Tag: Frontierland
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VIDEO: Phantom Manor at Disneyland Paris
The Phantom Manor at Disneyland Paris is arguably one of the best Disney attractions in any Disney theme park around the world. This is the third version of the Haunted Mansion after the original at Disneyland and then the Magic Kingdom version at Walt Disney World. The Phantom Manor’s story continues well beyond the gates…
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New Food Items Coming to Magic Kingdom July 21
It’s time to round up your appetite, partner, because there is new food to discover at Magic Kingdom beginning July 21. Two Frontierland locations are introducing food that will surely help fuel your Magic Kingdom day. Golden Oak Outpost will be offering Hot Honey Chicken Strips. These chicken strips are served with marshmallow and candied…
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Big Thunder Ranch | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 27, 1986
On this day in 1986, Big Thunder Ranch officially opened in Frontierland at Disneyland. It was modeled after an 1880s working ranch. Original attractions included blacksmith and harness-making demonstrations, plus a farm animal petting area, an authentic log cabin, a livestock stable, and a barbecue restaurant. Guests enjoyed visiting Mickey Moo, a Holstein cow with…
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Rainbow Ridge and the Rainbow Desert | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 26, 1956
On this day in 1956, Rainbow Ridge and the Rainbow Desert debuted at Disneyland. They were the first major upgrades to Frontierland since opening day. Guests now departed from the town of Rainbow Ridge when riding the refreshed Rainbow Mountain Stage Coaches and Rainbow Ridge Pack Mules. Ride capacity was increased, with one August day…
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Before Galaxy’s Edge: Finding Nature’s Wonderland!
Join Mr. Daps and Clocky on a brand-new episode of Photoniks as they take a nostalgic, photographic journey into Disneyland’s past! Today, the duo is stepping back in time to explore Mine Train through Nature’s Wonderland, the classic attraction that occupied the land long before Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge or Big Thunder Mountain arrived. Armed…
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Developed in May ~ Photoniks ~ Episode 20
There is a certain magic to the old-school “film delay.” In the days of physical slides, you didn’t see your vacation photos the moment you stepped off the plane; you saw them a month later when the canisters finally came back from the lab. In a special episode of Photoniks, titled Developed in May, we…
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Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Reopens at Disneyland
Big Thunder Mountain has reopened at Disneyland. On Sunday, November 2, 2025, the beloved Frontierland attraction reopened with the park opening. A couple of hours later, it also was added to the Disneyland app. Then the attraction went down for a few hours before opening again in the early afternoon. The attraction is more or…
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Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Closes at Disneyland for Refurbishment
Big Thunder Mountain at the Disneyland Resort has closed for refurbishment. The popular Frontierland attraction closed after normal operating hours on Sunday and had walls up around it by Monday morning. Daps Magic team member Steven stopped by the Disneyland and checked out what was happening with the attraction. Below are photos and video of…
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Halloween Tree Returns to Frontierland at Disneyland
A Halloween icon has returned to Frontierland at Disneyland. Since 2007, this tree has been lighting up the night in Frontierland with its orange glow. Inspired by Ray Bradbury’s book of the same name, it was dedicated on the 35th anniversary of the book. The tree, just like the one in the book, is covered…
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Disney Reveals New Details on Piston Peak and How it Builds on Frontierland Story
Explore the exciting changes coming to Magic Kingdom, including Piston Peak National Park based on Pixar’s ‘Cars.’
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Walls and Scrims Come Down From Around Golden Horseshoe at Disneyland
Check out the refreshed Golden Horseshoe at Disneyland, now beautifully painted in preparation for the 70th Celebration milestone.
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New Items Coming to Disneyland’s Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante Menu
Disneyland’s Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante is getting a menu update starting on April 30, 2025. Check out what’s coming here!
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Pixar Chief Creative Officer Pete Docter and Imagineer Michael Hundgen Head to the Frontier at SXSW
Pixar Chief Creative Officer Pete Docter and Imagineer Michael Hundgen share about the future Cars off-road attraction.
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Big Thunder Mountain to Undergo Multi-Month Refurbishment at Disneyland Paris
Big Thunder Mountain at Disneyland Paris is getting a multi-month refurbishment starting in January.
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Disney Legend Fess Parker | DISNEY THIS DAY | December 15, 2004
On this day in 2004, Disney Legend Fess Parker was honored with a window in Frontierland at Disneyland.
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Rainbow Caverns Mine Train | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 11, 1959
On this day in 1959, the Rainbow Caverns Mine Train attraction closed in Disneyland’s Frontierland. Walt Disney thought the attraction needed more humor and enhancements, which Imagineer Marc Davis delivered. The area transformed into Mine Train Through Nature’s Wonderland, opening in 1960. The pack mules returned for this new version, but sadly the Conestoga Wagons…
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Stage Door Cafe | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 1, 1978
On this day in 1978, the Stage Door Cafe opened in Frontierland at Disneyland. It replaced the Oaks Tavern, a refreshment stand, which had occupied the spot since 1956. The Stage Door Cafe is an extension of the Golden Horseshoe Saloon, although it is considered a separate dining location. It offers quick-service comfort food like…
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Two New Disney-Pixar’s ‘Cars’ Attractions Racing to Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World
Two new Cars-themed attractions are coming to Frontierland at Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort!
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Villains Land Coming to Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort
A new Villains Land was announced at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event and it is coming to Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort!
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Frontierland Shooting Gallery | DISNEY THIS DAY | July 12, 1957
On this day in 1957, the Frontierland Shooting Gallery opened at Disneyland. One of four shooting galleries in the early years of the park, it is the only one that survives today. The guns originally fired real lead pellets. Every night, the chipped targets had to be repainted before the next day’s action, adding up…
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Rainbow Caverns Mine Train | DISNEY THIS DAY | July 2, 1956
On this day in 1956, the Rainbow Caverns Mine Train debuted in Disneyland’s Frontierland. It was part of the new Living Desert, which the Stage Coach, Conestoga Wagons, and Pack Mules also navigated. Guests of the Mine Train took a leisurely ride through the arid landscape, observing whimsical cacti, balancing rocks, and interesting stone formations.…
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Sunday Spotlight: A Trip to Pirate’s Lair on Tom Sawyer Island at Disneyland
One of the gems at Disneyland is hidden right in plain site. Pirate’s Lair on Tom Sawyer Island is passed by thousands of guests on a daily basis. Just a fraction of them actually take the trek across the Rivers of America to explore it, however. Originally known simply as Tom Sawyer Island, the island…
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Orchestrion in Frontierland Brings Unique Holiday Music to Disneyland Resort
There are two orchestrions that can be found at the Disneyland Resort. One is in the Candy Palace on Main Street, USA and the other is in Frontierland. The Frontierland orchestrion originally was found in the Main Street Train Station before being moved to the Silver Spur Supplies store. This instrument is about 100 years…
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Disneyland Resort Refurbishment Report – September 20, 2023
Welcome to the Refurbishment Report. Many times throughout the year there are small and even major refurbishments happening around the Disneyland Resort. From ride closures to building updates, the Disneyland Resort Theme Parks, Hotels, and Downtown Disney are constantly getting refreshed. To make this report possible, Daps Magic Team Member Steven has gladly taken photos…