Splash Mountain is one of those attractions that looks more intimidating than it actually is. While it does have a 5-story drop (around 50 feet), you won't even notice since you'll be too busy having a great time. It's the truth, it's actual that your experience will be satisfactual!
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Toward the end of Splash Mountain there is a 52 foot 45 degree drop which will take your breath away. In fact Disney, always looking to make a little money, snaps your picture right as you start down the “Big Drop”. Most people are screaming when the flash happens.
But I want to reiterate, Splash Mountain is very tame. The only thrill is the drop at the end and it only lasts about one second. So, unless your child is particularly skittish and really scared of most things, I don't see that there would be a problem.
You can always just duck behind the person in front. Also, keep your feet up against the edge to keep your shoes dry. This. The only time I ever remember getting soaked on Splash Mountain, it was after the big drop and water sloshed into our boat.
If you get caught flashing on Splash Mountain, however, you're in a lot of trouble. Disney could throw the book at you for this one. It's technically public indecency, and with small children around, getting banned from the park might not be your biggest concern.
The closing of the 30-year-old ride — which Princess Diana visited in 1993 — follows years of calls for change because it features several characters from Disney's 1946 film Song of the South, which featured racist stereotypes.
The cast member said it happens once in a while. On Splash Mountain, you can sit in the back, a lot less water but your shoes will still get wet. I wear flip flops on this ride and put my wallet in a ziploc bag. Even in the front, I've never had my face get so wet it ruined my makeup.
Splash Mountain is known for its famous drop that looks over the Magic Kingdom and Kali River Rapids has it drops and waterfalls that are known to get people soaked. If you were to wear a poncho, these would probably be the two that I would suggest. These rides are more focused on their famous drops and spills.
Children may beg for wilder rides, such as Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and Splash Mountain, but must be at least 40 inches tall to board them. Parks to See: The Magic Kingdom, Disney's Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom.
Splash MountainIt's a classic log flume ride (with one heckuva drop). And it's an animatronics-filled dark ride themed to the classic film, Song of the South. You'll be charmed by the Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah post-drop finale—if you can brave the drop. Thrill scale: 5.
Splash Mountain – 40 mphSplash Mountain featured several exciting drops, including a steep 50-foot drop into a splashdown finale that reached a top speed of 40 miles per hour. The ride also featured animatronics and scenes from the film, adding to the immersive experience.
The drops on Splash don't give you much of the stomach drop sensation. They are not very steep. That said, the drops will still probably bother you mentally, but it will be well worth it. Splash Mountain is one of the truly special rides in all of WDW that MUST be experienced.
one of the best themed and most exciting rides in all of disney, this one should not be missed. the thrill is not just the one big drop, but there are several throughout the ride. a very good length for a water flume ride, and you can get decently wet. dont take my word for it, go on it and enjoy it for yourself!