What is the best time to ride Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster?

At Disneyland, Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster typically has its shortest waits around 8 AM and its longest around 12 PM. Riding right at rope drop is your best bet.

How long is the wait for Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster?

The standby wait for Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster runs about 19 minutes on a typical day and climbs near 60 minutes at its busiest.

Does Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster break down a lot?

Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster is currently graded Rock solid for reliability. Running about 99 percent of the day over the last 90 days, with most outages lasting about 20 minutes.

Is there a height requirement for Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster?

Yes. Riders must be at least 35 in (89 cm) tall to ride Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster.

Does Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster have Lightning Lane?

No. Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster does not offer Lightning Lane, so standby is the only line.

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Disneyland · Mickey's Toontown Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster Family coaster · 35 in (89 cm)

Disneyland · Mickey's Toontown

Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster Wait Time & Best Time to Ride

At Disneyland Resort's Disneyland, Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster is a ride worth planning around. This guide shows the current wait, typical wait, best time to ride, ride length, drop and intensity, Lightning Lane, and whether it is worth rope dropping.

Updated July 25, 2026. Live waits refresh throughout the day.

Right now 5 min

Typical wait 19 min

Peak seen 60 min

Quietest hour 8 AM

Quick facts

Land: Mickey's Toontown
Height: 35 in (89 cm)
Lightning Lane: No
Opened: 1993
Ride length: About 1 minute
Thrill: Family coaster

Best Time to Ride Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster

Typical standby wait by hour. The quietest hour is marked in gold (8 AM); the wait usually peaks around 12 PM.

5 8AM

9 9AM

17 10AM

22 11AM

25 12PM

24 1PM

22 2PM

23 3PM

24 4PM

25 5PM

24 6PM

24 7PM

25 8PM

12 10PM

7 11PM

Pro tip: ride Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster in the first hour after rope drop or in the last hour before Disneyland closes. If you would rather not wait at all, aim for those low-wait windows.

Is Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster Reliable?

Rock solid Running about 99 percent of the day over the last 90 days, with most outages lasting about 20 minutes.

Should You Rope Drop Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster?

The shortest waits for Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster are right at rope drop and in the final hour before Disneyland closes, so arriving for park open is usually worth it. If the line is already long, ride later in the evening or use Lightning Lane.

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Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster FAQ

What is the best time to ride Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster?: At Disneyland, Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster typically has its shortest waits around 8 AM and its longest around 12 PM. Riding right at rope drop is your best bet.
How long is the wait for Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster?: The standby wait for Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster runs about 19 minutes on a typical day and climbs near 60 minutes at its busiest.
Does Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster break down a lot?: Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster is currently graded Rock solid for reliability. Running about 99 percent of the day over the last 90 days, with most outages lasting about 20 minutes.
Is there a height requirement for Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster?: Yes. Riders must be at least 35 in (89 cm) tall to ride Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster.
Does Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster have Lightning Lane?: No. Chip 'n' Dale's GADGETcoaster does not offer Lightning Lane, so standby is the only line.

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