Get ready for the wild outdoors in Grizzly Peak, a land that salutes the natural beauty of California and beyond. Check out this overview of the adventure and exploration that can be found at Grizzly Peak in Disney California Adventure Park.

In this guide, we’ll take you down rivers and through the woods, exploring Grizzly Peak’s can't-miss rides, entertainment, dining, and insider tips to help you make the most of your visit.

Whether you're a first-time guest or a seasoned pro, we hope this guide offers something new to discover in this beloved area of Disneyland Resort.

The theming of Grizzly Peak is spot on to what you find in National Parks across the country. You’ll find plaques explaining origins, legends and fun details about attractions and other areas of the land. Take some time to wander and see how many of them you can find.

There are three attractions in Grizzly Peak in Disney California Adventure Park. These include Grizzly River Run, Redwood Creek Challenge Trail and Soarin’.

Here’s a breakdown of each in more depth below.

Grizzly River Run (42 inches / 107 cm)

Climb aboard a large, circular raft as you journey through this wild, white water ride. You're probably going to get wet year-round, but you're most likely going to get soaked from head to toe if you ride on a hot day when the water is turned up!

If you’re visiting on a hot day, you’ll definitely want to get a Lightning Lane to cool off quicker! If you’re visiting when it’s cold, you can pretty much walk on at any time. Just wear a poncho - and maybe save your ride for the end of the day before heading back to your hotel for the night.

Redwood Creek Challenge Trail

If Mom and Dad are looking for a place to relax, the Redwood Creek Challenge Trail is your place. Kids can climb, swing and explore while adults rest in the shade. There are tire swings, zip lines, twisty slides and tunnels to crawl through.

Sometimes you can even find Chip and Dale running around. The Redwood Creek Challenge Trail is located on the far side of the park next to Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel. Because it is so tucked away, it feels completely separate from the hustle and bustle of the rest of the park.

Soarin' Around The World (40 inches / 102 cm)

Soarin' Around the World will take you on an adventure across the globe. You’ll soar over some of the world’s most famous landmarks from Mount Kilimanjaro to the Taj Mahal to the Eiffel Tower and beyond with a grand finale ending in Main Street, U.S.A. in Disneyland Park. Feel the rush of flying while enjoying breathtaking views. You’ll feel completely immersed in the sights, sounds and even scents of the featured scenes.

Note: Soarin’ Around the World occasionally switches to Soarin’ Over California, most often during Disney’s Food and Wine Festival.

Meet Pluto and Friends

You can often find classic characters like Pluto in Grizzly Peak near a small prop plane. It’s the perfect backdrop for photos. You can also find Chip and Dale inside the Redwood Creek Challenge at select times during the day. Check the Disneyland app for appearance times.

Churros near Redwood Creek Challenge Trail

After hiking through Grizzly Peak, your stomach will be growling for a churro. Lucky for you, the Churros near Redwood Creek Challenge Trail have just what you’re looking for. You can normally choose between classic churros or a specialty flavor, like maple bacon or s’mores, depending on the season.

Popcorn at Grizzly Peak Airfield

That perfect, buttery Disneyland popcorn can be found in the Grizzly Peak Airfield. This popcorn stand also regularly sells limited time collectible popcorn buckets.

Smokejumpers Grill (Quick Service)

If you’ve worked up an appetite, you’ll want to make your way to the Smokejumpers Grill where you’ll find hearty burgers, sandwiches and salads. One thing that’s fun about the Smokejumpers Grill is that you put your own toppings on your burger/sandwich to really make it your own. Want extra pickles? No problem. Make your own sauce concoctions and add as many or as few toppings as you’d like.

Humphrey's Service and Supplies

You can get all of your outdoor gear at Humphrey’s Service and Supplies, a souvenir shop that looks and feels as if it’s straight from a 1950’s road stop.

Rushin' River Outfitters

Don’t worry if you’ve left your poncho at home; you can grab one from the Rushin’ River Outfitters before heading out on the Grizzly River Run. You can also find woodsy souvenirs, umbrellas and more.

If you’re staying at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel, the hotel’s private entrance to the park will put you in the heart of Grizzly Peak. In the morning, this park entrance is available for hotel guests with a valid room key only.

It’s always a good idea to get to Disney California Adventure Park early, but it’s an even better idea to get to Grizzly Peak early because Soarin’ is a great first ride of the day. If you get there early enough, you can often walk on the attraction without a wait.

If you’re traveling with little kids, be sure to plan some time at the Redwood Creek Challenge Trail. It is the perfect place for kids to get out their wiggles. While there, make sure to explore the “Spirit Cave,” themed after Brother Bear, to find out which spirit animal represents you.

Come Halloween Time, Grizzly Peak will become haunted at nightfall on select evenings as part of the Oogie Boogie Bash - A Disney Halloween Party. The Redwood Creek Challenge Trail will become enchanted with spooky shadows, lights, colors and sounds. The Oogie Boogie Bash is a private, separately-ticketed event that is only available on select nights throughout Halloween Time.

Grizzly Peak also comes alive during Holidays at the Disneyland Resort. Not only is this area of the park decked out with cozy holiday trimmings, there is also a magical snowfall right outside the Redwood Creek Challenge Trail. Santa Claus makes his holiday home here through Christmas, after which time Goofy Santa takes over greeting guests.

Please note, the above information may be incomplete, seasonal, and/or subject to change at any time.

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