Space Set · Flat ride
Space Mission Orbit
A towering space-launch ride that blasts riders upward and drops them under force.
Flat ride
Extreme thrill
55"
min height
Before you ride
Powerful upward launch, freefall sensations and high G-forces.
Expert tip (Nov 2026)
Look straight ahead during the launch for the strongest sense of acceleration.
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Space Mission Orbit stats
Space Mission Orbit is a 180-foot flat ride at Movieland – The Hollywood Park that reaches 45 mph and drops 130 feet. It was built by S&S, opened in 2021 and lasts about 2 minutes. Riders must be at least 55 inches tall.
- Type
- Flat ride
- Manufacturer
- S&S
- Model
- Combo Tower
- Opened
- 2021
- Top speed
- 45 mph
- Height
- 180 ft
- Drop
- 130 ft
- Inversions
- 0
- Duration
- 1 min 30 sec
- Height requirement
- 55 in
💡 Fun facts
- An S&S Combo Tower
- Formerly Hot Shot at Dixie Landin’ in Louisiana
Reviews
beatlesguy EXPERT9/10
This drop tower may have the best view of any tower ride. It has a great view of Lake Garda and the nearby Gardaland as well. When weighing the gondola, the ride will bounce around 3-4 times before launching, if you want to lessen anticipation.