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How can I book a room at Fort Wilderness?
To book a room,
click here.
Where is Fort Wilderness?
It is located in the Magic Kingdom resort area, on the banks
of Bay Lake.
What is the difference between the Resort and Campground?
The Campground part features 784 campsites for tents and recreational
vehicles of all sizes. Campsites are secluded from adjoining sites
by trees and other natural surroundings and are conveniently located
near air-conditioned comfort stations with restrooms, private showers,
laundry facilities, ice dispensers and pay telephones.
The 406 Wilderness Cabins are an option for guests who enjoy the
great outdoors but prefer hotel suite-type accommodations. These
luxury cabins, located throughout the pine-filled forest, sleep
six and offer many of the comforts of home.
What will I find in my Wilderness Cabin?
Each log cabin is air-conditioned and features a master bedroom,
separate sitting area, fully equipped kitchen and private patio
deck with a charcoal grill and picnic table. The bedroom provides
a full-size bed and twin-size bunk beds. The adjacent sitting area
features vaulted ceilings, comfortable furniture, a full size, pull-down
bed, color cable television, VCR, telephone and a spacious oval
dining table. The cabin is stocked with many "home-away-from-home"
amenities such as appliances, linens, dishes and cooking utensils.
However, guests can leave all the housework at home - daily housekeeping
service is provided to all Wilderness Cabins.
How many people can the Cabins accomodate?
Each Wilderness Cabin can accommodate up to six people, plus one
child under three in a fold-away crib.
What will I find at my campsite?
Campsites are equipped with 115/220-volt electrical outlets, a charcoal
grill, water, a picnic table, a waste container and, in most cases,
a sanitary disposal hook-up. Camping in our preferred loops also
includes cable T.V. access (must provide own cable or may be purchased
at Settlement or Meadow Trading Post.)
Just down the trail, you'll find an air-conditioned Comfort Station
equipped with private showers, an ice dispenser, laundry facilities,
public and house phones and restrooms, open 24 hours (except the
laundry room). Comfort Stations and Laundry Rooms require key card
entry during certain hours.
Where are the best room locations?
Loops 100 & 200 are nearest to Pioneer Hall & Bay Lake.
Loops 2400-2700, & 1300-1500 are nearest to the pools. Loops
800-1000 are nearest Meadow Trading Post. Loops 600, 800-1300, 1600-1900
are full hookup sites. Loops 1500 & 2000 are partial hookup
sites.
What happens at check-in?
You'll receive your room key (plastic card), a small 'guidebook',
park maps, and a copy of the 'Gazette' the resort's newsletter.
You'll also have the option of leaving credit card details so that
you can charge anything you purchase during your stay to your room
card.
Are there childcare facilities?
No, there are no onsite childcare facilities. Kindercare offers
in-room babysitting. Reservations should be made 24 hours in advance.
Call 407-827-5444.
Is there a games arcade?
Davy Crockett Wilderness Arcade is located at Pioneer Hall, and
open daily from 7:00am to 12:00 midnight.
Daniel Boone's Wilderness Arcade is located next to the Meadow Swimmin'
Pool, and open daily from 7:30am to 10:00pm.
Is there a character meal?
No, there are no character meals at Fort Wilderness.
However, you will find characters at Mickey's
Backyard BBQ, held seasonally.
What is the Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue?
A nightly dinner show at Pioneer Hall. Features all-you-care-to-eat
homestyle "fixin's" and a foot-stompin', handclappin'
Western revue. Show times 5:00, 7:15 & 9:30pm. For advance tickets
call 407-939-3463.
How do I get to the Hoop-Dee-Doo Revue?
Board the bus at any bus stop to the Settlement bus stop. When exiting,
proceed to Pioneer Hall. Ticket pick-up is on the left and the show
takes place in the center of the building.
Where can I get refillable mugs?
They are available at Trail's End.
Where can I find Disney transportation?
Buses go to the four main parks, Downtown Disney & TTC.
For other destinations change at Downtown Disney or TTC.
Boat transportation to the Magic Kingdom is located at the Marina.
Transportation begins 1/2 hour prior to park opening and continues
through the park's closing.
Internal buses (Chip & Dale) & electric golf carts
(to rent) within campground.
Can I park at Pioneer Hall?
There is no parking at Pioneer Hall. Fort Wilderness provides bus
transportation to Pioneer Hall. There is 15-minute parking at the
Meadow Trading Post for your shopping convenience.
Can I drive my car to locations within Fort Wilderness,
and where do I park?
No, motor traffic is permitted when entering and exiting the campground
only. Please board the bus for all destinations within the Campground.
Parking is permitted for one vehicle at your campsite or Wilderness
Cabin; additional parking is available at Front Desk.
Where can I rent a golf cart?
At the Bike Barn, located behind Meadow Trading Post. Golf carts
can be reserved up to one year in advance by calling 407-824-2742.
Where are the nearest ATM locations?
In the lobby are of Pioneer Hall.
Where can I make dining priority seating arrangements or purchase
tickets?
Priority seating for most Walt Disney World restaurants can be made
by touching the WDW DINE button on your in-room phone or by visiting
Guest Services. Theme Park tickets are available at either the front
desk or Guest Services.
What dining options are available?
Trail's End Restaurant - located next to Pioneer Hall.
Bountiful Breakfast Buffet each morning 7:30 - 11:00am.
Bunches of Lunch Buffet 12:00pm - 2:30pm.
Down-Home Dinner Buffet. Friday and Saturday 4:30pm - 10:00pm. Sunday
through Thursday 4:30pm - 9:30pm.
Crockett's Tavern - serves up the best drinks in the wilderness.
Located right smack dab in the middle of the settlement next to
Trail's End Restaurant. Appetizers and pizzas also available. Serving
4:00pm - 10:00pm.
Is pizza delivery available?
There is no in-room pizza delivery. Pizza is available as a take-out
item from the Trail's End Restaurant nightly from 4:30 to 10:00pm.
Where can I buy groceries?
Groceries and supplies can be purchased at the Meadow and Settlement
Trading Posts.
Is there a swimming pool?
Adult and children's pools are at the 'Ol Swimmin' Hole and Wilderness
Pool.
What time is the pool open?
Open daily 24 hours.
Can I play tennis at the Resort?
Yes, you can enjoy a leisurely game of tennis at one of the two
lighted tennis courts located next to the Swimmin' Hole. Equipment
rentals available during Bike Barn operating hours.
Are bikes available to hire?
Yes, Mongoose bicycles are available to rent at the Bike Barn. Horseshoes
and shuffleboard sets are also available for rental.
Surrey bikes are available for rental at Fort Wilderness Marina.
Where can I rent a boat?
Boat rentals for Mercury WaterMouse boats and SunTracker pontoon
boats are available at the marina next to the Settlement Trading
Post. Canoes and paddle boats are available at the Bike Barn.
What will I find at Tri-Circle-D Ranch?
Located next to the Petting Farm, near Pioneer Hall. Home of the
sturdy Percheron and Belgian draft horses that pull the streetcars
down Main Street, USA daily in the Magic Kingdom Park. Also featured
is a genuine blacksmith shop and "Smithy," who maintains
the horseshoe needs of the Fort Wilderness Trail Ride horses and
streetcar teams. Open daily for spectators and photographers.
Where is the Petting Farm?
Located between Pioneer Hall and the Tri-Circle-D Ranch, featuring
lovable and pettable goats, ducks and other small critters. Pony
rides daily. Open daily from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
What is the Campfire Program?
Gather round the fire, sing along with Chip 'n Dale and
watch a classic Disney movie behind the Meadow Trading Post. Hot
Dogs, popcorn, snacks, candies, s'mores and refreshments make for
a rip roarin' time.
Call 407-824-2727 for show times and movie schedule.
If it rains, a 'Porch Jam' sing-a-long takes place at the
Meadow Swimmin' Hole.
Where can I go horseback riding?
Hit the trail at Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground for a gentle
ride through scenic surroundings. Call 407-939-7529 for reservations
and information.
What is the wagonride?
Departing nightly from Pioneer Hall, for a 45 minute excursion through
the wilderness.
It begins boarding each evening at 6:45pm and 9:15pm. The wagonride
departs once the wagon is full.
Is there a jogging trail?
Winding across 2.3 miles of paved and dirt paths, the Fort Wilderness
Exercise Trail offers a challenge for those desiring a brisk walk
or a high speed workout in a beautiful woodland setting.
Are there any shops at the Resort?
Yes, the Meadow Trading Post and Settlement Trading Post. Both supply
souvenirs, groceries, camera supplies, sundries, film developing,
newspapers, postage stamps, beer and wine. Meadow Trading Post also
supplies propane tanks and camping supplies.
What time is check-in?
Normal check-in time is after 1:00pm for campsites, and after 3pm
for Wilderness Cabins. For early travellers, every effort will be
made to get you settled in as soon as possible.
What time is check-out?
Check-out time is before 11:00am. Later check out may be requested.
Express check-out is available to guests with American Express,
MasterCard, Visa, Disney Credit Card, Discover, Diners Club or JCB.
Where do I get...?
Extra pillows, & blankets, bed rails, baby cribs, handicap aids,
extra hangers, towels, refrigerators, coffeemakers, or any other
sundry items are available from Housekeeping.
Where do I find the ice machines?
Ice is available at the Meadow and Settlement Trading Posts and
at the Comfort Stations.
Is there a dry-cleaning/laundry service?
Laundry bags and laundry lists are located in the closet of each
Wilderness Cabin. Contact housekeeping for a bag for the Campsite.
One day service is available if received by 8:30am and will be returned
by 7:00pm.
Are pets allowed onsite?
Certain sites are designated for guests with pets. Only seeing-eye
dogs or assist dogs are permitted in cabins. Availability is limited.
For your pet's safety and comfort, a kennel is provided at the front
of the Resort.
Is luggage assistance available?
Yes, through Bell Services. When you arrive at the resort, someone
from Bell Services will assist you to your room with your luggage.
When you are ready to leave, just touch the LUGGAGE/VALET SERVICE
button on the in-room phone. Gratuity not included.
If I use the package delivery service in the parks, where do
I pick them up?
If you shop at any merchandise location at the Magic Kingdom Park,
Epcot, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, or
the Downtown Disney area, and choose to have your packages delivered
back to your resort, they can be picked up the following day at
the Meadow Trading Post.
Does the Resort have wheelchairs available for guest use?
Yes, a limited number of wheelchairs are available at Guest Services.
There is no charge, but a credit card guarantee may be required.
A limited number or wheelchairs and motorized wheelchairs are available
to rent at the theme parks.
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