Yes, the HA line breaks off from the main wait line, and you end up going to the ride exit, with people-traffic exiting the ride going in the other direction. So stay to the wall and go slow. The ride is OK, not real bumpy. I have a problem with my leg, and it's hard for me to get up out of rides that you step down into. Pirates of the Carib has a post you can use for leverage, but I find Splash Mountain the hardest to exit. If you need assistance exiting the ride, have your ride buddy seated nearest the exit side, so he/she can help you up.