Magic Kingdom Construction Update: Guests Now Blocked From This Location
The Rivers of America is now drained to make way for Disney's " for the largest expansion in history at Magic Kingdom." Disney has also blocked Guests from this location. Check out the photos, and what we know.
Piston Peak
Piston Peak National Park is coming to Magic Kingdom! This will be the location where The Cars "rally race" attraction will be set. This new area is inspired by the Rocky Mountains. The characters from Cars will be driving off the beaten path trying to get the fastest lap in the west!
See all the details on this new expansion and its impacts HERE.
Imagineers also shared that the Big Thunder Mountain geyser field will extend into Piston Peak National Park. Guests will be able to walk these pathways and see the rainbow pools up close!
Rivers of America Drained
Earlier this month, we shared that Disney had begun draining the Rivers of America. On our most recent visit to Magic Kingdom, we ventured over to Frontierland. The Rivers of America is now drained with only puddles remaining.
Rivers of America is now drained, and Disney is pumping out the remaining water.
It has been reported that Disney is now pumping the remaining puddles of water out of Rivers of America.
Rivers of America Boardwalk Closed
This morning, it was also reported that the Rivers of America Boardwalk was closed off to Guests. It was initially blocked by Cast Members.
The Rivers of America Boardwalk is now closed off to Guests. It is unknown the cause or how long the closure will last.
The Boardwalk is now blocked off by ropes. Disney has not provided a reason for the closure or how long the closure will last, but the Rivers of America Boardwalk was supposed to remain open during the expansion construction.
Do you use the Rivers of America Boardwalk when you visit Frontierland in Magic Kingdom? Are you excited for the upcoming expansion or are you sad to see things change? Let us know in the comments below, and be sure to share this post with your friends!
