Disney California Adventure
Condor Flats / Grizzly Peak / Pacific Wharf

This section of the Golden State pays tribute to California’s aviation history. The buildings resemble airplane hangars while the walkway have runway markings.
Soarin' Over California (Opened February 2001)
FASTPASS Attraction
This one of the most popular attractions at Disney 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

Fly n’ Buy
Located across from Soarin' Over California, carries t-shirts, model planes, souvenirs associated with flying. (A limited selection of over-the-counter medicines is available.)
Great picture opportunity with Aviator Minnie following the Minnie's Fly Girls Charter Airline show.
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
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.
Redwood Creek Challenge Trail (Opened February 2001)
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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.
In addition, the Wilderness Explorers' Camp has opened at Redwood Creek Challenge Trail, featuring Russell and Dug from "Up". As you enter the trail, you'll be met by Dug, the friendly dog. The trail features Wilderness explorer activities through which kids can earn merit badges. At the Ahwahnee Camp Circle, kids can participate in a special ceremony with Russell and graduate to Senior Wilderness Explorers.
Restrictions: Accessible to strollers and wheelchairs/ECVs. Closed captioning. Height requirement for Cliff Hanger Traverse Rock Climb and Sequoia Smokejumpers Training Tower (zip line): 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.
Located between the a bug's land 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 beginning 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.
Walt Disney Imagineering Blue Sky Cellar
There are always changes coming to the Disneyland Resort! Take a step into the future and view upcoming plans, sketches and concepts. See plans for new attractions, dining and shopping, plus view video of the imagineering process.
The Blue Sky Cellar is currently presenting an exhibit focusing on what's coming this year to Disneyland Park, including Fantasy Faire and "Mickey and the Magical Map".

Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop
Satisfy your sweet tooth for hot fudge sundaes and other ice cream specialties at the soda fountain or take home some famous Ghirardelli Squares from the chocolate shop.

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