Does this look cool? Well, it is. Big thunder Mountain Railroad in Frontierland at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom is one fun ride. It's a roller coaster through an old western gold mining mountain where you ride a train through twists and turns , up and down hills, and into the mountain itself.
I you like old-fashioned coasters with a rough ride you're going to like this one. It's not a terribly rough one but it's enough that I don't suggest it if you're pregnant or have neck or back problems. There is a height restriction but I think it's only 40 inches. I saw some pretty little kids on it and mine all went on it by the age of five so not too bad. It is good enough to rattle your teeth and when you get off it you'll have had fun.
There are a few climbs and plunges, a little water, but other than that it's just right for the kids.
Thunder Mountain was closed for the better part of this year for repairs so we haven't been on it for a while. That has made it a busy ride because folks have waited for a long time for it to reopen.
You probably want to Fast Pass this one due to the extraordinarily long lines. Thunder Mountain is located right next to Splash Mountain which is another long wait so I suggest getting a Fast Pass for one and waiting in Stand By for the other one. This will cut your wait for the two of them significantly.
No, we don't know these folks. I just got a shot of them going by as we waited in line. Definitely don't miss this one. It's worth the wait and you're under cover from this Florida heat while in line. Drink lots of water this time of year as we are in the tropics. Have fun.
