Complete Guide to the Fort Wilderness Campsites (w/review)

The Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort is a campground on Walt Disney World property located in the Magic Kingdom resort area.

You can also find the Cabins at Fort Wilderness on the same property and is home to the popular Hoop Dee Doo Revue.

This is a good option for those who either love camping or want to try something different than a hotel. 

Here’s everything you need to know about the Fort Wilderness Campsites.

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Pros and Cons

Pros: Pets are allowed (and there’s a leash-free dog park here), all campsites come with amenities (charcoal grill, picnic table, electricity and city water – full hookup sites also provide sewer), watercraft rentals available at marina, views of Electrical Water Pageant

Cons: Transportation can be confusing and take a long time, can be long walks to get to things within the campground area

Overview

The Fort Wilderness Campsites isn’t your typical campground, but one that ensures guests still experience that Disney magic.

From fully-equipped campsites, to pools, to golf cart rentals, to unique recreation and activities, to special dining, to unforgettable entertainment, the campsites provide all kinds of amenities. There’s even 750 acres of pine and cypress forest.

What makes the campsites even more special is that during special occasions camps will decorate (like for Halloween and Christmas). Some of them are quite impressive and elaborate!

As for the campsites, there are different types available. Keep reading for more details about the moderate resort.

Guest Rooms And Bathrooms

When it comes to rooms and bathroom, well, that all depends what kind of camping you’re doing.

There are five different types of campsites that accommodate tents and 45-foot and longer RVs, with a maximum of 10 guests per site. 

Each campsite comes with landscaping that provides privacy, water, cable television, electrical hookups, picnic table, and a charcoal grill. Most campsites also have a sewer hook-up and even permit pets. Other amenities include free WiFi and a safe deposit box (upon request).

Here are the campsites and what they accommodate:

Premium Campsite

• Room for larger style RV
• Accommodates equipment on a concrete pad up to 18 feet by 60 feet
• Sewage hook-up

Preferred Campsite

• Room for an RV plus a small tent
• Accommodates equipment on a concrete pad up to 10 feet by 45 feet
• Sewage hook-up
• Close to the Marina

Full Hook-Up Campsite

• Room for an RV plus a tent
• Accommodates equipment on a concrete pad up to 10 feet by 50 feet
• Sewage hook-up

Tent or Pop-Up Campsite

• Room for a pop-up camper or a camper van-type vehicle, and up to 2 tents
• Accommodates equipment on a concrete pad up to 10 feet by 25 feet

Premium Meadow Campsite

• Room for larger style RV
• Accommodates equipment on a concrete pad up to 18 feet by 60 feet
• Sewage hook-up
• Proximity to Meadow Trading Post, Meadow Recreation Area, Bike Barn, and Campfire Area

Pet-Friendly Policy

As previously mentioned, the Campsites are pet-friendly, but there are certain conditions that must be met. 

First and foremost, you must keep pets on a handheld leash that is 8 feet or shorter. When not on a leash, pets must be confined inside a climate-controlled vehicle. Note: pets are not permitted in tents and pop-up campers.

Those who have pet privileges are allowed to take dogs to play at the Waggin’ Trails Dog Park, an off-leash area, or walk them on the several on-leash trails. There’s also day and overnight kennel care at Best Friends Pet Care located on property.

There is a $5 per-night pet fee for those who bring their pets to the Campsites.

Checking In And Out

There are a few options for checking in and checking out when staying at the Campsites. There is a Reception Outpost, but rather than going inside to check-in, guests with RVs or tents will register at one of the drive-through windows at the Outpost.

Those staying at the Campsites can also use online check-in through the official Walt Disney World website or via the My Disney Experience app.

Online check-in also allows guests to request their preference of camping loop, but a request isn’t guaranteed. You can also speak with Front Desk Services. During registration, guests will be directed to their designated campsite.

Currently, guests will automatically be checked out. But, if you have unresolved charges to your hotel folio, you’ll need to visit the front desk in the Reception Outpost.

Note: Guests also have the option of to chat virtually with resort Cast Members via MDE for any assistance. 

The pickup and dropoff location for Mears Connect (which is the replacement for Magical Express) and bus transportation are out front at the Outpost Depot near the Reception Outpost. Be sure to check with the resort to see if luggage storage services are available.

Note: Resort Airline Check-In and Magical Express are no longer available.

Package Delivery & Pick Up

You can have packages and groceries delivered to your Disney Resort hotel, along with shipping select items home.

Here’s everything you need to know about having packages delivered and picking them up.

Grocery Delivery

You can have groceries delivered directly to your Disney Resort hotel. Dry-good storage and refrigerated storage are offered (subject to availability).

Important: a $6 fee will be charged to your room account for each grocery delivery order brought to your room by Bell Services or Luggage Assistance. Or, you can pick up these deliveries yourself from Bell Services or Luggage Assistance — at no charge.

Select items will need to be picked up in person, like alcohol. Most grocery delivery services require an individual of age to sign for alcohol and to show valid identification. Disney Resort hotels will not accept these types of orders on behalf of you.

Resort Hotel Delivery (temporarily unavailable)

If you’re staying at a Disney Resort hotel, you can have park souvenirs delivered to your hotel instead of carrying them around with you all day.

Just tell the Cast Member at checkout that you want your purchase delivered to your hotel. You’ll usually pick up these items at your hotel’s gift shop (a Cast Member should tell you the designated pick-up location).

Home Delivery

In-park purchases can also be shipped to your home via UPS or FedEx for an additional fee.

Sending and Receiving Mail

Sending Mail

You can mail postcards, letters, and packages from the theme parks and select Disney Resort hotels.

Letter and Postcards
Postcards and letters with postage already applied can be mailed from any mail box located throughout the theme parks and at the Front Desk of Disney Resort hotels.

Packages
You can ship pre-packed, pre-labeled packages at the Front Desk or Concierge desk of most Disney Resort hotels. Hotels that include an onsite Business Center, including Disney’s Contemporary Resort and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, can also ship packages for you.

Regular shipping and handling fees will apply.

Purchasing Postage
Postage stamps are available for purchase at various gift shops including:

• Art of Disney (Epcot)
• Celebrity 5 & 10 (Hollywood Studios)
• Disney Springs Welcome Center (Disney Springs)
• Disney Traders (Epcot)
• Garden Gate Gifts (Animal Kingdom)
• Heritage Manor (Epcot)
• Main Street Chamber of Commerce (Magic Kingdom)
• Mickey’s Gift Station (Transportation and Ticket Center)
• Mickey’s of Hollywood (Hollywood Studios)
• Movieland Memorabilia (Hollywood Studios)
• Newsstand (Magic Kingdom)
• The Outpost Shop (Animal Kingdom)
• Sundries (Disney Springs)

Receiving Mail

If you’re staying at a Disney Resort hotel, you can receive mail throughout your stay. Occasionally, some guests will ship items in advance of their vacation to help save luggage space.

If you want to receive mail during your vacation, be sure the letter or package:

• Includes the mailing address of your Disney Resort Hotel
• Clearly features the word “Guest” on the front and the date of your arrival

Important: a $6 per package handling fee will apply to all packages that are received through the Front Desk or are delivered to your Disney Resort hotel room.

Parking

Parking is available at the Campsites, but it’s works a bit differently than a resort, especially since you will park at your campsite rather than in an actual parking lot.

Each campsite has one complimentary parking space for one motorized vehicle. 

Complimentary standard self-parking is available for non-resort guests exploring dining, shopping, entertainment, and other experiences during the day.

We have a complete Walt Disney World parking guide you can also check out.

Amenities And Shops

There are several amenities offered to guests at the Campsites, including an arcade, a gift shop, and on-site laundry services.

Important note: Some of the following amenities might not be available at all times.

• Laundry Services: Self-service laundry facilities are available at Comfort Stations.
• Dry Cleaning Services: For dry cleaning and valet laundry service, select “Housekeeping” on a Comfort Station phone.
• Meadow Trading Post: Here you’ll find souvenirs, basic groceries, camping supplies, sundries, and also movie rentals. 
• Settlement Trading Post: You can pick up groceries, supplies, and souvenirs here. 
• Childcare Services: In-room babysitting for children 6 months to 12 years old.

Pools And Recreation

There are two pools available for guests, along with plenty of recreational activities to choose from.

Important note: Some of the pools and recreation options might not be available at all times.

The pools available and their locations:

• Meadow Swimmin’ Pool: The pool has a 67-foot-long corkscrew waterslide. There are hangouts for both adults and children, including a whirlpool spa and a fort-themed water play area for the little ones. There’s also a snack and refreshment shop nearby.
• Wilderness Swimmin’ Pool: This is an all-ages leisure pool with a whirlpool spa. .

As for activities, there are a lot of choices, including:

• Davy Crockett’s Wilderness Arcade (at Pioneer Hall)
• Daniel Boone’s Wilderness Arcade (near Meadow Swimmin’ Pool)
• Wagon Rides
• Pony Rides
• Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides
• Fishing
• Motorized Boat Rentals
• Bike Rentals
• Canoe Rentals
• Kayak Rentals
• Basketball Courts
• Jogging Trails
• Volleyball
• Playgrounds

Some of the bigger activities are:

• Fort Wilderness Archery Experience: Those 7 years old and up will learn how to hold and fire a compound bow. The session is 75-minutes and costs $45.
• Tri-Circle-D Ranch: A full-blown ranch that offers several experiences (some cost extra), including wagon rides, pony rides, and horse-drawn carriage rides.
• Chip ‘N’ Dale’s Campfire Sing-A-Long: Roast marshmallows and sing around the campfire with Chip ‘n’ Dale. 
• Wilderness Back Trail Adventure: You can explore the resort — on a Segway! This is for adults (16 years and older) and is priced at $90 per person.

How to get from Fort Wilderness to anywhere at Disney World

There are two main forms of transportation available at the Campsites: Walt Disney World buses and Disney Water Transportation. Regarding the latter, water transportation will take guests to Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, and Disney’s Contemporary Resort.

Depending on crowds and the time, the water taxi serves up great views of the Seven Seas Lagoon. Plus, at night, you might even pass by the Electrical Water Pageant on your way back to the campsites.

As for buses, the Outpost Depot is the main bus depot that will take guests to theme parks, water parks, Disney Resort hotels, and the Disney Springs area. There’s also a complimentary bus that will take guests from the cabins and campsites to the Settlement for dinner shows, groceries, and the beach, and to the Meadow Recreation Area for swimming, arcade games, and canoe and bike rentals.

You can see all of the different ways to get from the Campsites to anywhere at Disney World below.

Dining options at Fort Wilderness

There are several dining options, including both Quick and Table Service options available at Fort Wilderness. You can read more about the dining options below.

Quick Service

P & J’s Southern Takeout

This is a grab and go style restaurant with several stations that serve burgers, barbecue, Mickey waffles, fried chicken, salads, and more.

Location type: Food Court
Type of food: American
Meals served: Breakfast, lunch, & dinner

• On the Disney Dining Plan? Yes, 1 Quick Service credit
• Pros: Tasty entrees and family meals available, mobile ordering in My Disney Experience available
• Cons:  Limited seating

The Chuck Wagon

This is a food truck style location that serves a limited dinner menu out of an RV.

Location type: Food Truck
Type of food: American
Meals served: Dinner

• On the Disney Dining Plan? Yes, 1 Quick Service credit
• Pros: Variety of menu options that appeal to many
• Cons:  No indoor seating

Table Service

Trail’s End Restaurant

This is a frontier themed restaurant serving an all-you-care-to-enjoy family-style breakfast and dinner menu.

Location type: Casual Dining
Type of food: American
Meals served: Breakfast & dinner

• On the Disney Dining Plan? Yes, 1 Table Service credit
• Pros: One of the most well-liked restaurants for its delicious food, affordable prices and friendly service
• Cons:  Difficult to get to unless you’re staying at Ft. Wilderness

Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue

An all-you-care-to-enjoy dinner and show featuring music and comedy and lots of crowd interaction.

Location type: Dinner Show
Type of food: American
Meals served: Dinner

• On the Disney Dining Plan? Yes, 2 Table Service credits
• Pros: 1 of the most popular things to do at Disney World, this restaurant combines a funny show with family-style down home food, drinks are unlimited (including beer, wine and sangria for people 21+)
• Cons:  Expensive, usually books up pretty far in advance, somewhat difficult to get to (easiest way is by boat from Magic Kingdom), prices vary by category and time of year

Everything Else

If you want to grab a beverage to drink by the pool or while you’re hanging at the resort, you may want to try the outdoor bar.

Meadow Snack Bar

Location type: Pool Bar
Type of food: A pool bar that serves both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and snacks

• On the Disney Dining Plan? Yes, 1 Quick Service Credit
• Pros:  Good spot to grab a quick meal and drink
• Cons: Limited drink menu

Crockett’s Tavern

Location type: Outdoor Lounge
Type of food: An outdoor bar that serves both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and snacks

• On the Disney Dining Plan? Yes, 1 Quick Service Credit
• Pros:  Familiar bar food available here like nachos and wings, alcoholic drinks (including Yuengling) are an option, indoor and outdoor seating
• Cons: Menu is limited

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