Your Guide to Critter Country at the Disneyland Resort
Critter Country at the Disneyland Resort is home to the iconic Splash Mountain attraction… soon to be Tiana’s Bayou Adventure (opening late 2024). This smaller land has experienced significant changes throughout the years. Originally known as “Indian Village,” it later evolved into “Bear Country” in 1972, showcasing the popular Country Bear Jamboree. However, the opening of Splash Mountain in 1989 prompted another renaming, resulting in the current Critter Country. Despite these transformations, Critter Country has retained its enchanting Pacific Northwest ambiance, even with the noteworthy addition of The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh.
Even though it’s smaller in size compared to other “lands” in Disneyland, Critter Country is a must-see. And this will become even more true once Tiana’s Bayou Aventure opens.
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Planning a Disneyland vacation in 2024? Be sure to check out our guide to all that the Disneyland Resort has to offer this year including the return of the Disneyland Half Marathon, the grand opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, and more!
Update… Disney has replaced FastPass and MaxPass with the brand new Disney Genie and Disney Genie+. The new system is very similar to Disneyland’s MaxPass as it is an add-on purchase allowing you to make “Lightning Lane” reservations throughout your day in the parks. There is also the option to purchase Individual Attraction reservations for select top-tier attractions. For more information, be sure to visit our guide. Happy Planning!
The Rides – 3 Attractions
Davy Crockett’s Explorer Canoes
Paddle in a canoe down the Rivers of America. This ride is only open seasonally and when the weather permits.
- Height Restrictions: Any height
- Genie+ Attraction: No
- Attraction Length: About 10 minutes
- Who Should Enjoy: Anyone
- When to Visit: Anytime
- Open for Early Entry: No
- Ride Photo: No
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
Take a ride in a giant beehive through the hundred-acre wood in this slow-moving, dark ride.
- Height Restrictions: Any height may enjoy, including babies and pregnant women
- Genie+ Attraction: No
- Attraction Length: About 3 minutes
- Who Should Enjoy: Anyone
- When to Visit: Anytime
- Open for Early Entry: No
- Ride Photo: No
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure – coming in 2024!
It was announced some time ago that the iconic Splash Mountain would be reimagined, and Splash Mountain closed permanently on May 30, 2023, to begin work on this project. This rethemed water flume ride will open in late 2024 and will be welcoming Tiana and her friends for a brand new Princess and the Frog theme.
- Height Restrictions: 40 inches or taller
- Genie+ Attraction: TBD
- Attraction Length: About 10 minutes
- Who Should Ride: Anyone who meets the height requirement (and who doesn’t mind a big drop!)
- When to Visit: TBD
- Open for Early Entry: TBD
- Ride Photo: TBD (likely)
- Additional Info: While we don’t have a lot of details yet concerning the new attraction, it will be using the same ride track as Splash Mountain. So it is safe to say the height requirement, attraction length, and the big drop will remain!
Dining
Harbour Galley
- $14.99 and under | Quick Service | Lunch and Dinner
- Mobile Order: Yes
- Reservations: No
- Example Menu Items:
- Entrées: Soup in a Sourdough Bread Bowl, Lobster Roll, Tuna Salad Sandwich, Shrimp Salad, Lobster Mac ‘n’ Cheese in a Sourdough Bread Bowl
- Kids: Power Pack
- Specialty Drinks: Gold Port Galley Lemonade
Hungry Bear Restaurant
- $14.99 and under | Quick Service | Lunch and Dinner
- Mobile Order: Yes
- Reservations: No
- Example Menu Items:
- Entrées: Honey-Spiced Chicken Sandwich, Crispy Fish Sandwich, Double Cheeseburger, Classic Cheeseburger, Classic Plant-Based Cheeseburger, BBQ Chicken Salad
- Kids: Power Pack, Kids’ Hamburger, Chicken Breast Nuggets, Yummy Cheesy Macaroni
- Dessert: House-made Funnel Cake, Churro Funnel Cake, Strawberry Fruit Bar, Nestlé® Toll House® Ice Cream Sandwich
- Specialty Drinks: Blueberry Lemonade, Watermelon Lemonade Freeze
**Be sure to visit the official Disneyland website for updated menus and pricing!
**I hope you enjoyed our guide to Critter Country at the Disneyland Resort! Looking to plan your first Disneyland Resort vacation? Be sure to visit my step-by-step guide to start planning!
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