The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort vs Disney's All-Star Movies Resort

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort

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Value Magic Kingdom Resort Area
Disney's All-Star Movies Resort

Photo: Disney's All-Star Movies Resort

Value Animal Kingdom Resort Area
Alex Young
Alex Young
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At a Glance

Tier

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness

Value

All-Star Movies

Value

Area

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness

Magic Kingdom Resort Area

All-Star Movies

Animal Kingdom Resort Area

Transportation

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness

Boat, Bus

All-Star Movies

Bus

Table-Service Dining

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness

1 restaurant

All-Star Movies

None

Quick-Service Dining

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness

3 locations

All-Star Movies

2 locations

Pool Amenities

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness

Pool, Quiet Pool, fort-themed water play area, complete with their own toddler-friendly slides

All-Star Movies

Pool

Extended Evening Hours

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness

No

All-Star Movies

No

Top Highlight

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness

Most unique Disney resort experience with camping and cabin options

All-Star Movies

Lowest-cost way to stay on Disney property

Overview

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.

Disney's All-Star Movies Resort

A value resort built around classic Disney and Pixar film iconography, with themed sections such as Toy Story, Fantasia, and 101 Dalmatians.

Amenities

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort

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

Disney's All-Star Movies Resort

Recreation

  • Pool
  • movies under the stars
  • Playground
  • Arcade
  • Running Trail

Other

  • Gift Shop

Transportation

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort

  • Boat

    Magic Kingdom Park

  • Bus

    Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs

Disney's All-Star Movies Resort

  • Bus

    Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs

Pros

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort

  • 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

Disney's All-Star Movies Resort

  • Lowest-cost way to stay on Disney property
  • Fun Toy Story and Fantasia themed areas kids love
  • Free Disney bus transportation included
  • On-site perks like Early Entry and advance Lightning Lane booking
  • Fantasia pool is one of the best themed pools at the All Stars

Cons

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort

  • 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

Disney's All-Star Movies Resort

  • Smallest and most basic rooms at Walt Disney World (260 sq ft)
  • Bus service is frequently slow and unreliable
  • Some themed sections feel dated (Mighty Ducks, Herbie)
  • Food court quality is below other Value Resort food courts
  • Frequently hosts large school and youth sports groups

On-Site Dining

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort

  • Crockett's Tavern

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

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  • Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue

    Table Service

    American

    dinner

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  • Meadow Snack Bar

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

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  • Trail's End Restaurant

    Quick Service

    American

    breakfast

    View menu

Disney's All-Star Movies Resort

  • Silver Screen Spirits Pool Bar

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

    View menu
  • World Premiere Food Court

    Quick Service

    American

    breakfast

    View menu

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