Reviews of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
Reviewed by ILoveDisneyWorld Review Date: 10/21/2021
Rating: (10) Recommended
This ride is one of the best in the park! I always recommend this ride to anyone going to Magic Kingdom for the first time. The ride is a good time length and has a lot of twists and turns throughout the whole thing!
Pros:
The theming is great, excitingCons:
No huge hillsReviewed by DisneyKnapps17 Review Date: 10/21/2021
Rating: (10) Recommended
My husband and I love this ride. It is one of our favorites and a must do every time we visit. He doesn’t like roller coasters with big drops, so this one is perfect for him.
Pros:
No big hill Fun themingCons:
NoneReviewed by jessica345 Review Date: 10/12/2021
Rating: (8) Recommended
Obviously a must-do! It does often have a long wait time, but the ride is so much fun and memorable. The queue has interactive features that help pass the time, but it's still an uncomfortable and crowded queue. Also note that, especially if you sit near the back, it can toss you around quite a bit. If you easily get whiplash, I'd recommend asking for a seat near the front. Also note that the ride is very short, but thrilling nonetheless. The theming is also incredible! I'd highly recommend this to any newcomers at Disney.
Pros:
Thrilling, fun ride Interactive queue Fun for all agesCons:
Usually has a long wait Queue can be uncomfortable and crowded Short ride time Can throw you around a bitReviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 10/05/2021
Rating: (9) Recommended
Very great family coaster! The theming is absolutely amazing. However, I feel like Magic Kingdom’s BTMR could use a refurbishment. Disneyland keeps theirs so maintained and has many great effects that’s Disney World does not have. Also, Disneyland keeps their track smooth and Magic Kingdom’s can get bumpy.
Pros:
-Great family coaster -Absolutely iconic -Amazing themingCons:
-Can use a re-track along with new effectsReviewed by ChefDionofLima Review Date: 09/29/2021
Rating: (10) Recommended
One of the best themed thrill rides in the MK. I dare you not to slide around. Love the theming. If you're gonna rope drop make this one of your first attractions. Pro tip, everyone usually takes the path through either Adventureland or Liberty Square. Don't walk all the way through Adventure land save time and steps by cutting between Aloha Aisle or by the Adventureland restrooms to beat the extra traffic.
Pros:
Excellent theming, high reridability because the ride experience is quite different depending on where you are sat.Cons:
Wait times can be tough. And weather can shut the ride down.Reviewed by JustinDoesDisney Review Date: 09/22/2021
Rating: (10) Recommended
A true classic (and I know that word is often overused, but this ride is worthy) Walt Disney World attraction! It is probably exactly what Walt had in mind when building The Carolwood Pacific Railroad in his backyard. It's not the fastest coaster in the world (or even Disney World), but the way it whips you around those sharp curves, it is truly an enjoyable experience for anyone meeting the 40-inch height requirement. For the wildest ride on the Wildest Ride in the Wilderness, request the back row! 🙂
Pros:
Line usually moves quickly, classic Disney experience, theming/backstoryCons:
Closes during inclement weather (ride it early!)Reviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 09/20/2021
Rating: (10) Recommended
I love this ride as a thrill junky i am super exited to ride this ride every time i go
Pros:
Thrill,great themeing,classicCons:
Lines get long sometimes but not alwaysReviewed by Perkisizing Review Date: 09/09/2021
Rating: (9) Recommended
Excellent theming, a nice steady and fun speed, you get really immersed in this ride as you go through caves and through the canyon. This is also a great ride for younger people who are gradually going from the Barn Stormer or Gadgets Go Coaster in Disneyland to more intense coasters. As you get older though and go on this ride more and more, you realize it isn’t as thrilling as some of the other rides in Disney World. Overall a great experience and I will ride this ride every chance I get.
Pros:
Great theming, thrilling, a great step up coaster for younger riders.Cons:
Can get a little stale over time as you can find more thrilling coastersReviewed by MaydayPeppers Review Date: 09/05/2021
Rating: (9) Recommended
I thoroughly enjoy this ride every time I get on it. The interactive queue wasn't really available due to Covid, but the queue was still enjoyable. The track isn't really a smooth ride and I definitely felt like I was being thrown around, however it added to the experience. I go on this multiple times each trip. I love it!
Pros:
Great views Two trains with two lines so the wait isn't longCons:
Some of the drops are anticlimatic and very slow. It's very rickety. If you get seated in the first row you can't see much because the train blocks your view.Reviewed by Kyla Review Date: 09/05/2021
Rating: (9) Recommended
I love this ride! The long length of the ride is worth the wait times this ride gets, and a perfect moderate coaster. A little bumpy but not too terrible overall.
