Disney's California Adventure Park

Overview "a bug's land"

Golden State Hollywood Backlot

Paradise Pier Sunshine Plaza

Parades & Shows Dining

Golden State

This section represents California ’s rich history, from the gold rush days, to the beautiful natural wonders, to its aeronautical achievements. You’ll share in the rich diversity of California’s culture as you tour the Golden State.

• Condor Flats
• Grizzly Peak Recreation Area
• The Bay Area
• Pacific Wharf
• Golden Vine Winery

CONDOR FLATS

This section of the Golden State pays tribute to California’s aviation history. The buildings resemble airplane hangars while the walkway have runway markings.

Soaring Over California
(Opened February 2001)
FASTPASS Attraction
This is the most popular attraction at California Adventure, and one of the best at the Disneyland Resort. Guests board a simulated hang glider, and soar over California vistas that are projected on a giant IMAX screen. This incredible experience is made all the more realistic with the gentle breezes that carry the scent of pine trees and orange groves. During your flight, you’ll soar over the Golden Gate Bridge, Yosemite, and pass over skiers as they head down the slopes of Lake Tahoe. From the desert to the cityscape, your journey ends in an unforgettable burst of fireworks.
Restrictions: Inaccessible to strollers. Must transfer from a wheelchair/ECV. Closed captioning. Height requirement: 40” (102 cm) or taller.

Taste Pilot’s Grill – Features top-your-own burgers, gourmet ribs, chili fries, grilled chicken sandwiches, salad, onion rings. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks are served in this quick service restaurant.

Fly n’ Buy - located across from Soaring Over California, carries t-shirts, model planes, souvenirs associated with flying. (A limited selection of over-the counter medicines is available.)

As you leave Condor Flats, you will come upon the Grizzly Peak Recreation Area, which resembles an abandoned Northern Californian gold mining operation. There are relics of the bygone days that were left behind. Keep an eye out for the old gold pans in the dry creek bed. The centerpiece of this section is Grizzly Peak, a 110 foot high bear shaped mountain that’s home to the Grizzly River Run attraction.

Grizzly River Run (Opened February 2001) FASTPASS Attraction The story has it that when the gold ran out, a new enterprise was formed and the Grizzly Peak Rafting Company came into being. The result, the Grizzly River Run, is the wildest, wettest raft ride in the West. The six-passenger rafts start with a 45-foot high climb up Grizzly Peak, with drenching drops to follow. You’ll race down a California river through white water rapids, mountain caverns, waterfalls, and to a dizzying drop into the river gorge. There are two drops, the final one being the Grizzly-Go-Round. Guests drop 22 feet, while the raft spins 360º. Each ride is unique, but one thing is certain, you will get wet. Restrictions: Inaccessible to strollers. Must transfer from a wheelchair/ECV. Closed captioning. Height requirement: 42” (106 cm) or taller.

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Redwood Creek Challenge Trail (Opened February 2001)
This is a huge children’s play area set in the California redwoods. There are plenty of fun things for kids to do along the trail. They can go through a redwood tree, play on the rock slide, cross the suspension bridges, climb rock cliffs, check out animal prints, and more. Find Kenai’s Spirit Cave and put your hand in the glowing bear paw print for a surprise. There is the Ahwahnee Camp Circle, where guests participate while listening to the story of the Magic of Brother Bear.
Restrictions: Accessible to strollers and wheelchairs/ECVs. Closed captioning. Height requirement: 42” (106 cm) or taller.

Rushin’ River Outfitters – located next to Grizzly River Run, features clothing, postcards, maps, books, and outdoor related souvenirs. You can buy ponchos here to keep dry on the Grizzly River Run

This land is a tribute to San Francisco, the “City by the Bay”. The main attraction, Golden Dreams , is housed in a replica of the Palace of Fine Arts, which dates back to 1915. During the summer, concerts are held at the Golden State Park amphitheater.

Golden Dreams (Opened February 2001) As you pass through a stately rotunda, you’ll enter this attraction that celebrates the history of California. The story is told by Califa, the spirit of California, who is portrayed by Whoopi Goldberg. The filmed journey traces the roots of California and follows the hardships and successes of the immigrants who made it what it is today. This thoughtful and sometimes humorous presentation leaves the audience with a renewed respect for the “ Golden State.” The show lasts 23 minutes Restrictions: Accessible to strollers and wheelchair/ECV. Reflective captioning.

PACIFIC WHARF Located between the Bountiful Valley Farm and Paradise Pier, guests cross the Pacific Wharf Bridge and enter an area representing the waterfronts of Monterey and San Francisco.

Boudin Bakery Tour See how San Francisco’s famous Boudin sourdough bread is made fresh here at the Pacific Wharf. Bread is baked daily, and guests can taste a sample at the end of the tour. The bread is used for Disneyland Resort’s bread bowl soups and guests can purchase loaves. Restrictions: Accessible to strollers and wheelchair/ECV.

Mission Tortilla Factory Tour Learn how the Mission company makes flour tortillas. Guests are treated to a live demonstration, and can get recipes. At the end of the tour, guests are treated to a fresh, warm tortilla. Restrictions: Accessible to strollers and wheelchair/ECV.

• Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill – Serves a mix of Californian and Mexican cuisine, featuring chicken and carne asada tacos, carnitas, burritos, nachos, salads. Lunch, dinner (Quick service)
• Pacific Wharf Café (left) – Choose from the healthy variety of food, including fresh-baked bread, fresh garden salads, soups in a bread bowl, and other baked goods. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack (Quick service)
• Rita’s Baja Blenders – Enjoy a refreshing margarita at this festive atmosphere.
• Lucky Fortune Cookery – Features chicken and beef rice bowls, oriental chicken salad, and other Asian cuisine. Watch as fortune cookies are made before your eyes, and be sure to check out the two huge custom-designed dragon kites. Lunch, dinner, snack (Quick service – open seasonally)

The Napa Valley, renowned for its wine making, is represented at the Golden Vine Winery. There’s a small vineyard, both fine and casual dining, and wine tasting.

Seasons of the Vine Learn how wine is made in California during this presentation held in a wine-aging room. From the grape producing vines, to the traditional barrel method, and finally to a glass of fine wine, the seminar follows the science and seasons that are a key factor in wine production. Restrictions: Accessible to strollers and wheelchair/ECV. Reflective captioning

Golden Vine Winery Sample gourmet food, and enjoy vintage wine at the daily wine tastings. Stroll through a small vineyard, and get a taste of life in the wine country of California Restrictions: Accessible to strollers and wheelchair/ECV. Reflective captioning

• The Vineyard Room – Located upstairs in the Golden Vine Winery, featuring California Cuisine. You can choose from a delicious variety of pastas, seafood, and gourmet salads in this sit down restaurant, as well as savor a glass of fine wine. (Wine pairings suggested.)
• Terrace Wine Tasting – Wine sampling that’s overseen by a wine expert. You can buy wine by the glass or bottle, and enjoy your selection at the counter or under the shady trees of the plaza. The experts are there to answer your questions about the products offered.
• Wine Country Trattoria – Delicious Italian cuisine featuring lasagna, pastas, grilled sandwiches, and soups. Guests can dine indoors or out on the patio. Lunch and dinner.

Meet the mischievous Chip 'n Dale as the pose for pictures and give autographs. Check Daily Schedule for times.

Spend time with your favorite 'Brother Bear' Characters, Koda and Kenai at the 'Magic of Brother Bear Show'. Check Daily Schedule for times