Disney to Retheme Last Tom Sawyer Island in the United States

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It’s official: something new is coming to Tom Sawyer Island at Disneyland Park. Here’s everything we know about the change, which comes almost a year after Walt Disney World Resort closed its version of the Frontierland icon to make way for a new Cars (2006)-themed area at the Magic Kingdom.Tom Sawyer Retheme at DisneylandCredit: DisneyOn May 12, WDWNT spotted a sign for “Mickey’s Park Rangers” on Tom Sawyer Island at Disneyland Park. The Mickey-head-shaped logo also features the slogan “Explore, Discover, Collect.”Disney cast members confirmed to the outlet that the scavenger hunt will take over Tom Sawyer Island this summer, as well as other parts of Disneyland Park, including boats, canoes, and, potentially, the Disneyland Railroad. The free activity, aimed at kids, will involve collecting stamps at various locations in exchange for a sticker prize.Credit: Giorgio Trovato on UnsplashThe Mickey’s Park Rangers Scavenger Hunt is expected to open either next Friday or Saturday and continue through at least the summer. However, it’s unclear if it will be a permanent experience.The Pirate’s Lair experience on Tom Sawyer Island, which was added in 2007 alongside the release of Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End (2007), shouldn’t be interrupted by the Mickey’s Park Rangers Scavenger Hunt.Closure on the East CoastCredit: DisneyThe news in Southern California comes amid a much more massive overhaul on the East Coast. Tom Sawyer Island, the Rivers of America, and the Liberty Square Riverboat closed permanently at Walt Disney World Resort’s Magic Kingdom Park in the summer of 2025 to make way for, coincidentally, another national park-themed area.Construction is now underway on Piston Peak National Park, a Cars-themed addition to Frontierland. The Pixar-inspired area will feature two new attractions: a rally race thrill ride and a family-friendly experience introducing a new character: Park Ranger J. Autobahn Woodlore.Credit: DisneyWalt Disney World Resort hasn’t announced a grand opening date for Piston Peak National Park at the Magic Kingdom.Are you a fan of Walt Disney World Resort replacing Tom Sawyer Island and the Rivers of America at Magic Kingdom Park? Inside the Magic would love to hear from you in the comments!The post Disney to Retheme Last Tom Sawyer Island in the United States appeared first on Inside the Magic.