Overview
- Fresh construction walls have appeared along the Frontierland boardwalk near Diamond Horseshoe, indicating the work zone for Piston Peak is pushing outward.
- On‑site observations note the walls are open on the boardwalk side, suggesting the walkway may be used as a staging or work area, though Disney has not announced a formal closure.
- Westward Ho, Big Al’s, and the Frontierland churro cart disappeared from the My Disney Experience map after February Notices of Commencement signaled their demolition or removal.
- Rivers of America is drained and Tom Sawyer Island is graded for in‑fill, with aerial photos showing concrete pours for a new creek that will border the reconfigured land.
- Big Thunder Mountain Railroad remains down with a reported May 2026 return, Disney has confirmed two attractions for Piston Peak, and no official opening date has been released as industry estimates place debut timing between 2027 and 2029.