Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Reopens — First Look at the Refurbished Ride

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad has reopened at Magic Kingdom after its refurbishment, and the results are impressive. From a newly smooth track and full-speed thrills to new cave scenes and a fully restored interactive queue, here's a look at what's changed.

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