Mind Eraser's Thrilling Transformation: New Trains And SteamTown Debut in 2024 at Six Flags America

Today, Six Flags America (Baltimore/DC) has revealed their plans for 2024. In celebration of its 25th anniversary, the park will house a newly themed area called SteamTown — with a new storyline, three reimagined attractions, the return of an award-winning stunt show, food & beverage, and retail. This area will also include the all new SteamWhirler family thrill ride.

After many years as a bustling mining town, the gold of Coyote Creek has dried up. A new, mystery investor has come to town and has big plans for the abandoned location. Guests will be invited to follow along as the town comes back to life as the mysterious investor, and their plans, are revealed.
Six Flags America is providing public notice today as it announces the “sale” of Coyote Creek and the creation of a transformed realm called SteamTown: Where the Past Meets the Future.

Upon entering SteamTown, guests will be greeted by a brand-new signature attraction for the whole family, SteamWhirler. Manufactured by Zamperla, the new SteamWhirler ride features four rotating arms that are synchronized by a central gearing system, which provides guests a pop of airtime upon each revolution.

Three fan-favorite attractions will be renamed, re-imagined, restored, re-themed and enhanced. New colors, features and effects will adorn the area with the vivid new charm of storytelling.

The Suspended Coaster (formerly Mind Eraser) is among the rides receiving a well deserved refresh. A new name has not been announced yet, but the attraction will receive an enhanced operating system, a refreshed look along with new trains from ride manufacturer, Vekoma.

The return of the award-winning Six Flags America stunt show will follow along the new steampunk theme and be home to the area’s mysterious new “investor”. Plus, all-new SteamTown food, beverage and retail options will introduce new tastes, treats and sweets.

“SteamTown is an important step in our major, multi-year investment in guest experience and park improvement,” said Six Flags America General Manager Ramar Vaughan. “We are excited for all of the new experiences and enhancements that SteamTown will provide and look forward to sharing more details ahead of the official realm opening next summer.”

What Guests Can Expect:

A whole new story that will weave through various aspects of the area
SteamWhirler – New signature family attraction from Zamperla with four rotating arms that are synchronized by a central gearing system, which provides guests a pop of airtime each revolution
Three re-imagined attractions:
- Suspended coaster (formerly Mind Eraser) with new Vekoma trains, enhanced operating system and a completely refreshed look;
- River rapids ride (formerly Renegade Rapids) with new theming, features and surprises;
- And, an overhaul of bumper cars (formerly Coyote Creek Crazy Cars)

The return of the wildly popular stunt show, with story-driven, high-flying excitement for the whole family
A new quick-service dining experience and the reopening of a large, air-conditioned eatery
Themed retail experience with SteamTown-inspired merchandise