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New Animal Kingdom Maps Replace DinoLand U.S.A. with Tropical Americas
It is officially a new era at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Following the permanent closure of DinoLand U.S.A. on February 1, 2026, Disney has wasted no time scrubbing the prehistoric land from its navigational tools.
As of this morning, February 2, 2026, a brand-new paper guide map is being distributed to guests at the park entrance. In the space where DINOSAUR and Chester & Hester’s Dino-Rama once stood, the map now shows a lush green space with a bold new label: “Future Home of Tropical Americas.”
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Digital Maps Updated Simultaneously
The change isn’t just limited to the paper versions. Disney has also updated its digital maps across the board. The interactive map found on the official Walt Disney World website and the My Disney Experience app now reflects the same transition. All DinoLand attractions, shops, and dining locations—including Restaurantosaurus and The Boneyard—have been removed from the digital interface to match the current state of the park.
What the New Maps Reveal
While the “Tropical Americas” label acts as a placeholder for now, the map clarifies the new boundaries of the park during this massive construction phase.
- Theater of the Wild: Interestingly, Finding Nemo: The Big Blue… and Beyond! is still listed on the map, but it is now categorized as being in the “Theater of the Wild” area rather than DinoLand U.S.A.
- Coming Soon: The 11-acre expansion, set to open in 2027, will eventually feature a brand-new Encanto attraction and a rethemed Indiana Jones adventure inside the former DINOSAUR show building.
With the signage currently being removed from the park entrance and the maps officially updated, the transformation of the “Tropical Americas” is officially in high gear.
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