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July 22, 2015 · Leave a Comment

Davy Crockett’s Explorer Canoes | Nature On Disneyland’s Rivers of America

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Davy Crockett's Explorer Canoes

Just around the river bend in Disneyland Resort’s (former) Critter Country awaits a nature experience for the entire family.  Grab an oar, be prepared to get just a tad wet, and paddle around Pirate’s Lair on Tom Sawyer Island.  Your Davy Crockett’s Explorer Canoes introduces you to nature of all kinds on Disneyland’s Rivers of America. This backwoods expedition winds you past beavers, skunks, moose, osprey, and mountain lions, as well as a frontier cabin, and a Native American village.

Davy Crockett’s Explorer Canoes

Disneyland's Rivers of America

 

My family just loved this unscripted adventure along the Rivers of America. Be warned, the 20-adventurer canoes are entirely powered by YOU, so grab your paddle and get to work!  (OK- your river guides will probably do the yeoman’s share.)

You will break a sweat.  And depending on who is sitting behind you, perhaps get a bit wet or clunked in the head with an oar.  (My husband will not be rowing again with my son anytime soon…)  If you get lucky, you’ll cruise past Mark Twain Riverboat and the Sailing Ship Columbia. This destination was closed during construction of Galaxy’s Edge. Because of its ‘unscripted” nature, speculation that it would never return abounded.  Thankfully it REOPENED!!!

There is no height restriction to this Disneyland attraction, but small children will be required to wear life jackets.  Davy Crockett’s Explorer Canoes are seasonal, operate only during good weather and for limited hours each day.

Only Disneyland can give a nod to the ‘ole frontier in such a charming way.  Leave it to Uncle Walt. Need some time off the rails?  Head West!

 

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  1. Fairytales and Fitness says

    July 22, 2015 at 1:40 am

    We did this when we visited in May! I loved doing things that we don't get to do at wdw!

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    • blogging says

      July 22, 2015 at 9:52 am

      Aren't they the best Meranda? This experience is so tucked away and peaceful that you forget you are in the middle of a theme park!!

      Reply
  2. Donna Kay Anderson says

    July 22, 2015 at 2:34 pm

    Love this! Definitely going onto my Must Do list for Disneyland!

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    • blogging says

      July 23, 2015 at 2:02 pm

      You must Donna- great for giggles!!

      Reply
  3. lucy B says

    July 22, 2015 at 8:42 pm

    Amazing photos, this looks like so much fun. We have never been to Disneyland, it looks fun!!!

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    • blogging says

      July 23, 2015 at 2:04 pm

      Thank you Lucy- this trip was especially fun because we had 10 family members together in one canoe. Things got interesting!!

      Reply
  4. April Shuping says

    July 22, 2015 at 11:21 pm

    How much fun!! I'd love to give that a try one day!

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    • blogging says

      July 23, 2015 at 2:04 pm

      You have to April- I bet your kids would adore it!

      Reply
  5. Casey K says

    July 22, 2015 at 11:21 pm

    I think that is so cool you can do that at Disneyland! Great idea for the theme

    Reply
    • blogging says

      July 23, 2015 at 2:06 pm

      Thanks Casey- I've been waiting for just the right opportunity to share these photos. So, thank you Deb!!

      Reply

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