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Inside the Mountain at the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train!

Posted on May 27, 2014May 5, 2022
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“Heigh-HOOOOOOOOO!!!”

It’s time to go INSIDE THE MOUNTAIN…

Seven Dwarfs Mine Train queue (14)
The Seven Dwarfs Mine Train officially opens to the public this week (Wednesday, May 28th), and I was thrilled to happen upon a soft opening of this long-awaited attraction. I’d love to give you a sneak peek with a few of my photos from the day, with hopes that you get your chance to join the Seven Dwarfs inside the mountain soon!

Seven Dwarfs Mine Train (12)
Of course, before I could ride the attraction, there was the small matter of waiting in line. The line begins outside and blends in with the rustic beauty of the forest setting.

Seven Dwarfs Mine Train queue (4)
Seven Dwarfs Mine Train queue (21)
Seven Dwarfs Mine Train queue (20)
And there are plenty of fans to help you cool off a little on those hot days!

Seven Dwarfs Mine Train queue (15)
Once you enter under the charming wooden cover, things start to change.

Seven Dwarfs Mine Train queue (24)
Seven Dwarfs Mine Train queue (23)
The Dwarfs, of course, spend their days in the mountain, mining for precious gems. You start to see hints of those gems through the interactive experiences that begin to appear throughout the queue! Be sure to keep an eye out for instructions from Doc to help you sort the jewels.

Seven Dwarfs Mine Train queue (25)

Seven Dwarfs Mine Train queue (26)
Then you spend some time washing those gems with help of musical spigots! The woodwork all over this portion of the queue is truly beautiful.

Seven Dwarfs Mine Train queue (28)
Seven Dwarfs Mine Train queue (27)
But you really get a feel for what you’re about to experience once you enter The Vault: the barrels full of jewels glisten and glow in this darker portion of the queue. And if you give a barrel a spin…

Seven Dwarfs Mine Train queue (31)
… it changes what you see on the ceiling above, as you watch the Dwarfs “spin” into life from the gems.

Seven Dwarfs Mine Train queue (29)
It’s almost hard to walk away from the barrels, even though you are excited for what’s next… the ride!

Unfortunately, I couldn’t take photos during the ride itself (not because you aren’t allowed, but because you’re moving fast enough that there isn’t really an opportunity). However, it may give you some idea to know that if you think this is pretty…

Seven Dwarfs Mine Train queue (12)
… you ain’t seen nothin’ yet ;)!

Here are some of my impressions of the ride itself (for those who don’t wish to know prior to riding, it’s best to stop reading now) :

  • The ride was more thrilling than I anticipated… in a very good way! I think this is a good step for kids who are outgrowing the Goofy’s Barnstormer kiddie coaster, but not quite ready to tackle Space Mountain. That said, this coaster-loving adult was very pleasantly surprised by the swiftness and thrills of the twists and turns. It’s a BLAST!
  • I could have guessed a bit about the speed and fun of this attraction by watching and listening to the laughter and screams of the riders from outside the mountain. But nothing could have prepared me for what was in store INSIDE. The mine sparkles and shines like nothing else I’ve ever seen, but what I loved even more was the presence of the Dwarfs themselves, working in the mine – the familiar songs and characters spring to life with the help of some amazing effects. And it doesn’t stop there… when your train comes to a stop near the end of the ride, be sure to peek in the windows of the Dwarf’s cottage, where you’ll enjoy one of the most iconic scenes of “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,” and see Snow White herself. It’s simply wonderful.
  • I really think there is something for everyone here: a slow-moving “dark ride” portion in between some speed and thrill, beloved Disney story, characters and music, whimsy and beauty, and Disney Imagineering at its best. It’s jumped to the top of my list of Magic Kingdom Must-Dos.

Seven Dwarfs Mine Train cottage
Remember: FastPass+ is available for this attraction now, and they’re going fast. Even if you don’t get a FastPass+, do NOT miss this attraction. The queue is so fun that it’s worth seeing, and the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train – just as we all hoped – was VERY worth the wait!

Seven Dwarfs Mine Train queue (6)

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2 thoughts on “Inside the Mountain at the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train!”

  1. Mic Anderson says:
    May 27, 2014 at 2:59 pm

    Hi Ho, Hi Ho, it’s off to work we go

  2. WendyP says:
    May 29, 2014 at 8:21 am

    My response was to whistle, but I realized that’s difficult to type ;)!

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