MORE NEWS: Disney World History: Cinderella Castle over the last 50 years The idea eventually became known as ‘Space Voyage.’ He had plans for a coaster with four tracks, weaving in and out, partly going outside, and would be operated by a computer. Walt Disney even wanted to create a similar attraction to the Matterhorn, but with a space theme. Matterhorn Bobsleds, Disneyland California (Photo from Disney) This allowed for sharp turns and quickly became a popular standard for attractions across the country. According to the ‘Behind the Attractions’ Disney+ show, the Matterhorn was the world’s first tubular steel thrill ride. One of those new attractions was the "Matterhorn Bobsleds’ coaster. With the need for more excitement, Disneyland underwent several expansions, with multiple new rides debuting by 1959. For example, there was the ’Rocket to the Moon’ theatre experience and the race-car attraction ‘Autopia,’ but no Space Mountain. When Disneyland actually opened to the public in July 1955, only a few attractions were said to be in Tomorrowland. However, the show said that the Imagineers developing the west coast park struggled with their vision of the land and it was the last one developed. Walt Disney was fascinated with the future and space, sparking his idea for ‘Tomorrowland’ at the original Disney theme park, ‘Disneyland,’ in Anaheim, California. As the 50th anniversary of the company’s Florida resort approaches, we’re taking a look back at the history of the iconic attraction.Īccording to the ‘Behind the Attractions’ Disney+ show, you have to go back to 1955 to understand how Space Mountain was conceived. Space Mountain continues to thrill Walt Disney World guests today and several versions of the ride have opened up at Disney parks across the globe. MORE NEWS: What to expect during Disney World's 50th anniversary celebration Walt Disney World, Space Mountain (Photo from Disney)
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