Halloween at Big Thunder Ranch in Disneyland

Halloween has arrived at the Big Thunder Ranch. 

In a previous post, I talked about how you can visit the goats and hide away in Miss Chris' Cabin to color. It's a nice place to take a break on a busy day at Disneyland. We spend a lot of time here, as my son is a big fan of this area. I did warn that once Halloween and Christmas arrived the area would be transformed, and the cabin would no longer be a spot to color. As promised it has been moved, and I'm here to share with you what Big Thunder Ranch looks like during the Halloween season. 

Pumpkins and autumn decorations now line the outside fence of the goats petting area. If you have a baby or little ones, this would make a cute photo spot for you.

The goats are looking festive with their Halloween scarves, and one  was even dressed like a scarecrow.  On a side note... don't be fooled by that rope near the goat. It's part of a fenced off area only the goats are allowed. He is not tied down. All goats roam freely.

My absolute favorite part about the ranch this time of year is the pumpkin carvers!

I like to make it out 2-3 times a week during this time of year, so I won't miss any of the pumpkins being carved. Depending on how much of the pumpkin is carved, some last weeks while others only a few days before they get moldy. 

Enter Miss Chris' Cabin, and you'll find the whole inside decorated with plenty of photo opportunities for your group. 

Now the coloring area has been moved outside past Miss Chris' Cabin. There is a station set up with bat finger puppets and coloring sheets, that also come with costumes to add. 

Once you grab your coloring item of choice, you can take a seat at a table with a basket full of crayons and color your heart out. If you are lucky, you may just get to color with Jessie or Woody. 

And of course they also pose for pictures and sign autographs over in this area too. 

I just love when Halloween takes over at the ranch because not only does it brighten the area up, but it also means Santa and his reindeer are not far behind too. 

On your way out, hang a right for another photo op area. 

If you missed my original post, check it out here: Big Thunder Ranch.

Disney Tip Tuesdays: Big Thunder Ranch

Welcome to another Disney Tip Tuesday, where I'll share a tip or two around the Disneyland Resort with my friend Chad, from Days in the Park. 

This week I want to talk about Big Thunder Ranch. 

I can't tell you how many times someone will tell me they didn't know Disneyland had the ranch. It is one of my favorite spots to take a break from the crowds and slow down a bit. 

Big Thunder Ranch is located next door to Big Thunder Ranch BBQ. It is also just around the corner from Casey Jr. Circus Train and Village Haus Restaurant in Fantasyland. A short little walk around the curve while exiting Fantasyland, you will run right into the ranch on your right. 

Here you will find goats, a cow name Maggie, and a donkey named Pocahontas.  

Enter the petting zoo and you will find many goats waiting for you to pet them.

Some like to relax behind a fence, but most you will find roaming around in the open or relaxing on the ground and barrels set up in the middle of the petting zoo. 

As you can see from my photos, this area is very clean. You will not find any goat droppings because as soon as that happens, a Cast Member is there to clean it up. They are really speedy on that. 

The goats are out year round except during the Christmas season when Santa's reindeers come out for a visit. 

When you are all done visiting the goats, they have a wash station set up for you to clean your hands.

Don't forget to look for the hidden Mickey under one of the soap dispensers too. 

Here is where my tip comes in... 

See this cabin? It's Miss Chris' Cabin, and if you go inside you will find a nice spot to relax for a bit with your children or by yourself. 

You see, inside they have two tables set up with coloring sheets and crayons for you to enjoy. 

Sometimes a visit to Disneyland can be a little overwhelming with all the people, and you just need a break. Next time consider spending a little time at Big Thunder Ranch, just make sure you go before 6PM as the goats leave the petting zoo for the night. 

The Halloween season is approaching fast and the inside will change with holiday decorations, but they will still have tables set up in a different spot around the ranch for coloring and that includes Christmas too. 

Now head over to Days in the Park to see what tip Chad has for you today.