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Piston Peak National Park Will Be A New Chapter in Magic Kingdom’s Frontier Story
Get ready to hit the road and explore the “wheelderness” at Magic Kingdom! Disney Parks has announced exciting details about how the upcoming Piston Peak National Park, inspired by Disney and Pixar’s Cars universe, will seamlessly build upon the rich storytelling of Frontierland and Liberty Square. This highly anticipated expansion promises to blend the excitement of a big rally race with the majestic landscapes and enduring narratives of the American Frontier.
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Westward Ho! Crossing into New Frontiers at Magic Kingdom
Since Magic Kingdom’s opening day, adventurous guests have traveled across space and time as they journey from Liberty Square to Frontierland. This immersive storytelling begins with the architectural influences of upstate New York and colonial America in Liberty Square, before meandering towards a “bear-y fun concert” in the North Woods. The journey then takes a vibrant detour through New Orleans at the soon-to-open Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, culminating in the iconic Arizona bluffs that are home to Big Thunder Mountain Railroad.
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At the heart of all these narratives are heroic characters, embodying a belief in themselves that helps forge paths to their dreams. To continue this journey in great American storytelling, Piston Peak National Park will be part of the largest expansion in the history of Magic Kingdom, extending this sweeping tradition.
Welcome to Piston Peak National Park
Imagine an awe-inspiring wilderness filled with towering trees, snowcapped mountains, breathtaking waterfalls, roaring rivers, and impressive geysers. While fictional, Piston Peak is directly inspired by the rugged beauty of the Rocky Mountain area and pays homage to the history and iconic sights of the American Frontier and its revered national parks.
Inside Piston Peak, guests will be able to see and explore familiar elements from the Cars universe, including the visitor lodge, Ranger HQ, and various trails. To ensure these new structures fit naturally within the majestic surrounding landscapes, Imagineers are utilizing a distinctive architectural style known as “Parkitecture.” This approach, developed by the National Park Service, focuses on creating buildings that harmonize seamlessly with the natural environment, enhancing the immersive experience.
From the outside, towering trees will provide a natural barrier, subtly separating the off-road rally area from other parts of Frontierland and Liberty Square. Rugged mountains with dramatic peaks will be nestled along a calming waterway across from Grizzly Hall, while soaring geysers from the famed Big Thunder Mountain Railroad will stretch into the trails of this thrilling new off-road rally.
Cruising Just Around the Bend
As work on this ambitious expansion revs into high gear this summer, guests should note some temporary operational changes. The Rivers of America, Tom Sawyer Island, and the Liberty Square Riverboat will temporarily close beginning July 7, 2025, to facilitate ongoing construction.
Beyond Piston Peak, Imagineers are also hard at work on other groundbreaking projects. Just beyond Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, an entirely new land inspired by the Disney Villains is coming to life, promising two major attractions, unique dining, and shopping, all on an incredibly twisted grand scale.
But that’s not all happening at the Magic Kingdom! Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is set to reopen next year with exciting new magic, and later this summer, the dazzling Disney Starlight will grace the streets of Magic Kingdom with its grand debut on July 20, 2025. Additionally, pirates of all ages will soon be welcomed to The Beak and Barrel.
Piston Peak National Park isn’t just a new land; it’s a thoughtful continuation of Magic Kingdom’s celebrated storytelling, inviting guests to embark on new adventures within a cherished narrative tradition. Get ready to experience the wild, wild “wheelderness” when Piston Peak National Park opens its trails!
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