Big Thunder Ranch, Former petting zoo in Frontierland, Disneyland, California, US.
The Big Thunder Ranch featured an outdoor animal area, a wooden log cabin, and detailed Western decorations across its extensive grounds.
Opening in 1986 after the closure of Mine Train Through Nature's Wonderland, the ranch operated until January 2016 to make space for Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge.
The ranch hosted numerous seasonal celebrations, including Fourth of July events with Woody's Roundup and Christmas festivities featuring Santa's Reindeer activities.
The facility included an outdoor dining area serving barbecue meals with chicken, pork, sausage, beans, cornbread, and seasonal desserts.
A notable resident was Mickey Moo, a Holstein cow with natural markings resembling Mickey Mouse's head, who lived at the ranch from 1988 to 1993.
Location: California
Part of: Disneyland
Website: https://disneyland.disney.go.com/attractions/disneyland/big-thunder-ranch-petting-zoo
GPS coordinates: 33.81430,-117.92000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:44
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