Carowinds · Operating
Wind Star
Wave swinger · Carolina Boardwalk
Photo: Carowinds / Six Flags · Official park / manufacturer media
Wind Star operates at Carowinds among the park’s non-coaster attractions on the North Carolina–South Carolina state line.
At a glance
Key facts for Wind Star.
Type
Thrill ride
Status
Operating
Subtype
Wave swinger
Land
Park
Specifications
Sourced stats for Wind Star.
Ride profile
Thrill ride · Wave swinger
- family
- wave-swinger
Experience
Wave swinger
Specs source: sixflags.com
History
Sourced timeline and background for Wind Star.
Timeline
Wind Star operating
Background
Wind Star remains part of Carowinds’ operating attractions inventory on the official Six Flags Carowinds site.
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More coasters in Carolina Boardwalk and around Carowinds.
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More in Carolina Boardwalk and nearby — keep planning your Carowinds day.
Sources & official links
We link out to parks, manufacturers, and the pages where facts and media come from.
- Wind Star — official ride pagesixflags.com(opens in a new tab)
- Carowinds — official sitesixflags.com(opens in a new tab)
- Carowinds on Coaster AtlasPark page
- Full Carowinds rosterCoasters and other rides
- Hero photo (Carowinds / Six Flags · Official park / manufacturer media)Image license & attribution(opens in a new tab)
Learn more
Guides matched to this attraction type and park.
General park-visit tip
Planning a theme park day
Arrive with a short list, a break plan, and realistic walk times — especially at large regional parks.
General park-visit tip
What to bring on a park day
A short packing list that protects your phone, comfort, and ride time — without turning you into a walking luggage cart.
General park-visit tip
Multi-day park strategy
How to split a huge lineup across two days without burning out — or missing your must-rides.