Overview
- Recent coverage shows work progressing to replace Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island with new lands, including areas themed to Cars and Villains.
- Piston Peak now occupies the former river footprint next to Liberty Square, changing the visual setting documented in new photos and reports.
- Fans argue that Columbia Harbour House’s colonial harbor backstory relies on proximity to water, leading to speculation about retheming or closure.
- Observers say the reconfigured layout could separate the Haunted Mansion from Liberty Square’s context, potentially affecting its narrative atmosphere.
- Outlets note that Disney has issued no official decisions on these legacy locations, and current discussion remains speculative.