It's a space ride in the dark so you don't know what's coming. Lots of twists and turns and small drops. I use to love it but the older I get, 67 now, the more I notice how fast and sharp all the twists and turns are. If you have back or neck issues you may not want to ride it.
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It's a fun ride, don't get me wrong, but it's far less intense than the original. There's maybe one good drop on the ride; it focuses mainly on helixes the whole ride. It's impeccably smooth, but it doesn't have the same thrill factor as the original IMO.
No need to worry. If your son is tall enough to ride, he won't have a problem, unless he simply gets scared. There are no big drops on Space Mtn.; only small short ones (at least 3 or 4). The scariest part is the dark and if you're not in the front, you really can't see where your going.
If you think he's ready go for it. If he gets in & sees the ride vehicles & wants to back out, there's always an escape hatch for those space travelers that want to abort the mission. I've had parents tell me that they've taken their 5 year olds on SM & they loved it - others were terrified.
Space Mountain. Must be at least 44 inches (112 cm) tall to ride. For safety, you should be in good health and free from high blood pressure, heart, back, or neck problems, motion sickness, or other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride.
What is the scariest roller coaster in Disney World? Expedition Everest gets our vote for scariest roller coaster in Disney World. Rock 'n' Roller Coaster and Space Mountain both take place entirely in the dark, but even their surprises don't compare with what Expedition Everest brings to the table.
space Mountain is a slow roller coaster, clocking in at a top speed of only 27 miles per hour. it is the slowest. major roller coaster at Walt Disney World. the ride feels fast because you can't see where you are.
Space MountainThis classic in Magic Kingdom is a high-speed roller coaster in the dark, with sudden drops, jerky turns, loud noises, and some repeated spinning. We think the main issue with this one is the jerky-ness of the ride in general, coupled with the fact that it's in the dark and does have some fast motions.
Is Space Mountain Kid-Friendly? Space Mountain is a thrilling ride so it's not for everyone. It could be scary for kids due to the coaster being completely in the dark and all of the twists and turns. This is a ride that even some adults are not a fan of.
You might be surprised to learn that Space Mountain pokes along at a top speed of only 27 mph. But because it operates in the dark, it amps up the fear of the unknown and makes the coaster seem faster and scarier. Thrill scale: 5.
Children must be 7-years or older to ride any attraction alone, but for Space Mountain, they must also be at least 44 inches (112 cm) tall. If a child is under 7-years-old, they must ride with another Guest that is 14-years or older.
Space Mountain is an enclosed roller coaster ride in the dark – the darkness of outer space. So, thrills come from the fact that, as opposed to other coasters, you never know what's coming! And unlike in space, everyone can hear you scream.
Age Rating: What Ages of Kids Can Ride Tower Of Terror? As always, you know your kids best. But this is one of those instances where being tall enough (40 inches) isn't always the same as being ready for an attraction. A tall 3-year-old should also be a fairly mature and brave 3-year-old to enjoy this ride.