Discover Southern California's original theme park at Knott's Berry Farm — a beloved Buena Park institution delighting visitors since 1920, packed with first-class roller coasters, thrilling rides, family-friendly entertainment, and the irresistible boysenberry treats that have made this park a SoCal legend for over a century. Explore five themed areas spanning the Wild West of Ghost Town to the PEANUTS world of Camp Snoopy, tackle the longest wooden coaster on the West Coast, or let the kids meet Snoopy and the whole Peanuts gang — all in one extraordinary day at Southern California's most historically rooted theme park.
Key Highlights
- Take on GhostRider — the longest, tallest, and fastest wooden roller coaster on the West Coast
- Explore the authentic Ghost Town — a meticulously recreated 1880s Old West village with live entertainment, historical reenactments, horse-drawn carriages, and the iconic Timber Mountain Log Ride
- Meet Snoopy, Charlie Brown, and the whole PEANUTS gang in Camp Snoopy — the park's beloved family area packed with kid-friendly rides, shows, and meet-and-greet experiences
- Celebrate in Fiesta Village with colourful decorations, festive rides, and La Revolución
- Savour Knott's legendary boysenberry treats — from boysenberry pie and preserves to boysenberry funnel cakes
About Knott's Berry Farm Ticket
Knott's Berry Farm is Southern California's original theme park — a place that began as a humble roadside berry stand when Walter and Cordelia Knott moved to Buena Park in the 1920s to farm 20 acres of rented land. Through frost, drought, and the Great Depression, they built a tea room, a grocery, and a nursery — and the rest, as they say, is California theme park history. Today, Knott's Berry Farm is one of the most beloved and most characterful amusement parks in the United States, combining world-class thrill rides with a genuine sense of history and place that newer parks simply cannot replicate.
Five themed areas cover the full range of Knott's Berry Farm's extraordinary variety. Ghost Town is the park's historic heart — an authentic recreation of an 1880s Western mining town with live entertainment, historical reenactments, the Timber Mountain Log Ride, and the magnificent GhostRider wooden coaster roaring through the streetscape. Camp Snoopy is the park's PEANUTS-themed family world, where younger visitors can ride Sally's Swing Ride, Charlie Brown's Kite Flyer, and meet Snoopy, Lucy, Schroeder, and the whole gang in person. Fiesta Village brings the vibrant energy of Mexican-American culture to life with festive rides including La Revolución, Montezooma: The Forbidden Fortress, and the classic Jaguar! coaster. The Boardwalk area delivers classic seaside entertainment with coasters including Silver Bullet — the park's most beloved steel suspended looping coaster — and the new refurbished Montezooma. The California Marketplace outside the park gates is freely accessible to all visitors with its shops, restaurants, and the famous Knott's Berry Farm preserves store.
Knott's Berry Farm is also one of Southern California's most celebrated seasonal destinations — with the legendary Knott's Scary Farm Halloween event held every autumn since 1973, the joyful Knott's Merry Farm Christmas celebration, and Knott's Summer Nights with live bands, DJs, and fireworks lighting up the summer. The park is entirely cashless — Cash-to-Card kiosks are available throughout the resort. Book your Knott's Berry Farm ticket now on Thrillark and save up to 20%.
Five themed areas cover the full range of Knott's Berry Farm's extraordinary variety. Ghost Town is the park's historic heart — an authentic recreation of an 1880s Western mining town with live entertainment, historical reenactments, the Timber Mountain Log Ride, and the magnificent GhostRider wooden coaster roaring through the streetscape. Camp Snoopy is the park's PEANUTS-themed family world, where younger visitors can ride Sally's Swing Ride, Charlie Brown's Kite Flyer, and meet Snoopy, Lucy, Schroeder, and the whole gang in person. Fiesta Village brings the vibrant energy of Mexican-American culture to life with festive rides including La Revolución, Montezooma: The Forbidden Fortress, and the classic Jaguar! coaster. The Boardwalk area delivers classic seaside entertainment with coasters including Silver Bullet — the park's most beloved steel suspended looping coaster — and the new refurbished Montezooma. The California Marketplace outside the park gates is freely accessible to all visitors with its shops, restaurants, and the famous Knott's Berry Farm preserves store.
Knott's Berry Farm is also one of Southern California's most celebrated seasonal destinations — with the legendary Knott's Scary Farm Halloween event held every autumn since 1973, the joyful Knott's Merry Farm Christmas celebration, and Knott's Summer Nights with live bands, DJs, and fireworks lighting up the summer. The park is entirely cashless — Cash-to-Card kiosks are available throughout the resort. Book your Knott's Berry Farm ticket now on Thrillark and save up to 20%.
Inclusions
- Full-day general admission to Knott's Berry Farm
- Unlimited access to all included rides, attractions, live shows, and entertainment throughout the day
Insiders' Tips
Arrive 15 to 30 minutes before opening and head straight to GhostRider and Silver Bullet first — both attract the longest queues by midday. The park is entirely cashless — load a card or use the Cash-to-Card kiosks near the entrance before your first food stop. Boysenberry funnel cakes from the Cable Car Kitchen in Ghost Town are a rite of passage and not to be missed.
Additional Information
Operating Hours
Child Policy
Accessibility & Facilities
Restrictions
- operating from: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
Child Policy
- Guests aged 2 and under: free admission
- Guests aged 3 and above: standard admission applies
Accessibility & Facilities
- Strollers, wheelchairs, and electric scooters available for rental on a first-come, first-served basis near Ghost Town
- Baby-changing and nursing stations in the California Marketplace and Camp Snoopy
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the park
- ATMs located throughout the park
- The park is entirely cashless
Restrictions
- The park is entirely cashless
- Loose articles not permitted on rides
- Height and safety restrictions apply to individual rides
Cancellation Policy
- cancellations are non-refundable
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knott's Berry Farm?
Berry Farm is Southern California's original theme park — a Buena Park institution delighting visitors since 1920, with five themed areas, world-class roller coasters, PEANUTS character experiences, live entertainment, and the legendary boysenberry treats that have made it a SoCal icon for over a century. It is located approximately 25 miles south of Los Angeles and 5 miles from Disneyland.
What are the best roller coasters at Knott's Berry Farm?
The standout coasters are GhostRider — the longest, tallest, and fastest wooden coaster on the West Coast — and Silver Bullet, a suspended looping steel coaster delivering 55 mph inversions, loops, cobra rolls, and corkscrews. HangTime, Xcelerator, and the refurbished Montezooma: The Forbidden Fortress are also among the most thrilling rides in the park.
What is Ghost Town at Knott's Berry Farm?
Ghost Town is the historic heart of Knott's Berry Farm — an authentic recreation of an 1880s Western mining town with live entertainment, historical reenactments, horse-drawn carriages, the iconic Timber Mountain Log Ride, and GhostRider. It is the area that most captures the unique character and history of Knott's Berry Farm as Southern California's original theme park.
What is Camp Snoopy at Knott's Berry Farm?
Camp Snoopy is Knott's Berry Farm's beloved PEANUTS-themed family area — home to age-appropriate rides for younger visitors including Sally's Swing Ride and Charlie Brown's Kite Flyer, plus meet-and-greet experiences with Snoopy, Charlie Brown, Lucy, and the rest of the PEANUTS gang. It is consistently rated as one of the best family areas at any Southern California theme park.
What is the chaperone policy at Knott's Berry Farm?
Guests aged 15 and younger must be accompanied by a chaperone aged 21 or above after 4:00 PM to be admitted or remain in the park. The chaperone must present a valid government-issued photo ID with date of birth at ticket entry, and one chaperone may accompany a maximum of ten guests aged 15 and younger. This policy applies to all ticket holders and season pass holders.
What are the boysenberry treats at Knott's Berry Farm?
The boysenberry was developed on the original Knott farm and remains the signature flavour of the park — available as preserves, pies, funnel cakes, lemonade, ice cream, and a bewildering variety of other food items throughout the park and the California Marketplace. The boysenberry preserves from the marketplace and the boysenberry funnel cakes from Cable Car Kitchen in Ghost Town are the most iconic treats.
Is Knott's Berry Farm cashless?
Yes — the entire resort is cashless, with no cash accepted at the theme park, water park, parking, hotel, or California Marketplace. Cash-to-Card kiosks are available throughout the resort for visitors who arrive with cash.
What seasonal events does Knott's Berry Farm offer?
Knott's Berry Farm hosts some of the most celebrated seasonal events in Southern California — Knott's Scary Farm every autumn since 1973 (one of the longest-running Halloween events in the world), Knott's Merry Farm Christmas celebrations from November through January, the PEANUTS Celebration in spring, and Knott's Summer Nights with live bands, DJs, and fireworks from mid-June through September.
Do I need to book Knott's Berry Farm tickets in advance?
Advance booking is strongly recommended, particularly for summer weekends, school holidays, and the park's popular seasonal events when walk-up queues can be significant. Booking through Thrillark saves up to 20% on the standard rate with instant confirmation and your preferred visit date secured before you travel. Always check the official Knott's Berry Farm website for the most current operating calendar before your visit.
How do I get to Knott's Berry Farm from Los Angeles?
Knott's Berry Farm is at 8039 Beach Boulevard in Buena Park — approximately 25 miles south of Los Angeles via Interstate 5 or Beach Boulevard, with paid parking available on site. By public transport, OCTA Bus Routes 29 and 30 both serve Knott's Berry Farm from the wider Orange County transit network.
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