| |  | This
is Frontierland, the legendary American West, where the rivers still
run free and anyone’s dream can turn to gold. |
Yeee ha! You’ve arrived in Thunder Mesa, a bustling town
at the height of the gold rush. Cool off and survey your
territory on a riverboat from
Thunder Mesa Riverboat
Landing, before setting off for the great frontier and setting
your sights on gold at Big Thunder
Mountain, as the wildest ride in the wilderness takes you on a
plunging, twisting journey around the legendary peaks. Avoid
a flooded mineshaft and toppling rocks, as you rumble through the
deserted caverns of this stunning landscape. | The
haunting music and eerie wails from the mansion on the hill draw
you closer, to discover the dark secrets and haunting surprises of
Phantom Manor. As you meet the
999 happy haunts, keep your wits about you – they say there’s room
for one more! Before you leave Thunder Mesa on the quest for
even wilder frontiers, practice your cowboy competence at the
local Rustler Roundup
Shootin’ Gallery. |
Pocahontas Indian Village
lets children have some carefree fun in the heart of the forest,
whilst the laid-back, friendly atmosphere at
The Chaparral Theater and
Critter Corral is perfect for anyone
who’s all gold rush-ed out! | Relive
your frontier dreams, discover mysterious secrets and become a
part of the epic legends of the wild west, as your dreams turn to
gold in Frontierland. | | | | | | | |  |  |
Big
Thunder Mountain |
 Height: +1.02m
 FASTPASS available |
Mine-train roller coaster around the mountain, with fast-paced
drops and turns. | Hang
on to your hats and glasses, this is the wildest ride in the
wilderness! The disused Big Thunder Railroad has been fired
up and kicked back into action, ready to welcome guests for a
non-stop, high-speed tour of the magnificent mountain landscape. | After
swooping underneath the Rivers of the Far West, you emerge on the
island to discover the tunnel is being flooded with water, whilst
the second is about to collapse and another is filled with bats!
Will you make it up, over and around this legendary mountain in
time? | |  |
Phantom Manor |
 May frighten
some |
“Omnimover” dark ride, with audio-animatronics and
special effects. | The
doors are open, the lights are flickering, the rooms are…
stretching! Don’t dawdle, move quickly – there are many
strange and mysterious things to discover in this once-great
mansion on the hill. This is Phantom Manor, the home of 999
happy haunts and one very dark secret. |
Thunder Mesa legend tells of a beautiful young woman, Melanie
Ravenswood, who lived in the manor with her father for many years.
Upon Melanie’s engagement to a miner from Big Thunder, her father
was enraged to hear of the fianc�’s plans to take his daughter
away from Thunder Mesa. The wedding day arrived and the
fianc� failed to appear. Ever since this fateful day,
Melanie has wandered the hallways and rooms of the manor waiting
for her fianc� to arrive. What became of him? Wait and
see… | |  |
Thunder Mesa Riverboat Landing |
Currently closed until Summer 2006 (tbc). |
Old-fashioned riverboat trip around the Rivers of the Far West. | The
gold rush at Thunder Mesa brought an elegant riverboat landing and
two majestic riverboats, Mark Twain and Molly Brown, who ply the
Rivers of the Far West. As you circle Big Thunder Mountain
and Wilderness Island, look out for cascading waterfalls,
beautiful wildlife, smuggler’s caves and erupting geysers!
Wave a quick hello to old Joe as he fishes, before your grand
old-timer steams past Phantom Manor and back to the riverboat
landing. | |  |
Rustler Roundup Shootin’ Gallery |
 Extra Charge |
Shooting gallery with 74 animated targets. | Before
you head out on your wild, Western adventure, you might want to
stop off at this fun shooting gallery, where you can test your
skill and see if you’ve got what it takes to become a legend of
the Wild West… | |  |
Legends of the Wild West |
Walk-through exhibit of historical Western tableaux, up and around
Fort Comstock. | Fort
Comstock, a remnant from before the gold rush, pays homage to the
many legendary folk of the Wild West, with a detailed series of
tableaux and an excellent, inspiring viewpoint over the whole of
Thunder Mesa. | |  |
River Rogue Keelboats |
 Seasonal
operation: 14th July to 27th August 2006 |
Guided keelboat tour around the lively waters of Big Thunder
Mountain and Wilderness Island. | The
two classic river Keelboats are still in business, giving guided
tours of the rivers at their own steady pace. They might
have been overtaken in speed and comfort by the mighty stern-wheel
riverboats, but they can take you right up close to the
fascinating landscape and roaming wildlife of the islands. | | |  |
Pocahontas Indian Village |
Outdoor children’s adventure playground. |
Discover what lies just around the riverbend and learn to paint
with all the colours of the wind, as Pocahontas and her forest
friends let children enjoy the thrill of the outdoors and the
spirit of exploration, at this settlement of traditional Indian
tepees. | |  |
Critter Corral |
Western-themed farm with exhibits, animals and pony rides
(seasonal). | The
delightful rustic farm ranch at Cottonwood Creek Ranch presents a
relaxed, country way of life from when the old Western pioneers
turned to agriculture at the end of the gold rush. Meet the
friendly collection of farm animals, such as mules and ponies, and
enjoy the slower pace of “life on the ranch”. | |  |
Disneyland Railroad Station |
presented by McDonald’s |
Old-fashioned railroad journey around the magic kingdom. | Hop
onboard the majestic Disneyland Railroad for a grand circle tour
of the Magic Kingdom, with stops at Main Street USA, Fantasyland
and Discoveryland. | | | | |  | |  |
The Chaparral Theater |
Outdoor covered theatre; 1350 seats. |
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The Tarzan Encounter |
Show;
8th April to 24th September 2006. | Put
your faith in what you most believe in: two worlds, one family. | The
magic of Disney’s Tarzan swings onto the stage in a riot of dance
and jungle rhythms. Join the tribe of gorillas, as they take
over the stage and immerse you in their world of fun and laughter,
with amazing acrobatics and vine-swinging magic! A paradise
untouched by man, until… The sound of an infant’s crying
breaks the peace. A soothing lullaby dance led by Kala calms
the baby – a “hairless wonder” who doesn’t seem to quite fit in… |
Full Guide � | | | | |
Mickey’s Winter Wonderland |
Show;
Until 26th February 2006, from 11th November 2006. | Donald
takes a well-earned vacation in his rustic mountain getaway, only
to be interrupted within minutes by the rest of his Disney
friends! Join the fun of this old-fashioned, Winter
gathering of friends, as you laugh, clap and sing along with the
festive fun on stage. From a slippery ice hockey match to a
country bear hoedown and a romantic musical ice dance with Mickey
and Minnie, the memories of Mickey’s magical Winter wonderland
will stay with you forever! |
Full Guide � | | | | | | |  | |  |
Silver
Spur Steakhouse |
Table service;
American steakhouse cuisine. | This
luxurious western steakhouse welcomes only the most legendary of
western heroes to discover its delicious menu of prime rib and
grilled meats, whilst the sizzling display kitchen allows you to
see the talented Silver Spur chefs at work. | | |  |
The
Lucky Nugget Saloon |
Buffet service;
International/American cuisine. |
Diamond Lil hit upon an enormous gold nugget whilst out on Big
Thunder, and so The Lucky Nugget Saloon was born! This
beautiful entertainment hall serves up a mouth-watering Western
buffet throughout the day, with live performances on the saloon
stage. You can even catch a glimpse at the lucky gold nugget
that started it all! | | |  |
Cowboy
Cookout Barbeque |
Counter service; American barbeque cuisine. | With a
friendly warmth and perpetual spirit of festivity, Cowboy Cookout
Barbeque serves up barbecued chicken, ribs and hamburgers in the
old barn of Cottonwood Creek Ranch, with frequent live bands on
the makeshift stage. | | |  |
Fuente
del Oro Restaurante |
Counter service; Tex-Mex cuisine. | The
spicy southern taste of Mexican specialties has arrived north,
with a diverse menu of local Tex-Mex specialties in a serene
dining area populated by free-flying birds and looking out onto a
courtyard fountain. | | |  |
Last
Chance Cafe |
Quick
bite; American cuisine. |
Whether you’re heading off to the wild frontier or daring to enter
Phantom Manor, this is your last chance to grab all the essential
supplies. | | | | |  | |  |
Thunder Mesa Mercantile
Building | Three
connecting Thunder Mesa stores: A wide range of gifts and
souvenirs at Eureka Mining Supplies, a superb supply of
Western attire at Bonanza Outfitters and anything (and
everything) else at Tobias Norton & Sons. | | | | | |
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