The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort vs Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
Photo: The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort
Photo: Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
At a Glance
| The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness | All-Star Sports | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Value | Value |
| Area | Magic Kingdom Resort Area | Animal Kingdom Resort Area |
| Transportation | Boat, Bus | Bus |
| Table-Service Dining | 1 restaurant | None |
| Quick-Service Dining | 3 locations | 2 locations |
| Pool Amenities | Pool, Quiet Pool, fort-themed water play area, complete with their own toddler-friendly slides | Pool |
| Extended Evening Hours | No | No |
| Top Highlight | Most unique Disney resort experience with camping and cabin options | First bus stop on the shared All Star loop so buses fill here first |
Tier
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness
ValueAll-Star Sports
ValueArea
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness
Magic Kingdom Resort AreaAll-Star Sports
Animal Kingdom Resort AreaTransportation
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness
Boat, BusAll-Star Sports
BusTable-Service Dining
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness
1 restaurantAll-Star Sports
NoneQuick-Service Dining
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness
3 locationsAll-Star Sports
2 locationsPool Amenities
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness
Pool, Quiet Pool, fort-themed water play area, complete with their own toddler-friendly slidesAll-Star Sports
PoolExtended Evening Hours
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness
NoAll-Star Sports
NoTop Highlight
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness
Most unique Disney resort experience with camping and cabin optionsAll-Star Sports
First bus stop on the shared All Star loop so buses fill here firstOverview
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 Sports Resort
A value resort near Disney's Animal Kingdom with oversized sports theming across baseball, football, basketball, surfing, and tennis sections.
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 Sports Resort
Recreation
- Pool
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail
Other
- Gift Shop
Transportation
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort
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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
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
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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 Sports Resort
- First bus stop on the shared All Star loop so buses fill here first
- Very affordable rates, often under $150 per night with discounts
- Includes on-site perks like Early Entry and free Disney transportation
- Refurbished rooms are a significant upgrade from the original design
- Large Surf's Up pool accommodates big crowds well
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 Sports Resort
- Frequently hosts youth athletic tournaments creating noise and crowds
- Decidedly early-90s feel in the lobby with faded athlete photos
- Food court quality is consistently below expectations
- No Skyliner or monorail, bus-only transportation to parks
- Common areas can be very loud especially at night
On-Site Dining
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort
Community Discussions
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort
- 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
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
- All star movies, music, or sports? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- All Star Sports - Expectations & What to Do? r/WaltDisneyWorld
- All star sports vs Coronado : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- All Stars Sports opinions? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- What the heck is going on at all stars? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
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