Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade at Magic Kingdom
Editor’s Note: This attraction is permanently closed. This page is maintained for historical reference only. The Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade officially closed on June 23, 2024. It was an opening-day attraction when the park first opened in 1971. The arcade was closed to convert the space into a Disney Vacation Club member lounge.
Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade is an attraction in Frontierland at Disney’s Magic Kingdom. The Shootin’ Arcade offers guests the opportunity to shoot targets with a replica .54-caliber Hawkins Buffalo Rifle.
This old-fashioned shooting gallery is located on the edge of Frontierland, between The Diamond Horseshoe and Frontierland Trading Post. Previously, a small fee was required to participate in this attraction. However, on our last visit, we found that the rifles are now free to anyone who wants to participate.
Here’s the quick reference chart for Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade.
| Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade | Magic Kingdom |
|---|---|
Location: | Frontierland |
Height Requirement: | None |
Lightning Lane: | NA |
Ride Type: | Shooting Arcade Game |
Seats Per Vehicle: | None |
Rider Switch: | None |
Good For: | Adults who want to take a break and entertain the kids. |
Scare Factor: | None |
Must-Do List: | Low |
Perfect For: | Break time |
Special Mention: | No Charges |
Accessibility: Guests may remain in wheelchairs or ECVs to participate.
Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade is a shooting game where guests aim at interactive targets. You’ll step up to the next available queue to show off your shooting skills. It’s important to note that the rifles only fire an invisible beam of safe infrared light. This location does not use pellets or other projectiles.
The backdrop for the shootout is the legendary Boot Hill cemetery in Tombstone, Arizona.
Various grave markers serve as stationary targets. Looking closely, you’ll realize over 100 targets are available, including ghost riders, tombs, wagons, a bunny, skeletons, and more.
Additionally, a few pressed penny machines were located inside the attraction.
I hadn’t seen this souvenir coin with Mickey as a cowboy.
The Resorts Gal Spin on Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade
We give the Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade the green light. You can walk right up and take your best aim at almost any time of the day. It’s a fun and unique spot in the Magic Kingdom that won’t take up much of your touring time.
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Green Light
We give an attraction the green light if we consider it a must-do, regardless of the posted wait. We also give the green light for attractions we deem suitable to experience anytime. For example, some attractions have high capacities. Therefore, the lines continuously move, and you shouldn’t have a long wait unless the attraction experiences downtime.
Red Light
We recommend checking the posted wait times for red light attractions. Then, make a quick judgment call on whether to wait, skip it, or return later. We also give some attractions the red light that we feel might not be suitable based on our experience.
Overall, the Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade is a fun place to stop while you’re in the area. Note that the rifles are similar to real ones. So they might be a little heavy for smaller children. For more attractions, we have an entire list of Magic Kingdom rides. Or, for other parks, see our Disney World Rides and Attractions guide. It links to attraction guides for all four theme parks.
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