Why Disney Demolished Dinoland USA: An Imagineering Failure

The now-defunct Dinoland USA at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is one of the most fascinating stories in theme park history. Because while it was actually an ambitious land with one of the most detailed backstories ever created by Imagineering, it was this very backstory that led to its demise. In this video, we explore the rise and fall of Dinoland USA, including its original plans, canceled attractions (like the iconic Excavator roller coaster), and the intricate backstory of Diggs County that most guests never knew existed. If you think you know Dinoland, think again - because there is truly so much more to this land than meets the eye. This is the complete history of Dinoland USA - what it was meant to be, what it became, and why it’s gone.