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Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
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Lake Buena Vista
"your ride with a fastpass as to see the fireworks over the castle"(13 Tips)
"Ride in the very back row"(8 Tips)
"Last car is a must for the wildest ride in the wilderness"(5 Tips)"Super fun roller coaster!"(3 Tips)
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Eric LeebowNovember 13, 2017You may get a little wet, but not really. Get ready for a fast and curvy roller coaster without too big of a drop. It’s fast, but not too fast. Great views of mountains and fun. Was worth the wait!
Upvoted Apr 17
Kristine RoskoJuly 24, 2016I used to love this ride as a child, but now, it's painful! If you have thicker thighs or are on the taller side, be forewarned that the lap bar hits at mid-thigh, & will hurt! FastPass+ recommended.Upvoted 5 days ago
Shravan ArasJanuary 9, 2014As you wait in line to hop on the ride don't miss the mining sings on the way. They are awesome and fun to read and pass the time. Be sure to snap pics and touch rocks with golden ores in them.Upvoted Mar 31
Clarissa McDanielOctober 4, 2016Sit in the back for the best ride. Try to ride at night and during the day for two different experiences.
Noel ClarkeSeptember 17, 2019Another of the classics at Magic kingdom and actually still a great ride. it will rattle you around so hold on to your hats. Lines can get long so book fast pass well in advance or hit the ride 1st
YvonneNovember 29, 2011This is a super-fun rollercoaster, and I had to come back and leave this tip: If at all possible ride this at night, during the fireworks, approx. 9:30-10 pm. The view was AMAZING. No lie. Do it.
Eric OOctober 13, 2012This is my mom's favorite roller coaster, meaning that it's tame enough for my mom to ride yet thrilling enough to be highly enjoyable!
Dave McJuly 15, 2017One of the kids favorites with repeated trips - but they also never got a chance to see the dwarf mine!
One of my favorite rides...sit in the back for the best experience. Fastpass helps on this ride, but isn't a must.
Karla RamirezNovember 25, 2015Fastpass is a must! This is one of my favorite rides! Is a long ride compare to other rides in Magic Kingdom and is well worth it!- Greg PagansFebruary 1, 2014awesome! smooth ride, some great turns, and detail-ridden like most other Disney creations...enjoy the mining theme and don't scream too loudly!
Chris JJune 25, 2016The line isn't that bad in the mornings, and there is a lot of stuff to keep you entertained while you wait.
Definitely better at night...seems a lot faster! try to go during Wishes or during the parades at night. The wait will be under 30 minutes. The last car is the best!
Second best roller coaster at Magic Kingdom. A must ride. Try to ride it at night during the fireworks.
The names of the trains are U.R. Bold, U.R. Daring, U.R. Courageous, I.M. Brave, I.B. Hearty, I.M. Fearless.- Try and time your ride with a fastpass as to see the fireworks over the castle as you ride! Also, much better at night!
Jessica LegnerFebruary 23, 2016Very fun ride. My 9 year old son really enjoyed, too. A must do at Magic Kingdom.
Don't care how long the wait is, last car for me EVERY TIME!! Also, completely different feel at night, try it out sometime, HIGHLY recommended!! 👍👍
Susanne UhligAugust 17, 2014If you want a real roller coaster than skip this. It's a sweet ride but for kids. The good thing it's not as short as you might think. You are on this ride for around 2 minutes. Not scary! :)
Sean NagelSeptember 19, 2012If you are in the back, avoid the front row. All the energy expelled by the ride focuses right there giving one the impression of being on a pinball machine.
Zooms around corners, quick drops but not too fast. Fun for kids and adults!
Duffy BearSeptember 4, 2013Riding at night gives TM a different thrill Riding during the day light hours you'll all the theming for the ride. Both times are great for me!
Ailie ChangNovember 12, 2015Love this ride! It's one of the longer roller coaster rides. I still fly out of my seat.
Drew McLellanJanuary 18, 2014Ask for the last car, it's worth the wait. And brace yourself at the end of the ride for a very jarring stop.
Sit in the back row, turn your body sideways, and look backwards. It's a completely new experience. :-)
Nicole De GrandaMay 30, 2014Want a more intense ride? Sit in the very back and face backward the whole entire ride. It's much more fun because you don't know what's coming.- Drew McLellanJanuary 18, 2014Incredible view of the entire Magic Kingdom at night. If you can time it with the fireworks - awesome!
Leonard HansonNovember 26, 2015Fun but you may prefer the new seven dwarfs ride for a smoother ride.
Undercover TouristAugust 16, 2011Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is a good starter coaster. Sit in the front of the train for a tamer ride. If you're looking for a wilder ride, sit in the back!
James WattMarch 7, 2011During extended hours there was no wait, got to ride this a few times in a row. Back is definitely fun (bumpier), but the first row is my personal favorite. Just try to avoid the middle.
Alison BazeleyMarch 18, 2011Hidden Tinkerbell in the rocks at the exit if you board the left train that exits on the right. Leave the building. It's on the outcropping to your left once you leave the building. Photo added.
Lee-Riannan AndraosJanuary 5, 2013Don't send one person to the line and then have the rest of your party show up an hour later, shoving their way through the line. My young child & I waited, you can, too.
Suzanne SheppardMay 19, 2014Be sure to spin the fans during the wait line and see a shadow animation clip.
This is what you're paying thousands of dollars for, people. Enjoy!
David LubinFebruary 13, 2016If you're bigger than the person with whom you're riding, sit on their right, or you will crush them 😁
David MayMay 28, 2016When waiting in line if you spin the handles on the fans a light goes on revealing a short shadow movie
Kids love this coaster. Sit in the back if you want any kind of thrill feeling.
Aundrea SmithApril 25, 2016Fantastic roller coaster! Best time to ride is during the parade or fireworks.
Santi CaamañoSeptember 17, 2015Nice and easy coaster, don't ride it without FastPass, not really worth the wait... or maybe wait until AFTER the fireworks, it's nearly empty then.- The ride lasts for 3:26 minutes and has a top speed of 30 mph.
Data TullyNovember 22, 2013If you sit in the front, the ride is more gentle. Best to ride in the back with the most momentum.
Topher CassidySeptember 4, 2011Such a fun ride. Best time to go is in May before Memorial Day. Little to no lines, still nice and warm. I rode this ride like 4 times.
Meredith KatabiJanuary 26, 2014My favorite ride of all time First time I have ridden it at the Magic Kingdom. Seems longer than the Disneyland one
The Transit NavigatorJanuary 1, 2012A classic disney thrill ride, Big Thunder Mountain is perhaps one of the most beloved coasters in the park.
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Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
4485 Caribbean Way (Magic Kingdom Frontierland)
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
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Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
United States
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