Knott’s Berry Farm Map and Brochure (2025 – 1943)

Location: Buena Park, California

Years Active: 1920 – Active

This page is an archive of Knott’s Berry Farm maps and brochures from 2025 and dating back all the way to 1943. It’s the only place to find that many updates to the official Knott’s Berry Farm map. But before we jam on that, let’s explore some fascinating history and fun facts about Knott’s Berry Farm…

Knott’s Berry Farm is a world-renowned theme park located in Buena Park, California and is one of the most popular amusement parks in USA. In 2015, it was the twelfth-most-visited theme park in North America and averages approximately 4 million visitors per year.

Knott’s features 40 rides including roller coasters, family rides, dark rides, and water rides.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 2025

In 2025, Knott’s Berry Farm confirmed the return of Knott’s Scary Farm, scheduled to run from September 18 through November 1. Montezooma’s Revenge remained closed for major renovation work during the year. Additionally, multiple attractions—including Sierra Sidewinder, Beagle Express, Rapid River Run, Calico Mine Ride, Carousel de California, Sky Cabin, Xcelerator, Ghost Rider, and the Log Ride—were scheduled for short-term closures or refurbishments across the summer and fall season.

Printable Knott’s Berry Farm Map PDF 2025

Knott’s Berry Farm – Knott’s Scary Farm Map 2024

In 2024, Knott’s Scary Farm introduced two new haunted mazes: Among the Fog, set in a misty, deserted town, and The Gag, a clown-themed maze, replacing the retired Wax Works and Dark Entities. A new scare zone, Bad Tidings: The Cursed Coast, debuted, featuring ghostly sailors and sea creatures, taking over the space previously occupied by Forsaken Lake.

Printable Knott’s Berry Farm – Knott’s Scary Farm Map PDF 2024

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 2024

In 2024, Knott’s Berry Farm reopened the reimagined Camp Snoopy after a six-month refurbishment, introducing new attractions and updates for families. Additions included Snoopy’s Tenderpaw Twister, a kid-friendly roller coaster, and Sally’s Swing Along, a new bench-style swing ride. The Rocky Mountain Trucking Company was re-themed as Camp Snoopy’s Off-Road Rally, while the Grand Sierra Railroad was renamed Beagle Express. To accommodate these changes, the original Huff and Puff kid-powered ride was permanently removed.

Printable Knott’s Berry Farm Map PDF 2024

Knott’s Berry Farm Peanuts Celebration Map 2024

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 2023

In 2023, Knott’s Berry Farm reopened the fully renovated Fiesta Village for its 50th anniversary, adding the new Casa California restaurant and re-theming several rides, including Dragon Swing to Carrusel de California and La Revolucion to Los Voladores. For Knott’s Scary Farm’s 50th anniversary, two new haunted mazes debuted: Cinema Slasher and The Chilling Chambers, replacing the retired Pumpkin Eater and Horrors of London from the previous year’s lineup.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map PDF 2023

Knott’s Berry Farm Summertime Map 2023

Knott’s Berry Farm 4th of July Map 2023

Knott’s Berry Farm Merry Farm Map 2023

Knott’s Berry Farm Peanuts Celebration Map 2023

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 2022

In 2022, Knott’s Berry Farm re-themed and reopened the Prop Shop Pizzeria as a movie studio commissary-style eatery with updated décor and outdoor seating. For Knott’s Scary Farm, two new haunted mazes were introduced: The Grimoire, centered on witchcraft, and Bloodline 1842, a vampire-themed experience. These additions replaced the retired mazes Paranormal Inc. and Dark Ride: Castle of Chaos from the prior year’s lineup.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map PDF 2022

Knott’s Berry Farm Boysenberry Festival Map 2022

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 2021

In 2021, Knott’s Berry Farm reopened on May 21 after its pandemic-related closure, launching its 100th Anniversary celebration and debuting the new 4-D interactive dark ride Knott’s Bear-y Tales: Return to the Fair. Knott’s Scary Farm also returned after a one-year hiatus, introducing new haunted mazes including Origins: The Curse of Calico and Mesmer: Sideshow of the Mind, while retiring the Special Ops: Infected and Shadow Lands mazes from its lineup.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map PDF 2021

Knott’s Berry Farm New Year’s Eve Fireworks Map 2021

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 2020

In 2020, Knott’s Berry Farm permanently closed the Voyage to the Iron Reef interactive dark ride in January to prepare for the return of Bear-y Tales. The park then suspended operations on March 14 due to the pandemic, marking a full closure that extended beyond the initial month. Additionally, the annual Knott’s Scary Farm Halloween event was officially cancelled for the 2020 season, making it a year defined by significant closures.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map PDF 2020

Knott’s Berry Farm Brochure 2020

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 2019

In 2019, Knott’s Berry Farm re-themed and reopened its Bigfoot Rapids ride as Calico River Rapids. For Knott’s Scary Farm, two new haunted mazes debuted: Wax Works, set in a sinister wax museum, and Origins: The Curse of Calico, exploring the town’s dark past. The Shadow Lands maze returned after a hiatus, while The Red Barn and Trick-or-Treat: Lights Out mazes were permanently removed from the lineup.

Knott’s Berry Farm Brochure 2019

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 2018

In 2018, Knott’s Berry Farm opened HangTime, California’s first steel dive coaster. For Knott’s Scary Farm, two new haunted mazes debuted: The Depths, a nautical-themed experience set in a seaside village, and Dark Entities, a sci-fi horror maze aboard a space station. These new additions replaced the retired Tooth Fairy and Voodoo: Order of the Serpent mazes, marking significant updates to both the park’s ride offerings and seasonal Halloween lineup.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 2017

In 2017, Knott’s Berry Farm introduced the new thrill ride Sol Spin in Fiesta Village while retiring the Boomerang roller coaster. The Sky Cabin observation tower also reopened after a four-month closure. Knott’s Soak City Waterpark relaunched with a major expansion, debuting two new slide towers: Shore Break, with six unique slides, and The Wedge, a multi-person raft ride. For Scary Farm, the Dark Ride haunted maze premiered, replacing Dead of Winter and The Gunslinger’s Grave.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map PDF 2017

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 2016

In 2016, Knott’s Berry Farm introduced Ghost Town Alive!, a new interactive summer experience celebrating the 75th anniversary of Ghost Town, while the GhostRider wooden coaster reopened after a nine-month restoration and full re-tracking. Mrs. Knott’s Chicken Dinner Restaurant also reopened following a major renovation. For Scary Farm, new haunted mazes Shadow Lands and The Red Barn debuted, while Black Magic and Pinocchio Unstrung were retired, and Gunslinger’s Grave was re-themed with a werewolf storyline.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map PDF 2016

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 2015

In 2015, Knott’s Berry Farm opened Voyage to the Iron Reef, a new interactive 4-D dark ride, following the removal of the Charleston Circle Fountain to accommodate the attraction. For Knott’s Scary Farm, two new haunted mazes debuted: Paranormal Inc., themed to a haunted hospital ghost hunt, and Dead of Winter, featuring a vengeful snow queen. These additions replaced the retired mazes Forevermore and Dominion of the Damned from the previous year’s lineup.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map PDF 2015

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 2014

In 2014, Knott’s Berry Farm reopened Camp Snoopy after a 30th-anniversary renovation, adding three new rides: Charlie Brown’s Kite Flyer, Pig Pen’s Mud Buggies, and Linus Launcher, while removing older attractions including Log Peeler, Snoopy Bounce, and Charlie Brown Speedway. For Knott’s Scary Farm, two new experiences debuted: The Tooth Fairy maze and the interactive zombie attraction Special Ops: Infected, replacing the retired Delirium and Mirror, Mirror mazes from the prior lineup.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map PDF 2014

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 2013

In 2013, Knott’s Berry Farm opened the new Boardwalk area, debuting three family attractions: Coast Rider, a roller coaster, Surfside Gliders, and the relocated Pacific Scrambler. For Knott’s Scary Farm, several new haunted mazes premiered, including Black Magic (Houdini-inspired), Forevermore (based on Edgar Allan Poe), The Gunslinger’s Grave (Western-themed), and Mirror, Mirror. Meanwhile, Dominion of the Damned returned with a new design, while older mazes like Terror of London and Uncle Willy’s Slaughter House were retired.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 2012

In 2012, Knott’s Berry Farm permanently closed the Perilous Plunge water ride after Labor Day to prepare for a Boardwalk expansion. For the 40th anniversary of Knott’s Scary Farm, three new haunted mazes debuted: Trapped, an interactive upcharge experience, Pinocchio Unstrung, a dark retelling of the classic tale, and Trick-or-Treat, set in a witch’s house. These additions replaced the retired mazes Fallout Shelter, The Labyrinth, and the Sleepy Hollow Mountain log ride overlay.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 2011

In 2011, Knott’s Berry Farm opened Windseeker, a 301-foot-tall tower swing ride in Fiesta Village offering panoramic views of the park. For Knott’s Scary Farm, two new haunted mazes debuted: Delirium, themed to a surreal dreamscape, and Endgames: Warriors of the Apocalypse, set in a post-apocalyptic gladiator arena. These additions replaced the retired Dia de los Muertos and Cornstalkers mazes from the previous year’s Halloween lineup.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 2010

In 2010, Knott’s Berry Farm opened the first Orange County location of Pink’s Hot Dogs. For Knott’s Scary Farm, two new haunted mazes were introduced: Virus Z, themed around a zombie outbreak, and Fallout Shelter in 3D, set in a mutated 1950s nuclear shelter. These additions replaced The Doll Factory maze and The Black Widow’s Cavern overlay on the Calico Railroad, marking notable changes to the park’s dining and Halloween offerings.

Knott’s Berry Farm Brochure 2010

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 2009

In 2009, Knott’s Scary Farm added several new attractions, including The Doll Factory, themed to a demented toy maker, The Labyrinth, a Celtic-inspired maze, and Dia de los Muertos, a 3-D Day of the Dead experience. The Calico Railroad was overlaid as Black Widow’s Cavern, transforming it into a spider-infested mine. Meanwhile, longtime mazes Club Blood, Alien Annihilation, and Pyromaniax were retired, marking significant changes to the Halloween lineup.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 2008

In 2008, Knott’s Berry Farm opened Pony Express, a new motorcycle-style launch roller coaster debuting on Memorial Day. For Knott’s Scary Farm, three new haunted mazes were introduced: The Doll Factory, set in an abandoned toy factory, The Labyrinth, themed to a Celtic world, and Alien Annihilation, a sci-fi maze featuring a battle between aliens and the military. These replaced the retired mazes The Grudge 2, Killer Klownz, and Lost Vegas in 3D.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 2007

In 2007, Knott’s Berry Farm opened Sierra Sidewinder, a spinning family roller coaster located in Camp Snoopy. For Knott’s Scary Farm, two new haunted mazes were introduced: The Grudge 2, based on the horror movie sequel, and Killer Klownz, themed to homicidal clowns. These additions replaced the original The Grudge maze and Gauntlet of Ghouls, marking notable updates to both the park’s ride offerings and Halloween lineup.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 2006

In 2006, Knott’s Berry Farm closed the Camp Snoopy Petting Zoo and Henry’s Auto Livery children’s car ride to clear space for a future roller coaster. For Knott’s Scary Farm, two new mazes debuted: Lost Vegas in 3D, set in a post-apocalyptic Las Vegas, and The Grudge, based on the 2004 horror film. These additions replaced the retired Feary Tales in 3-D and The Freezer mazes from the previous year’s lineup.

Knott’s Berry Farm Brochure 2006

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 2005

In 2005, Knott’s Berry Farm added a T.G.I. Friday’s restaurant in the California Marketplace, marking the chain’s first location at a theme park property. For Knott’s Scary Farm, two new haunted mazes debuted: The Freezer, set in a frozen industrial wasteland, and Feary Tales in 3-D, a twisted version of classic fairy tales. These additions replaced the retired Malice in Wunderland and Coven of the White Witch mazes from the previous year.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 2004

In 2004, Knott’s Berry Farm permanently closed the Kingdom of the Dinosaurs dark ride to make way for new development and later opened Silver Bullet, a major inverted steel roller coaster, in December. For Knott’s Scary Farm, two new haunted mazes debuted: The Gauntlet of Ghouls, set in a medieval castle, and Coven of the White Witch, featuring witches and the undead. These replaced the retired Psycho-Acoustic Torture Chamber and Red Moon Massacre mazes.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 2003

In 2003, Knott’s Berry Farm opened La Revolución, a new thrill ride swinging riders up to 64 feet in the air. For Knott’s Scary Farm, three new mazes debuted: Malice in Wunderland, a 3D twisted take on Alice in Wonderland, Red Moon Massacre, themed to a werewolf-haunted Old West town, and Psycho-Acoustic Torture Chamber, a sound-based maze. These replaced the retired Blood Bayou, Carnival of Carnivorous Clowns, and The Mummy Returns mazes from the prior year.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 2002

In 2002, Knott’s Berry Farm opened Xcelerator, a hydraulic launch roller coaster that propels riders to 82 mph and up a 205-foot tower, marking a major new thrill attraction. For Knott’s Scary Farm, two new mazes debuted: The Mummy Returns, based on the movie sequel, and Blood Bayou, set in the Louisiana swamps. These replaced the retired mazes The Dead and Breakfast and The Inferno from the previous year’s lineup.

Knott’s Berry Farm Brochure 2002

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 2001

In 2001, Knott’s Berry Farm permanently closed the Windjammer Surf Racers roller coaster in July. The park also introduced VertiGo, a 300-foot-tall rocket tower thrill ride, though it was shut down indefinitely in September after a malfunction. For Knott’s Scary Farm, two new haunted mazes debuted: The Asylum, themed to a mental hospital, and The Dead and Breakfast, a ghoulish inn, replacing the retired Mummy maze along with the mine ride and train ride overlays.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 2000

In 2000, Knott’s Berry Farm opened Perilous Plunge, the world’s tallest and steepest water ride at the time. For Knott’s Scary Farm, four new mazes debuted: The Mummy, set in an Egyptian tomb; The Inferno, themed to a volcanic underworld; 13 Axe Murder Manor, a haunted Victorian mansion; and Club Blood, a vampire nightclub. These additions replaced retired mazes including The Crypt of the Vampire and Dead Man’s Wharf, marking significant updates to the Halloween lineup.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1999

In 1999, Knott’s Berry Farm permanently closed the HeadAche spinning ride, later replacing it with a new Johnny Rockets restaurant by Thanksgiving, and dismantled the iconic Sky Jump parachute drop ride. For Knott’s Scary Farm, two new haunted mazes debuted: The Dead Man’s Wharf, themed to pirate skeletons and haunted ships, and The Werewolf’s Lair, set in a fog-filled forest of half-man, half-beast creatures, expanding the event’s lineup of seasonal attractions.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1998

In 1998, Knott’s Berry Farm opened two major thrill rides: Supreme Scream, a 312-foot triple tower drop ride debuting on July 4, and GhostRider, the longest and fastest wooden coaster in the West, which opened in December. For Knott’s Scary Farm, two new mazes were introduced: The Time Machine, themed to a dystopian future, and Frankenstein Castle, inspired by the classic horror tale. Meanwhile, the long-running Dominion of the Dead maze was retired from the lineup.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1997

In 1997, Knott’s Berry Farm opened Windjammer Surf Racers, a dueling steel roller coaster that became the park’s sixteenth coaster. For the 25th anniversary of Knott’s Scary Farm, a new maze, Dominion of the Dead, debuted alongside returning favorites like Terror of London, Slaughterhouse, and Crypt of the Vampire. Meanwhile, The Asylum maze was retired from the Halloween lineup, marking a significant refresh of the seasonal event.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1996

In 1996, Knott’s Berry Farm permanently closed two longtime attractions: the Wacky Soap Box Racers steeplechase coaster and the Walter K. Steamboat ride on Reflection Lake. For Knott’s Scary Farm, a new haunted maze, The Asylum, debuted, themed to a mental hospital overrun by inmates, while the Maze of the Macabre was retired from the lineup.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1995

In 1995, Knott’s Berry Farm introduced Jaguar!, a family-friendly steel roller coaster located in Fiesta Village, marking a major new ride for the park. For Knott’s Scary Farm, the new haunted maze Crypt of the Vampire debuted, featuring coffins and undead creatures. At the same time, the long-running Funhouse maze was retired from the Halloween lineup, updating the mix of seasonal attractions offered during the event.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1994

In 1994, Knott’s Berry Farm debuted Mystery Lodge, a $10 million high-tech theater attraction that told a Native American ghost story using advanced special effects. For Knott’s Scary Farm, the new haunted maze The Funhouse, featuring creepy clowns and a hall of mirrors, was introduced. Meanwhile, the Alien Attack maze was retired from the Halloween lineup, updating the event’s offerings with new themes and experiences.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1993

In 1993, Knott’s Berry Farm added Alien Attack, a new science-fiction maze set inside a devastated spaceship consumed by a massive extraterrestrial, as part of its Scary Farm event. At the same time, the Carnival of Chaos maze was retired from the Halloween lineup. These changes refreshed the seasonal offerings while maintaining returning favorites like Terror of London, Slaughterhouse, and Maze of the Macabre.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1992

In 1992, Knott’s Berry Farm opened Indian Trails, a 2-acre themed land dedicated to portraying Native American life and culture. For Knott’s Scary Farm’s 20th anniversary, the new maze Carnival of Chaos, themed to a grotesque sideshow, was introduced. Meanwhile, the Nightmare on Elm Street licensed maze was retired from the Halloween lineup, marking notable shifts in both permanent park offerings and seasonal attractions.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1991

In 1991, Knott’s Berry Farm introduced Nightmare on Elm Street, a new haunted maze based on the popular horror film franchise, immersing guests in Freddy Krueger’s terrifying world. At the same time, the long-running Crypt maze was retired from the Halloween Haunt lineup. Returning mazes included The Slaughter House, Terror of London, and Maze of the Macabre, maintaining familiar favorites alongside the new addition.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1990

In 1990, Knott’s Berry Farm retired the historic Corkscrew roller coaster and introduced Boomerang, a new shuttle loop coaster that sent riders through three inversions forward and backward. For Knott’s Scary Farm, the new haunted maze The Slaughterhouse, set in a twisted meat-packing plant, debuted. Meanwhile, the Haunted Hotel maze was removed from the seasonal lineup, while popular mazes like Terror of London, The Crypt, and Maze of the Macabre returned.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1989

In 1989, Knott’s Berry Farm introduced two new haunted mazes for Scary Farm: The Crypt, a subterranean vampire lair, and The Haunted Hotel, a ghost-infested inn. Later that year, the park permanently closed its historic Corkscrew roller coaster, the world’s first modern inverting coaster, after more than a decade of operation. These changes marked both fresh additions to the Halloween lineup and the end of a groundbreaking ride in the park’s history.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1988

In 1988, Knott’s Berry Farm opened Bigfoot Rapids, a new outdoor river rafting attraction that sent up to twelve riders at a time through a winding man-made river. This addition expanded the park’s lineup with a major water-based thrill ride, offering guests a fresh experience during the summer season.

Knott’s Berry Farm Brochure 1988

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1987

In 1987, Knott’s Berry Farm closed the long-running Knott’s Bear-y Tales dark ride and re-themed the space into Kingdom of the Dinosaurs, which opened in November as a new $7-million attraction. Additionally, the park’s annual Halloween event underwent a branding change, dropping the “Halloween Haunt” title in favor of the simpler and enduring name Knott’s Scary Farm.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1986

In 1986, Knott’s Berry Farm introduced the Tampico Tumbler, a $2 million German-made spinning ride in Fiesta Village, adding a new thrill attraction to the park’s lineup. Later that year, the long-running Motorcycle Chase steeplechase roller coaster was permanently closed to make way for a future water ride development.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1985

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1984

In 1984, Knott’s Berry Farm expanded its Camp Snoopy children’s area with the addition of The Barn Dance, a Scrambler-style attraction designed for younger guests. This new ride enhanced the six-acre themed area, which had opened the year before, by providing another family-friendly option within the popular Peanuts-themed land.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1983

In 1983, Knott’s Berry Farm debuted Camp Snoopy, a $10 million, six-acre themed land dedicated to children and the Peanuts characters. The new area featured multiple attractions, including the Red Baron airplane ride, the Grand Sierra Scenic Railroad circling two lakes, and the Beary Tales Funhouse, a re-themed adaptation of the classic ride. This marked the grand opening of the world’s first Camp Snoopy, significantly expanding the park’s family-oriented offerings.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1982

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1981

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1980

In 1980, Knott’s Berry Farm introduced the Wacky Soap Box Racers, a new $2 million steeplechase-style roller coaster designed to simulate the excitement of soap box racing. Officially opening in April, the ride became a unique addition to the park’s lineup of attractions, offering guests a fresh thrill experience.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1979

Knott’s Berry Farm Spirit of the West Map 1979

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1978

In 1978, Knott’s Berry Farm introduced major changes with the debut of Montezooma’s Revenge, a Schwarzkopf-designed shuttle roller coaster in Fiesta Village, and the addition of the Parachute Jump tower attraction. That same year, the Roaring Twenties themed section was rebranded as Knott’s Airfield, reflecting the area’s updated focus. These additions and renaming significantly reshaped the park’s offerings, blending new thrill rides with refreshed themed environments for guests.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1977

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1976

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1975

In 1975, Knott’s Berry Farm unveiled the Roaring 20s themed area, introducing several landmark attractions. The highlight was the Corkscrew roller coaster, the world’s first modern inverting coaster with two 360-degree loops. Another major addition was Knott’s Bear-y Tales, a dark ride featuring the Bear-y Family. As part of the expansion, the John Wayne Theatre was rethemed and renamed the Good Time Theatre, marking a transformative year for the park’s entertainment and thrill offerings.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1974

In 1974, Knott’s Berry Farm introduced the Wild West Stunt Show, which debuted on October 7 as a new live entertainment offering. This production replaced the long-running Wagon Camp shows, marking a shift in the park’s western-themed performances. While plans for future changes such as the reimagining of Gypsy Camp into the Roaring 20s were announced by year’s end, the most immediate transformation that year centered on this new stunt show experience.

Knott’s Berry Farm Brochure 1974

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1973

In 1973, Knott’s Berry Farm launched two key firsts that would shape its future identity. The park introduced Whittles, its first walk-around mascot character, created from “The Old Timer” figure. That same year, Knott’s debuted the inaugural Halloween Haunt, a three-night event held in October that marked the beginning of what would become one of the park’s most enduring seasonal traditions.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1972

In 1972, Knott’s Berry Farm saw the conclusion of one of its live entertainment offerings. The Pufnstuf stage show, performed at the John Wayne Theater, ended at the close of the year, and its cast was laid off. This marked the retirement of the licensed children’s production from the park’s lineup, representing the primary documented change for that season.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1971

In 1971, Knott’s Berry Farm introduced two major additions. On May 28, the Gypsy Camp themed area opened, offering caves with a magic shop, arcade, fortune telling, and live outdoor music. Shortly after, on June 19, the 2,100-seat John Wayne Theatre debuted as a large-scale indoor entertainment venue.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1970

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1969

In 1969, Knott’s Berry Farm underwent major expansion with the debut of two headline additions. On July 11, the Timber Mountain Log Ride, originally called the Calico Log Ride, opened as one of the nation’s first log flumes, inaugurated by John Wayne. That same year, the Fiesta Village themed area premiered, bringing with it rides such as Tijuana Taxi, Mexican Whip, Fiesta Wheel, and Happy Sombrero, marking the park’s second fully developed land.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1968

In 1968, Knott’s Berry Farm transitioned into a fully enclosed amusement park by constructing a 10-foot brick wall with barbed wire around Ghost Town and extending fencing across the property. For the first time, visitors were required to pay admission, with sources citing an initial charge ranging from 25 cents to $1. This shift marked the end of the park’s free-entry model and the beginning of its operation as a ticketed theme park.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1967

In 1967, Knott’s Berry Farm saw a notable rebrand when Mrs. Murphy’s Boarding House was renamed the Calico Spice Shop, marking a shift in Ghost Town’s offerings. That same year, Walter and Cordelia Knott’s youngest daughter, Marion Knott, began assisting her father with Ghost Town operations, strengthening the family’s direct role in managing the park’s themed experiences.

Knott’s Berry Farm Brochure 1967

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1966

In 1966, Knott’s Berry Farm expanded beyond traditional theme park attractions with the debut of Independence Hall, which opened on July 4 as a brick-by-brick replica of the historic Philadelphia landmark. This addition introduced an educational and patriotic element to the property, offering visitors an experience that blended history with entertainment, and it continues to serve as a significant feature of the park’s cultural and educational outreach.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1965

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1964

In 1964, Knott’s Berry Farm introduced Jungle Island, a new playground and lagoon feature located across Beach Boulevard, north of where Independence Hall would later stand. Although not within the main gated admission park, Jungle Island added an interactive family attraction that expanded the overall Knott’s experience beyond Ghost Town and the existing grounds, providing guests with an additional outdoor adventure space connected to the growing entertainment offerings of the Farm.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1963

In 1963, Knott’s Berry Farm saw the closure of a unique feature within Ghost Town: the Ghost Town Rural Station post office. Operating since 1951 as an official branch of the Buena Park Post Office, it served guests and locals for 12 years before being discontinued. This marked the end of one of the park’s authentic, functioning services that had blended real-world utility with themed entertainment.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1962

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1961

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1960

In 1960, Knott’s Berry Farm introduced its first major attraction with the opening of the Calico Mine Ride in Ghost Town. Debuting in November, the ride was a groundbreaking immersive dark ride that transported guests through detailed underground mining scenes. This marked a significant step in the park’s evolution from a roadside attraction into a destination theme park, setting the stage for future large-scale themed experiences.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1959

In 1959, Knott’s Berry Farm expanded its offerings beyond Ghost Town when ride designer Bud Hurlbut introduced a miniature train ride around Knott’s Lagoon. This attraction, located on the east side of Beach Boulevard, marked one of the first steps toward incorporating family amusement rides into the park’s growing lineup. The addition demonstrated Knott’s gradual transition from a themed dining and shopping destination into a fuller theme park experience.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1958

In 1958, Knott’s Berry Farm added two significant attractions to its lineup. On May 3, Mott’s Miniatures museum opened inside the historic Jeffries Barn in Ghost Town. That same year, the park introduced the Antique Auto Ride, designed and built by Arrow Development, which allowed guests to drive miniature cars along a guided track. Both additions reflected the park’s growing focus on interactive experiences and themed exhibits.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1957

In 1957, Knott’s Berry Farm expanded its entertainment options with the opening of Henry’s Auto Livery along Beach Boulevard. This attraction allowed guests to drive miniature cars, adding a hands-on amusement experience outside the main Ghost Town area. Its popularity marked another step in the park’s steady growth from a roadside dining and shopping stop into a full-scale theme park with rides and interactive attractions that appealed to a broader audience.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1956

In 1956, Knott’s Berry Farm expanded its cultural and historical offerings with two notable additions. The opulent private railcar Edna, once owned by Otto Mears of the Rio Grande Southern, was added to the Ghost Town & Calico Railroad, enhancing the train consist. That same year, a new art gallery opened in the Ghost Town area, showcasing a collection of Western paintings for visitors to admire.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1955

In 1955, Knott’s Berry Farm expanded Ghost Town with two notable additions. The park installed the historic Dentzel Carousel, a 1902-built classic ride that became one of the few traditional attractions in the area. That same year, Walter Knott also introduced the Bird Cage Theatre, a small-scale replica of the Tombstone, Arizona venue known for its 1880s variety shows, bringing authentic Western entertainment to the farm.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1954

In 1954, Knott’s Berry Farm added two major attractions to Ghost Town. The Bird Cage Theatre, a replica of the historic venue from Tombstone, Arizona, opened and later became known for hosting the world’s longest-running melodrama. That same year, Walter Knott purchased the Haunted Shack, a gravity house originally from the San Diego County Fair, and relocated it to the park, where it quickly became a successful and popular walk-through attraction.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1953

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1952

In 1952, Knott’s Berry Farm introduced one of its most enduring attractions with the debut of the Ghost Town & Calico Railroad. Officially beginning operations on January 12, the authentic narrow-gauge steam train gave guests a ride through the heart of Ghost Town. This addition not only provided a new immersive experience but also reinforced Walter Knott’s vision of blending authentic Western history with themed entertainment at the growing park.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1951

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1950

In 1950, Knott’s Berry Farm expanded its offerings with several new features shown on the official park map. The Blacksmith Shop, Fiesta Mexicana, and Indian Village were added as labeled attractions, broadening the Ghost Town and cultural experiences available to guests. Additionally, the Stagecoach Ride was rerouted, now circling the perimeter of Ghost Town instead of traveling through its center, marking a notable change in layout and guest flow for the attraction.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1949

In 1949, Knott’s Berry Farm introduced its first major ride, the Butterfield Stagecoach. This attraction featured authentic four-horse teams pulling carriages, allowing guests to experience a recreation of historic stagecoach travel. As the park’s inaugural ride, the Stagecoach Line represented a turning point in Knott’s evolution from a roadside attraction into a theme park, laying the groundwork for the addition of more rides and immersive experiences in the years to follow.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1945

In 1945, Knott’s Berry Farm expanded Ghost Town with the addition of the Bottle House and the Music Hall. The Bottle House was crafted as a unique architectural feature, while the Music Hall displayed antique musical instruments, music boxes, and themed artwork, including a painting of a Native American family. These additions strengthened the park’s focus on themed structures and historical exhibits, further developing Ghost Town as a central immersive environment for visitors.

Knott’s Berry Farm Map 1943

Knott’s Berry Farm History

Knott’s Berry Farm’s park began in the 1920s as a roadside berry stand run by Walter Knott along State Route 39 in California. By the 1940s, a restaurant, several shops, and other attractions had been constructed on the property to entertain a growing number of visitors, including a replica ghost town.

The site continued its transformation into a modern amusement park over the next two decades, and an admission charge was added in 1968. In 1997, the park was sold to Cedar Fair for $300 million, just two years after the Knott’s food business was acquired by ConAgra, Inc. in 1995.

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