Selfie sticks were banned at Disneyland in 2015 due to concerns about safety. The problem was that visitors were using selfie sticks even during rides, ignoring signs and admonitions from Disneyland staff, creating a hazard.

Disneyland officially banned selfie sticks in 2015 primarily due to significant safety and operational concerns. Before the ban, multiple incidents occurred where guests extended these metal rods while on high-speed attractions, such as California Screamin', causing the rides to be emergency-stopped for safety inspections. This led to massive delays and potential hazards for both riders and cast members. Beyond ride safety, the sticks became a nuisance in crowded walkways, obstructing views during parades and fireworks, and posing a physical tripping hazard. Disney's policy now categorizes them as prohibited items alongside skateboards and drones. If you bring one to the security checkpoint today, you will be asked to return it to your car or hotel. The ban is strictly enforced to maintain the "show quality" and safety of the guest experience, ensuring that magical moments aren't interrupted by a stray telescopic pole in someone's line of sight.