What is the best time to ride Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island?

At Disneyland, Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island typically has its shortest waits around 9 AM and its longest around 9 AM. Riding right at rope drop is your best bet.

How long is the wait for Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island?

The standby wait for Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island runs about 5 minutes on a typical day and climbs near 10 minutes at its busiest.

Does Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island break down a lot?

Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island is currently graded Rock solid for reliability. Running about 99 percent of the day over the last 90 days, with most outages lasting about 46 minutes.

Is there a height requirement for Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island?

No. Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island has no height requirement, so the whole family can ride.

Does Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island have Lightning Lane?

No. Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island does not offer Lightning Lane, so standby is the only line.

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Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island Wait Time & Best Time to Ride

At Disneyland Resort's Disneyland, Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island 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 Closed

Typical wait 5 min

Peak seen 10 min

Quietest hour 9 AM

Quick facts

Land: Frontierland
Height: Any height
Lightning Lane: No
Opened: 1956
Ride length: As long as you like
Thrill: Walk-through

Best Time to Ride Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island

Typical standby wait by hour. The quietest hour is marked in gold (9 AM); the wait usually peaks around 9 AM.

5 9AM

5 10AM

5 11AM

5 12PM

5 1PM

5 2PM

5 3PM

5 4PM

5 5PM

Pro tip: ride Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island 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 Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island Reliable?

Rock solid Running about 99 percent of the day over the last 90 days, with most outages lasting about 46 minutes.

Should You Rope Drop Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island?

The shortest waits for Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island 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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Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island FAQ

What is the best time to ride Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island?: At Disneyland, Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island typically has its shortest waits around 9 AM and its longest around 9 AM. Riding right at rope drop is your best bet.
How long is the wait for Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island?: The standby wait for Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island runs about 5 minutes on a typical day and climbs near 10 minutes at its busiest.
Does Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island break down a lot?: Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island is currently graded Rock solid for reliability. Running about 99 percent of the day over the last 90 days, with most outages lasting about 46 minutes.
Is there a height requirement for Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island?: No. Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island has no height requirement, so the whole family can ride.
Does Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island have Lightning Lane?: No. Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island does not offer Lightning Lane, so standby is the only line.

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