Splash Mountain has closed and is going to be re-themed to a The Princess and the Frog attraction. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will be all-new adventure. It will bring Guests into the film like never before at the Magic Kingdom and Disneyland Park. iana’s Bayou Adventure will take guests on a musical adventure inspired by the beloved story and characters from the fan-favorite film. Picking up where the film left off, Guests will join Princess Tiana, Naveen and alligator Louis through the bayou. They are getting ready to prepare to host a one-of-a-kind Mardi Gras celebration. Along the way, guests will encounter familiar faces, make new friends and travel through the bayou. They will experience original music inspired by songs from the film. The attraction is expected to open on both coasts in late 2024.
If you’re looking for a “laughing place,” look no further than Splash Mountain, a flume ride that is so much more than a flume ride. No doubt, the experience features several drops, including the thrilling five-story plunge visible from the front of the attraction, but Splash Mountain also incorporates a clear story, elaborately themed sets, and unforgettable music. Based on the animated segments of Disney’s controversial 1946 film Song of the South, Splash Mountain shows that wonderful attractions need not be based on classic movies.
Ride Information Restrictions Location Fun Facts Top 5 Tips
Ride Information
Opening Day: October 2, 1992
Closing Day: January 23, 2023
Type of Ride: Flume
Age Recommendation: 8 and up.
Duration of Ride: 10 minutes 41 seconds
Typical Queue Time: Long. Often upwards of one hour.
Single Rider Line: No
Chicken Exit Available: Yes
Baby Swap Available: Yes
Type of Vehicle: Log
Type of Restraint: Lap bar
Attraction Open During Early Theme Park Entry: Yes. See our Early Theme Park Entry page for more information.
Ride Photo Available For Purchase: Yes
Ride Restrictions
Height Requirements: 40 inches, and children under age seven must be accompanied by a person at least 14 years of age. Expectant mothers should not ride.
Flash Photography or Video Allowed: No
Location
Park Map of Magic Kingdom:
Other Rides/Attractions In the Area:
This attraction is located in the Magic Kingdom’s Frontierland.
Shopping: Guests exit Splash Mountain through the Briar Patch gift shop, where assorted souvenirs, including on-ride photos, can be purchased.
Dining/Refreshment: Golden Oak Outpost and Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Café are situated near Splash Mountain in Frontierland and offer waffle fries and Tex-Mex cuisine, such as rice bowls and burritos, respectively.
Restroom: Restrooms are located near the Frontierland Walt Disney World Railroad station and the bypass to Adventureland.
Smoking Location: Smoking is permitted in designated smoking areas only. Disney parks are smoke free.
Fun Facts
Did you know?
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- Splash Mountain became the third “mountain” attraction in the Magic Kingdom, joining Space Mountain and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad.
- The original Splash Mountain debuted at Disneyland Park on July 17, 1989. Another Splash Mountain opened at Tokyo Disneyland on October 1, 1992, one day prior to its Florida cousin.
- Br’er Fox is the antagonist of Splash Mountain.
- The riverboat scene near the end of Splash Mountain can be viewed by guests riding the Walt Disney World Railroad immediately prior to arrival at the Frontierland Station.
- The mood of Splash Mountain grows progressively darker during the lead up to the big five-story plunge.
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Hidden Mickeys:
A Hidden Mickey can seen in a cloud during the riverboat scene.
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Top Tips for Splash Mountain
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- Guests seated in the front of the log are more likely to get wet than those seated in the back.
- Consider wearing a poncho, available for purchase at gift shops throughout Walt Disney World, to avoid getting wet, especially during the morning and on cooler days.
- The Laughing Place playground is situated adjacent to Splash Mountain and is a perfect place for parents to bring younger children while others in the party enjoy the flume.
- Take in the detailed sets and animotronics featured throughout the attraction.
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