King Claw Goes Vertical

Construction on Dreamworld’s major new thrill attraction, King Claw, has reached a new milestone, with the ride now going vertical on-site in Ocean Parade.

On July 9, the first two support columns for the towering swing ride were lifted into place, followed by the installation of the upper platform in preparation for the motor assembly. Images credit: The Adventures of Theme Park Girl 

The day prior, on July 8, all major components were transported from a nearby staging area into the park, resulting in a temporary closure of the pathway between Main Street and Ocean Parade to allow for delivery. Images credit: The Adventures of Theme Park Girl

King Claw replaces the original Claw, which permanently closed in January 2025 after more than two decades of operation. The new attraction is a significant upgrade, featuring a 27-metre tall structure, a swing arc reaching 42 metres high, and a top speed of 98 km/h, a substantial increase over its predecessor.

Construction officially began in February, with the ride expected to open by late September 2025, subject to final installation and commissioning.

The attraction’s queue line structure and shade cover were completed in mid-June. The design has drawn comparisons to the Mysterious Island area of Tokyo DisneySea, featuring strong steampunk influences inspired by the works of Jules Verne.

Mr. YumYum described the look as “clearly influenced by steampunk and that Jules Verne adventure vibe,” praising the bold, industrial aesthetic and attention to detail, and we couldn't agree more.

With vertical construction now underway, the project enters its next phase. More updates are expected over the coming weeks as the ride structure continues to rise and installation progresses.