Disney California Adventure

 

Overview Buena Vista Street "a bug's land" Cars Land Golden State

Hollywood Pictures Backlot Paradise Pier Sunshine Plaza Parades & Shows Dining

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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.

• Golden State Dining and Refreshments

Sections within Golden State:

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

 

 

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

• Condor Flats Dining and Refreshments

 

Soarin' 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

 

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.)

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• Grizzly Peak Photos

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.

• Photo Gallery

 

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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.

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.

• Pacific Wharf Dining and Refreshments

 

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.

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.

• Golden Vine Winery Dining and Refreshments

 

Walt Disney Imagineering Blue Sky Cellar

There are a lot of big changes coming to Disney California Adventure park! 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.

 

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Great picture opportunity with Aviator Goofy & Minnie can be found at Condor Flats (Next to Soarin' Over California)