 ftSE
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Judge Roy Scream, Addison
7 min walk • Judge Roy Scream is a wooden roller coaster located at Six Flags Over Texas in Arlington, Texas. It uses a custom-built out and back layout, designed with the consideration that families would ride the attraction.
~820 ftE
Classic, Old West–themed roller coaster
Runaway Mine Train, Addison
4 min walk • Runaway Mine Train is a steel roller coaster located in the Boomtown section of Six Flags Over Texas in Arlington, Texas. Built in 1966, Runaway Mine Train is the oldest roller coaster in the park.
~960 ftSE
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Six Flags Over Texas, Addison
5 min walk • Six Flags Over Texas is a 212-acre amusement park located in Arlington, Texas, east of Fort Worth and west of Dallas. It is the first amusement park in the Six Flags chain, and features themed areas and attractions.
1.4 miSE
Shopping centre, Shopping
Plaza Central, Addison
35 min walk • Six Flags Mall was a shopping mall that opened in August 1970 in Arlington, Texas. Arlington's first enclosed shopping center, it was named after the nearby Six Flags Over Texas theme park.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Oil Derrick?

Nearby attractions include Six Flags Over Texas, Addison (2 min walk), Shock Wave, Addison (2 min walk), Runaway Mine Train, Addison (4 min walk), New Texas Giant, Addison (4 min walk).

How to get to Oil Derrick by public transport?

The nearest stations to Oil Derrick:

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Texas Depot (3 min walk)
Boomtown Depot (6 min walk)