Your Guide to Frontierland at the Disneyland Resort

Frontierland at the Disneyland Resort is truly special. As one of the original lands at Disneyland Park, visitors are immersed in the spirit of the American West during the 1800s. Here, guests can experience the adventurous atmosphere of riverboats, stagecoaches, and railroads, reminiscent of a time when cowboys, farmers, and miners journeyed westward to chase their dreams of finding gold. The attractions in Frontierland capture the essence of this era, including the renowned Mark Twain Riverboat, the Sailing Ship Columbia, and the iconic Big Thunder Mountain Railroad.

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The Rides – 4 Attractions

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

The family coaster offers an exhilarating experience as guests race through caves and an old mine shaft on a runaway train.

Height Restrictions: 40 inches and taller may ride
Lightning Lane Attraction: Yes
Attraction Length: About 3-4 minutes
Who Should Ride: Anyone who meets the height requirement and enjoys thrills
When to Visit: First hour of the day or anytime with LL Multi Pass
Open for Early Entry: No
Ride Photo: No

Mark Twain Riverboat

Step aboard a magnificent steam-powered paddle boat, where you’ll be transported to a time over a hundred years ago to marvel at the breathtaking landscapes and serenity of frontier living. Embark on a round-trip cruise along the Rivers of America, encircling Pirates Lair on Tom Sawyer Island.

Height Restrictions: Any height may enjoy, including babies and pregnant women
Lightning Lane Attraction: No
Attraction Length: About 14 minutes
Who Should Ride: Anyone
When to Visit: Anytime
Open for Early Entry: No
Ride Photo: No
Additional Info: There is limited seating on the first deck, so expect to stand. Although it is worth noting that the best place to be to enjoy the views is actually standing against the guardrails.

Pirate’s Lair on Tom Sawyer Island

Take a log raft across the Rivers of America to retrace the steps of Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn when they ran away to live as pirates. Once on the island, everything is self-guided.

Height Restrictions: Any height may enjoy, including babies and pregnant women
Lightning Lane Attraction: No
Attraction Length: N/A
Who Should Ride: Anyone
When to Visit: Anytime
Open for Early Entry: No
Ride Photo: No

Sailing Ship Columbia

Sail into the wilderness on this full-scale replica of an 18th-century ship. (This boat ride doesn’t always operate on days with lower attendance.)

Height Restrictions: Any height may enjoy, including babies and pregnant women
Lightning Lane Attraction: No
Attraction Length: About 12 minutes
Who Should Ride: Anyone
When to Visit: Anytime
Open for Early Entry: No
Ride Photo: No
Additional Info: There is limited shade on board, and you will likely need to stand for the journey as there is limited seating.

Attractions and Entertainment – 1 Attraction

Frontierland Shootin’ Exposition

This shooting arcade-like game allows guests to take aim at nearly 100 targets. *You must purchase credits to play, and one credit will get you approximately 25 shots.

Height Restrictions: Any height may enjoy, including babies and pregnant women
Genie+ Attraction: No
Attraction Length: N/A
Who Should Enjoy: Anyone
When to Visit: Anytime
Open for Early Entry: No
Ride Photo: No

Dining

The Golden Horseshoe

$14.99 and under | Quick Service | Lunch and Dinner
Mobile Order: Yes
Reservations: No
Example Menu Items:
- Entrées: Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich, Cowboy Fries, Caesar Wrap, Chicken Tenders, Beer-battered Onion Rings
- Kids: Power Pack, Chicken Tenders
- Dessert: Ice Cream Mickey Ear Hat Bowl, House-made Chocolate-Chunk Cookie Sundae, Golden Horseshoe Ice Cream Float

Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante

$14.99 and under | Quick Service | Lunch and Dinner
Mobile Order: No
Reservations: No
Example Menu Items:
- Entrées: Fried Tamale Walking Taco, Shrimp Ceviche, Trio of Street Tacos, Burrito Sonora with Beef, Sonora Bowl with Beef, Burrito Sonora with Chicken, Sonora Bowl with Chicken, Pollo Asado, Carne Asada Fries, Esquite Bowl, Soy Chorizo con Papa Tacos, Rancho del Zocalo Chicken Caesar Salad
- Kids: Bean and Cheese Burrito, Chicken Taco
- Dessert: Fresas Con Crema

River Belle Terrace

$15 to $34.99 | Table Service | Brunch and Dinner
Mobile Order: No
Reservations: Yes
Example Menu Items:
- Brunch: All-American Breakfast Plate, Strawberry Pancakes, Apple Pancake Rolls, Blueberry Pancakes, Oatmeal Brûlée, Grain Bowl, Blueberry Cobbler
- Entrées: Farmhouse Salad with Pork Belly, Chicken Pot Pie Soup, Pork Chop and Three, Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Blackened Fish, BBQ Burnt Ends Pasta, Cajun Shrimp & Grits, Deviled Meatball Skillet, Grain Bowl
- Kids: Mac & Cheese, Impossible™ Meatballs, Chicken Skewer
- Dessert: Blueberry Cobbler, Classic Red Velvet Cake, Strawberry Shortcake Pudding, Key Lime Tart

Stage Door Café

$14.99 and under | Quick Service | Lunch and Dinner
Mobile Order: Yes
Reservations: No
Example Menu Items:
- Entrées: Chicken Tenders, Fish and Chips, Hand-dipped Corn Dog
- Kids: Chicken Tenders
- Dessert: Classic Funnel Cake, Strawberry Funnel Cake