Is Space Mountain an intense ride?


Is Space Mountain an intense ride? Space Mountain is an intense coaster that has many sharp twists and turns. Plus, the majority of the ride takes place in total darkness. It's a very jerky ride, meaning motion sickness is highly possible for those prone to it.


Is the Space Mountain drop steep?

The coaster's steepest drop registers at 39 degrees but you can expect to lose your stomach multiple times during this ride! Most guests are surprised to learn that Space Mountain's top speed is only 28 mph.


Is Space Mountain the slowest roller coaster?

But believe it or not, the top speed you reach is 27-28 mph, which makes this almost the slowest coaster ride in the Magic Kingdom! For comparison, the top speed over at Goofy's Barnstormer is 25 mph; the next fastest coaster is 7 Dwarfs Mine Train at 34 mph.


Is Space Mountain too scary for a 4 year old?

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.


Is Tron more intense than Space Mountain?

Tron is somewhere in between what you seem to be ok with or not. Lots of fun. It feels fast, but smoother than Big Thunder and Space Mountain. Tron is definitely not a family coaster.


Is Space Mountain an easy ride?

The ride is relatively jerky. Personally I'd say opinion on the ride mostly comes down to the “in the dark” component. If that appeals to you, you'll probably enjoy the ride. If it doesn't you'll probably feel like Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and Seven Dwarfs Mine Train are easily superior experiences.


What is seating like on Space Mountain?

Space Mountain Seating surface: Padded bucket seat with back. Guests are seated front to back, rather than side to side. Safety restraints: Individual pull-down lap bar for each guest.


How big are the drops on Space Mountain?

Space Mountain is an outer space-themed, indoor roller coaster in Tomorrowland located at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom theme park in Bay Lake, Florida, near Orlando.


Can a 3 year old ride Space Mountain?

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.


Is Space Mountain Scarier Than Everest?

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.


What level of thrill is Space Mountain?

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.


Who should not ride Space Mountain?

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.


Is Space Mountain a rough ride?

Space Mountain is an exhilarating experience, but it is ROUGH. You will go in screaming, not out of fear but excitement. It is very dark inside, with limited ability to see so if you do not do well with dark and twisty this ride is not for you.