Ride it after dark if you can. Seats in the back offer the best experience. In terms of intensity, we put this coaster at about a 5 on a scary scale of 10—it has tight turns rather than big hills or drops, and no loops or upside-down parts.
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In terms of intensity, we put this coaster at about a 5 on a scary scale of 10—it has tight turns rather than big hills or drops, and no loops or upside-down parts.
Thunder Mountain is an intermediate level coaster. It is not as intense as coasters, such as Expedition Everest or Space Mountain, however it still is a fast roller coaster with many tight turns and bumps.
How Scary Is it? Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is a fast roller coaster-type attraction designed for kids and adults. However, some parts of this attraction are bumpy and, in some instances, take place in the dark.
My son went on it when he was 3 and just about 40 and he really liked it. They aren't really strapped in but a bar comes down onto your lap. I think he'll be fine. It doesn't go up or down enough for anyone to feel like they are going to fall out.
Both are essentially “kiddie coasters” with no big drops or anything particularly thrilling, so it's tough to say which one is tamer. 7 Dwarfs is tamer since it's a tad shorter and the slow part in the mine is really slow. And yes, for either ride, sitting in the front minimizes the intensity.
There are only very small drops on this ride, much like the drop in Pirates of the Caribbean, Seven Dwarves Mine Train, and Slinky Dog Dash. The ride is tame enough that guests are restrained with a lap bar rather than an over-head restraint. However, there is a height requirement of 40 inches, or 102 centimeters.
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is a fast rollercoaster-type attraction designed for kids and adults. However, some sections of this attraction are bumpy and take place in the dark.
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is a fast roller coaster-type attraction designed for kids and adults. However, some parts of this attraction are bumpy and, in some instances, take place in the dark.
BTMRR is much bigger then Space Mountain. And if all were equal (darkness vs. light) BTMRR would be considered much more of a thrill ride. Being completley dark, you can't really gauge the next twist, turn or drop.
One of the best Magic Kingdom rides! Big Thunder Mountain is one of the most underrated WDW rides! The wait can get kind of long on busy days but if you time it right, you won't wait more than 30-40 minutes. My whole family loves this roller coaster, we make sure to ride it every time we are in Magic Kingdom.
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.
Surprisingly, babies can go on quite a few rides at Disney World, since many do not have a height requirement. The only rides at Magic Kingdom that your baby will not be able to ride are Splash Mountain, Big Thunder Mountain, Tomorrowland Speedway, Space Mountain, and The Barnstormer.
Big Thunder MountainThis popular ride is fun for plus size guests thanks to the bench seating and lap bar! However, due to that one lap bar, you'll want to ride this one alone if you're concerned about your fellow rider needing to be fully secure.
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but the short answer is yes, every Disney World park is good for toddlers. Epcot, despite being most known for its festival scene, has seven rides without a height requirement. Plus, our toddler loves running around the stores at the World Showcase and taking bites of any food we grab along the way.