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Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
Moderate Open

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

Type

roller_coaster

Thrill Level

moderate

Height Requirement

38 inches

Duration

3 minutes 30 seconds

Accessibility

Compiled from operator materials and community reporting. Always confirm with Guest Services at the park before planning around a specific need.

Wheelchair accessible
No
Transfer required
Yes
Must transfer from ECV
Yes
DAS / return-time eligible
Yes
Single Rider line
No
Strobe / flashing lights
No
Motion sensitivity warning
Yes

About this Ride

Hold on to your hats on this runaway mine train through the haunted caverns and crumbling mineshafts of the Old West. The wildest ride in the wilderness features exciting twists, turns, and drops through a richly detailed landscape.
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