Inside Look: Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Ride Testing at Magic Kingdom
Walt Disney World President Jeff Vahle shared photos from testing of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom. The images give an inside look at the attraction after more than a year-long closure.
Testing images
Vahle’s photos are the first substantial visuals inside the attraction since its extended downtime. They capture scenes from ride testing but stop short of showing every detail.
What changed during the refurbishment
- Disney replaced the ride’s entire track while retaining the original layout.
- New trains closely resemble the previous models but sport refreshed color schemes.
- Rockwork was removed, rebuilt, and repainted across the mountain.
- The opening scene was updated, including a transformation of the Rainbow Caverns.
- Audio-Animatronics received refreshes and maintenance.
- New gold props and additional decorative elements were added.
Reopening details and guest information
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad reopens on May 3. Park officials announced a lowered height requirement ahead of the reopening.
Additional notes
A full ride POV recorded before the closure remains available for fans. For the latest Disney Parks news and updates, follow Filmogaz.com on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
