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Photos of Rivers of America Drained at Disney’s Magic Kingdom

Photo of Jamie Sylvester Jamie SylvesterNovember 7, 2020
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The iconic dry riverbed beside Harper's Mill, surrounded by lush trees and accented by a classic wooden bridge and fence, showcases the nostalgic allure of Rivers of America at Magic Kingdom—a favorite spot among Disney fans for its relaxing atmosphere and picturesque views.

We previously shared the news that Liberty Square Riverboat and Tom Sawyer Island are currently listed as “Closed for Refurbishment” through January 2, 2021. The refurbishment is underway which means while strolling through Magic Kingdom you'll find a drained Rivers of America over in Liberty Square. Here are some photos taken on November 6 while we visited for the arrival of Holidays at Magic Kingdom.

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Guests wearing masks line up at Disneyland, waiting for their turn near the drained Rivers of America, with lush trees providing a scenic backdrop to the iconic park setting.
The drained Rivers of America during a refurb.
The dried-up Rivers of America at Disneyland, bordered by Frontierland’s iconic buildings and lush trees in the distance.

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Rivers of America
A drained riverbed lies beside a rustic wooden structure and leafy trees under a cloudy sky, capturing the behind-the-scenes atmosphere of Rivers of America at Magic Kingdom during a refurbishment.
A mostly dry, empty riverbed winds through a theme park area with Western-style wooden buildings, trees, and a white pavilion on the right under a partly cloudy sky.
A winding dirt path lined with lush greenery and a towering tree, evoking the scenic walkways near Rivers of America in Magic Kingdom, with a young guest exploring at the edge of the frame.

As with any refurbishment, it might not look the greatest at the moment, but we know Disney is hard at work making sure our visits now and in the near future are as enjoyable as possible!

Photo of Jamie Sylvester Jamie SylvesterNovember 7, 2020
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Photo of Jamie Sylvester

Jamie Sylvester

I'm a Disney nerd! A kid at heart who loves the magic and memories of Walt Disney World. I follow all things Disney and enjoy the vacations, day trips, and weekend getaways, and geek out over the planning of such events. My goal is to experience as many Disney desserts and cocktails as possible! Married to another Disney nerd and blessed with a daughter and son, we thoroughly enjoy the magic at Disney and are here to help others experience the magic as well.

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