Fort Wilderness Archives

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Watch the New 'Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue' with Cultural Sensitivity Alterations, Full List of Changes to Show

June 24, 2022June 23, 2022

After being suspended due to COVID-19, “Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue” is back at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort after over two years. The experience has seen quite a few changes, some probably long-overdue. We already reported that they were no longer using their signature buckets to serve food. Here’s everything else that has been altered about the … Read more

'Aladdin: A Musical Spectacular' Actor Passes Away, Aerial Photos of Disney's Blizzard Beach Refurbishment, Halloween 2022 at Disneyland Announced, & More: Daily Recap (6/13/22)

June 13, 2022

We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Monday, June 13, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

Trail's End Restaurant and P & J's Southern Takeout Closed Due to Power Outage at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort

June 13, 2022

Trail’s End Restaurant and P & J’s Southern Takeout at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort are currently closed due to a power outage last night. All breakfast reservations at Trail’s End were canceled. A food truck with breakfast options was available to guests this morning. It’s possible the restaurants may remain closed for the entire day. … Read more

Half of Beach Closed at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort for Refurbishment

May 28, 2022

Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort has now closed half of their beach for a weeks-long refurbishment, as we reported last week. Cast Members cleared lounge chairs from the west side of the beach. Guests can still enjoy the lake view from a dock. Green scrim and images of trees block the beach from view. The scrim … Read more

Showtimes and Pricing Released for Return of 'Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue'

May 20, 2022

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“Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue” is finally returning to Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort on June 23, with reservations opening on May 26. Showtimes and pricing are now available. Guests are required to pay for their meal and the show ahead of time. The exact price depends on where you choose to sit. Category 1, the main floor, … Read more

Beach at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort Closing May 23 for Weeks-Long Refurbishment

May 19, 2022

The beach area of Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground will be closed starting Monday, May 23, 2022, for a refurbishment. The work will take place during daytime hours only, so guests may hear construction noises between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The refurbishment is expected to be completed, and the beach will reopen to … Read more

Walt Disney World Railroad Tunnel Expands Beneath TRON Lightcycle Run, ’Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue’ Returning to Pioneer Hall, & More: Magic Kingdom Photo Report 3/29/2022

March 31, 2022March 31, 2022

Royal Greetings and welcome to Magic Kingdom! Today’s selection of balloons on Main Street, U.S.A. 50th Anniversary Coach x Disney collection is still available at Uptown Jewelers. You can also find more of this pricey collection at the Coach store in Disney Springs. We headed over to Tomorrowland, and hopped on the PeopleMover for our … Read more

REVIEW: Updated Smokehouse Skillet & New Mason Jar Desserts at Trail’s End Restaurant Are a Solid Improvement at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort

March 22, 2022March 19, 2022

When Trail’s End Restaurant reopened last year without its signature buffet, we found the experience to be quite satisfactory, and were pleased with the dinner options. Now, the Fort Wilderness eatery has made a few changes to its menu, so we hiked on down to check it out! Menu Trail’s End Family-style Dinner is $29.99 … Read more

RUMOR: Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue to be Replaced with 'Bluegrass Music Act' at Pioneer Hall

March 15, 2022March 15, 2022

It is rumored that the beloved Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground will be replaced with a new performance simply being described as a “bluegrass music act.” UPDATE as of 4:30 p.m.: A Walt Disney World representative has reached out to WDWNT stating that this rumor is not true. Avery Maehrer … Read more

PHOTOS: New 50th Anniversary Checkers Tablecloth Game, Magnets & Patch Set Settle Down at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort

January 22, 2022

Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground is celebrating its 50th anniversary with unique new merchandise. Guests at the resort can now purchase a checkers game tablecloth and a set with a patch and magnets. Fort Wilderness Checkers Game Tablecloth – $79.99 The tablecloth includes wood slice checkers featuring Chip and Dale. The game area of the … Read more

Restricted Parking Beginning December 17 at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

December 16, 2021December 15, 2021

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Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground will be restricting parking from Friday, December 17 through Monday, January 3, 2022. Only the following groups will be able to park at the resort during this period: Registered Guests Guest with table service dining reservations Guests with recreation reservations as well as pony, trail, and sleigh rides Golden … Read more

PHOTOS: New 50th Anniversary Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground Playing Cards Now Available

November 2, 2021

Need a new set of cards for your camping trip? Then pick up this new 50th anniversary set now available at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. 50th Anniversary Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground Playing Cards – $14.99 This year also marks the 50th anniversary of Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground. On the front of … Read more

PHOTO: New 50th Anniversary Photo Frame Available at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort

October 31, 2021

Guests staying at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground can commemorate their stay with a new photo frame for the resort’s 50th anniversary. 50th Anniversary Fort Wilderness Photo Frame – $29.99 The frame fits a 5″ x 7″ or 4″ x 6″ photo. The back of it resembles a log cabin, with Chip and Dale standing … Read more

PHOTOS: New 50th Anniversary Loungefly Chip 'n' Dale Ear Headband and Mickey Ornament Exclusive to Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort

October 31, 2021

Walt Disney World is filling shelves across the resort with Christmas merchandise ahead of the holiday season. Now we are seeing more holiday and 50th anniversary items at Meadow Trading Post at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort. Loungefly Chip ‘n’ Dale Ear Headband – $39.99 This headband features Chip and Dale on either side. A pair … Read more

Holiday Sleigh Rides Returning to Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort on December 1

October 29, 2021

Guests will once again be able to enjoy a horse-drawn “sleigh” ride through the woodlands of Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort starting December 1. The sleigh rides will be available on select nights throughout the month of December. Each carriage fits up to four adults, or two adults and three small children. One trip is 25 … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 10/13/21 (Figment 50th Anniversary Pressed Penny, Fort Wilderness Offers Up Tasty Treats, 50th Vault Merchandise Takes Over Meadow Trading Post, and More)

October 15, 2021

Bonjour, Buenos días, Buon giorno, or however you choose to say good morning! Welcome to a beautiful day at Walt Disney World’s EPCOT! Prepare to travel around the world with us and discover all of the latest and greatest happenings. So let’s go ahead and jump in! It seemed like it was shaping up to … Read more