What Cedar Point Got Right (And Wrong) on Our First 2026 Visit

Cedar Point is finally back for the 2026 season, and after our first visit of the year, we have some thoughts. In this episode of RollerCoaster Rants, we're breaking down everything Cedar Point got RIGHT... and everything that still needs work. We discuss: 🎢 Our first impressions of Siren's Curse 🏖️ Why staying at Lighthouse Point might be the best way to experience Cedar Point 🍔 Some of our favorite places to eat and visit around Sandusky ⚙️ Park operations, ride experiences, and overall atmosphere 🚧 The frustrations and issues we still encountered during our visit 🤔 Whether Cedar Point is trending in the right direction for 2026 Cedar Point remains one of our favorite parks, but no park is perfect. After spending a full trip at the park, we're sharing our biggest takeaways from opening season and discussing what stood out most—both good and bad. What did YOU think of Cedar Point on your first 2026 visit? Let us know in the comments! 🎙️ Subscribe for coaster rankings, park discussions, trip reports, news reactions, and weekly coaster content. #CedarPoint #RollerCoasters #SirensCurse #ThemeParks #CoasterCommunity #RollerCoasterRants ALL OF OUR RECOMMENDED GEAR: -Keep your phone CHARGED all day at the park (you'll NEED this for the digital Fast Lane) -- Anker Portable Charger: https://amzn.to/4bQKem9 -Our GO-TO camera at parks that takes photo and video — Canon C50: https://amzn.to/4729svd -The cameras we use to film in-studio — Canon C70: https://amzn.to/4dsPYnn -The mics we use in-studio — Shure SM7db: https://amzn.to/470Bszq -Our on the road mics at parks — DJI Mics: https://amzn.to/4uPb7P4 -The lens we use to get CLOSE UP of coasters — Canon RF 70-200: https://amzn.to/4uPb7P4 -The BEST all-around lens to use at parks — Canon RF 24-70: https://amzn.to/3Pdkess -The ND Filter I use to make sure I get the crispy coaster shots — Peter McKinnon VND 2-5: https://amzn.to/4bMZtwl -Backpack that makes visiting parks easier — Nomatic McKinnon Camera Pack: https://amzn.to/3Pgr4NN -The Drone we use (not at parks lol) — Mavic Air 2: https://amzn.to/40CylKh As an Amazon Associate, we do earn from qualifying purchases in the links above at no extra cost to you. We just appreciate any help that allows us to continue ranting about the thing we love most, Rollercoasters. 🚨 Don’t forget to LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more coaster news, theme park updates, and honest reactions from Rollercoaster Rants! MusicBed SyncID: MB0110I1NTXNDOP