Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

Height
50 ft
Speed
35 mph
Length
2,671 ft
This runaway mine train sends riders on a wild journey through the arid landscapes of the Old West, weaving through cavernous rock formations and sun-scorched buttes. The experience is defined by its rattling vibrations and sudden, banking turns that mimic the sensation of a train car losing control on rickety tracks. As the locomotive chugs up steep inclines into dark tunnels, passengers encounter scenes of ghostly mining operations and crumbling cave walls. The ride balances moments of darkness with high-speed outdoor descents, providing a chaotic and rhythmic dash through a desert wasteland.

Technical Specifications

StatusOperating
TypeMine Train
PropulsionChain Lift
Opened1979
ManufacturerArrow Dynamics
DesignerTony Baxter, Bill Watkins
Height50 ft
Max Speed35 mph
Length2,671 ft
Capacity2,400 riders per hour