Disney announced they are reducing the number of guests allowed to stay at campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort next year. Fort Wilderness Campsite Capacity Reduced Currently, up to 10 adults are allowed to stay at a single campsite. Beginning on January 1, 2026, up to 8 adults will be allowed. When booking The Campsites … Read more
With construction on the new Disney Lakeshore Lodge expected to be complete sometime in 2027, the project has been steadily increasing in scale with more floors and additional supports. Disney Lakeshore Lodge Construction Update Arriving at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort via boat, the work on Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge is clearly visible on the site of … Read more
Construction crews are making steady progress on the new Disney Lakeshore Lodge being built at Walt Disney World, and most of the structure’s fourth floor is now nearly complete. Disney Lakeshore Lodge Construction Update In our last construction update, we noted work beginning on a fourth floor of the new resort. It’s located along the … Read more
Miss the old cabins of Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort? Relive your memories with three of the former Fort Wilderness cabins now available on Airbnb. Fort Wilderness Cabins on Airbnb Airbnb Superhost Magical Sunshine Properties acquired the three cabins and set them up on a lot in Davenport, Florida, not far from Walt Disney World Resort. … Read more
Fort Wilderness at Walt Disney World Resort is renowned for its festive atmosphere, especially during the holiday season. The campsites are transformed into a winter wonderland, with guests going all out in decorating their sites. From sparkling lights to inflatable characters and personalized stockings, the resort’s guests embrace the holiday spirit in a way that’s … Read more
Howdy! It was a day of practicing patience at the Magic Kingdom this morning, but once you get used to the chaos there’s plenty to see including new merchandise, resorts, and park hopping. Magic Kingdom Morning Masses Usually my mornings are so early there’s hardly anyone there yet, but there is no getting ahead of … Read more
Christmas might be just around the corner, but two new Christmas-themed shirts have just arrived at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground. We found the two shirts in this collection at the Settlement Trading Post. Adult Camping for Christmas Shirt – $39.99 First, we found this adult, long-sleeved Christmas shirt. The shirt a bright Christmas-style … Read more
The Halloween golf cart parade has returned for 2024 to Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. For the annual event, guests rent or bring their own personal golf carts, decorated in Halloween “costumes,” often inspired by Disney Parks. 2024 Halloween Golf Cart Parade at Disney’s Fort Wilderness The parade kicks off with the non-golf-cart entry: … Read more
Happy Pin Tuesday! Today was another wonderful day in the Magic Kingdom ending with a relaxing walk through the Fort Wilderness Campgrounds. Magic Kingdom Good morning from the Transportation and Ticket Center (TTC)! Now, I have a confession: I lied. When I said I opt for boat transportation, I really meant when it isn’t before … Read more
A sewage backup in select loops of Fort Wilderness Resort at Walt Disney World has left areas unusable for guests for several days. Sewage Backup in the Street at Fort Wilderness During a visit to Fort Wilderness, we saw that loops 600-1,000 were blocked off with orange cones as murky sewage filled the road. This … Read more
The original 1974 cast of the Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue recently visited Pioneer Hall at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground in honor of the show’s 50th anniversary. Original Hoop-Dee-Doo Cast Reunites The Walt Disney World Cast and Community Facebook page shared photos of the original cast with the caption: “We recently honored the original 1974 … Read more
The Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort is celebrating 50 years. A new merchandise collection inspired by the show honors the occasion. The collection is available in Settlement Trading Post, located across from Pioneer Hall, the home of Hoop-Dee-Doo. There is a limit of five of one item per guest. The raglan shirt … Read more
On a recent visit to Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort, we saw considerable updates to the construction of the 350 new DVC cabins. DVC Cabins at Palmetto Update On our recent walk down the Palmetto path, we discovered that green paneling had been installed on a few of the DVC cabins. This gives each cabin the … Read more
Walt Disney World has adjusted its RV and golf cart policies for Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. Fort Wilderness Policy Updates RVs Policy Guests can rent an RV from one of several Disney Featured Providers. When renting, guests do not need to be present when the equipment is delivered to the resort. The provider will … Read more
As the opening date approaches, more of the new DVC cabins have arrived at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campgrounds. The 350 new cabins replace Fort Wilderness’ old log-style cabins. DVC Cabins at Palmetto There are two cabins visible off the Palmetto path, in loops 100 and 200. Though the original concept art for the … Read more
Disney filed new permits for updates to the Meadow Recreation Area at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. Fort Wilderness Meadow Recreation Area Construction The permits, filed with the South Florida Water Management District, indicate Disney will remove the beach volleyball court and disc golf area. In the space, they will build a new 5,530-square-foot … Read more
