The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort
Camp amid the magic of the great outdoors. Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground evokes the timeless beauty of the American frontier, with deer, rabbits, ducks and armadillos roaming the Resort’s 750 acres of pine and cypress forest. Discover charming woodland trails, spectacular pool areas and rip-roarin’ entertainment at this picturesque backcountry retreat.
Photo: The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort
Pros
- Most unique Disney resort experience with camping and cabin options
- Heavily wooded, peaceful and nature-focused atmosphere
- Boat service to Magic Kingdom and Disney's Contemporary Resort
- Chip n Dale's Campfire Singalong free nightly program for guests
- Pet-friendly accommodations available at campsites
Cons
- Getting to most other parks requires bus and often a transfer
- Campsites require camping gear and setup which not all guests want
- Very spread out resort, internal transportation buses are slow
- Cabins are expensive relative to other Moderate resort options
- Limited dining on-site, Hoop-Dee-Doo Revue is the main option
Amenities
Recreation
- Pool
- Quiet Pool
- fort-themed water play area, complete with their own toddler-friendly slides
- archery
- horseback riding
- charming woodland trails
- Campfire Program
- Arcade
- Playground
- Marina
- Volleyball
- Bike Barn and recreational paths for biking and walking
- Equipment available for fishing, canoes, and kayaks from Bike Barn
Other
- Laundry Facilities
- Child Care
- Trading Post shop at settlement area
Transportation
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Boat
Magic Kingdom Park
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Bus
Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs
On-Site Dining
4 restaurants at The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort
Community Discussions
- Fort Wilderness : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Fort Wilderness Campground Decorations r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Fort Wilderness Campground Policy Change r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Fort Wilderness Stay : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- What are your opinions on camping at Fort Wilderness? r/WaltDisneyWorld
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you get from Fort Wilderness Campsites to the theme parks?
You can take the boat to Magic Kingdom Park. For Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, and Disney Springs, you'll use Disney buses. That setup is usually easier than relying on buses for every park day.
What dining options are at Fort Wilderness Campsites?
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort has 4 on-site dining options. Sit-down options include Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue. Quick-service spots include Crockett's Tavern, Meadow Snack Bar, and Trail's End Restaurant.
What pool and recreation amenities does Fort Wilderness Campsites have?
The pool setup at Fort Wilderness Campsites includes Pool, Quiet Pool, and fort-themed water play area, complete with their own toddler-friendly slides. Beyond the pool area, you also have archery, horseback riding, charming woodland trails, Campfire Program, Arcade, Playground, Marina, Volleyball, Bike Barn and recreational paths for biking and walking, and Equipment available for fishing, canoes, and kayaks from Bike Barn.
Does Fort Wilderness Campsites have Extended Evening Theme Park Hours?
No. Extended Evening Theme Park Hours are reserved for deluxe and deluxe villa resorts. As a value resort, Fort Wilderness Campsites guests still get the standard 30-minute Early Entry benefit, but not the extra evening time.
Is Fort Wilderness Campsites a good fit for families with young kids?
Fort Wilderness Campsites is a solid fit for families, and the biggest reason is transportation. Fort Wilderness Campsites has boat access, which is usually easier with a stroller than depending on buses for every trip. Kid-friendly amenities include Pool, Quiet Pool, fort-themed water play area, complete with their own toddler-friendly slides, Arcade, and Playground. There is 1 on-site table-service option, which helps on nights when you do not want to leave the resort for dinner.
What are the biggest drawbacks of staying at Fort Wilderness Campsites?
The main trade-offs at Fort Wilderness Campsites are these: Getting to most other parks requires bus and often a transfer. Campsites require camping gear and setup which not all guests want. Very spread out resort, internal transportation buses are slow. Cabins are expensive relative to other Moderate resort options. Limited dining on-site, Hoop-Dee-Doo Revue is the main option.
Similar resorts
Other value tier resorts at Walt Disney World.
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