GhostRider is a roller coaster at Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park, California. From Kona Inn Motel Anaheim, the ride is about 12 minutes away by car; the motel is a two-star motel in Anaheim. Before you go, confirm the park’s hours and ride status, then plan your visit around admission, access needs and the park’s other rides.
- Location: Ghost Town at Knott’s Berry Farm, 8039 Beach Boulevard, Buena Park, CA 90620.
- Park schedule: open every day except Christmas Day; hours vary.
- Admission: every guest needs a valid ticket or Season Pass.
Where is GhostRider at Knott’s Berry Farm?
GhostRider is in Ghost Town, one of the areas of Knott’s Berry Farm. The Guest Relations Center is across from the ride’s exit, which can help you orient yourself once you’re in the area.
For the wider park layout and visit logistics, use this Knott’s Berry Farm planning guide from Anaheim alongside the park’s own map.
What should you check before riding GhostRider?
Check GhostRider’s ride requirements, accessibility information and closure status before setting out for the attraction. Knott’s directs guests to its ride-information page for height requirements and to its accessibility page for physical requirements and other details.
The park publishes scheduled ride closures, but the list can change without notice, and rides not listed may occasionally close. Check the official site before you go. Knott’s says park hours and operating dates can also change without notice.
Lockers are available near GhostRider in Ghost Town, with rental fees from $15 to $25 depending on size. If you need a wheelchair, manual and electric models are available for rent in Ghost Town next to the Geode Shop. Rentals are limited and first-come, first-served; reserve an electric wheelchair at least 24 hours ahead.
How should you fit GhostRider into your park day?
Start by checking the park calendar for its operating hours, then confirm GhostRider’s status before choosing when to head to Ghost Town. Knott’s is open every day except Christmas Day, but hours vary, so let the calendar guide your timing.
If you’re considering a shorter wait, Knott’s offers Fast Lane as an all-day product for multiple attractions. Single Use Fast Lane is for one Fast Lane admission at a specific attraction on a specific date. It may be available in limited quantities through the mobile app when capacity allows, with availability tied to current wait-time conditions.
You can arrive by rideshare: Lyft and Uber can drop guests at the Main Entrance loading zone. If you’re coming by transit, OCTA buses connect the Buena Park Metrolink station at 8400 Lakeknoll Drive, at Dale Street, with the park along Beach Boulevard.
What other Knott’s Berry Farm rides can you consider?
Knott’s Berry Farm also has Sierra Sidewinder, Silver Bullet, Xcelerator, HangTime and Coast Rider. If you’re planning another coaster stop, Sierra Sidewinder at Knott’s Berry Farm is another named ride to look into.
FAQs
Where is Knott’s Berry Farm?
The park is at 8039 Beach Boulevard, Buena Park, CA 90620.
Can guests enter without a ticket?
No. Each guest entering the park needs a valid admission ticket or Season Pass.
Where can you rent a wheelchair?
Manual and electric wheelchairs are rented inside Ghost Town next to the Geode Shop. Electric-wheelchair reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance.