Buffalo Bill’s Casino in Primm, Nevada, just over the state line from California, is 26 years old, built 1994. This enormous amazing feathered headdress sign can be seen from the nearby 15 freeway. This enormous amazing feathered headdress sign can be seen from the nearby 15 freeway. The Desperado at Buffalo Bill's is one of the most exciting roller coasters in the West. It features a 60 degree, 225 foot drop with top speeds around 80 mph. If the high flying view of Primm Valley is too much for you, try the Adventure Canyon Log Flume - drop more than fifty feet into an awesomely welcome splash. A: According to a public relations representative for Affinity Gaming, owner of Buffalo Bill's Resort-Casino where the Desperado is, the roller coaster is closed for maintenance, with no reopening date set. My only visit to Vegas as a kid was during the back end of a thunderstorm, so Speed, High Roller, and NYNY Express were all closed due to lightning and I never got a chance to ride them. By the time we drove past Primm the weather cleared and we could see this bad boy operating. Buffalo Bill's is located in Primm Valley, 48 miles southwest of the Strip. From the buffalo-shaped swimming pool to the resort's roller coaster to the casino floor, Buffalo Bill's has something.

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Update: The Desperado roller coaster closed in February 2020 and isn't likely to re-open. The Adventure Canyon Log Flume at Buffalo Bill's also closed.

Thrills & Chills

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Primm is home to more than just casinos. It has several amusement park style rides that are fun for the whole family including the Desperado roller coaster, the Turbo Drop, and the Vault, and Adventure Canyon Log Flume Ride. Buffalo Bill Resort and Casino, Primm's largest hotel and casino, is the center of the action for thrill seekers and family fun.

The Desperado Roller Coaster is one of the fastest and tallest roller coasters in the world. The Desperado roller coaster reaches speeds up to 80 miles per hour and has a drop of 225 feet. The ride typically costs about $7. Buffalo Bill's also has the 'Turbo Drop', which affords an excellent view of the area with a steep drop. Visitors can see all the way to Las Vegas on a clear day.

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FAMILY FRIENDLY

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For families, Buffalo Bill's has the Adventure Canyon Log Flume Ride. It is a typical water log ride. Riders won't get very wet and the drops aren't too steep. Riders also get to shoot at targets with water guns. The ride costs about $5 but coupons can be found that make the ride more affordable. Buffalo Bill's also has 'The Vault', which is a three dimensional simulation ride.