Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort Cabins

The Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort provide an idyllic setting for a family vacation. Nestled on 750 wooded acres of lush pine and cypress trees, the cabins provide all the comforts of home wrapped in a rustic, American Frontier theme. Time seems to slow down while you wander the quiet trails, and roaming ducks, deer and rabbits add to the sense that you are far away from the bustle of modern civilization. Due to the sprawling size of the Resort, consider renting a golf cart for additional ease when exploring the many amenities and activities available to Resort Guests.

You'll find lots to do within the Resort's spacious grounds. Seasonally, be sure to catch Mickey's Backyard BBQ Character Dining at the Fort Wilderness Pavilion. Explore the "backcountry" aboard a Segway personal transporter or stroll over to the Tri-Circle-D Ranch for carriage, wagon or horseback rides, or for younger Guests, pony rides. Nearby are Trail's End Restaurant and Crockett's Tavern—and the very popular Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue dinner show. For fun on the water, the marina at Bay Lake rents SeaRaycers, pontoon boats and other watercraft, and offers catch-and-release fishing expeditions.

Meadow Recreation Area's outdoor theater is home to the nightly Chip 'n' Dale "Sing-a-Long" and marshmallow roast, followed by a screening of a classic Disney movie. Other diversions abound as well: trails, tennis, volleyball, swimming, horseshoes, shuffleboard and archery—you can even rent bicycles at the Bike Barn. Grab essentials at the Resort's trading posts or a bite to eat at the deli.

Go for a dip at Meadow Swimmin' Pool or Wilderness Swimmin' Pool, serenely situated among towering trees. Ask a Cast Member about planned pool activities for children. Be sure to try out the water slide and hot tub at the Meadow Swimmin' Hole!

Enjoy wholesome family fun at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground with 45-minute guided trail rides on horseback or carriage through the scenic natural woodlands of Central Florida. Horse lovers can choose from an exciting array of outdoor activities at Tri-Circle-D Ranch. Home to Cinderella's Ponies and the majestic horses seen in Magic Kingdom Park, the ranch is conveniently located at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground.

Recreation

• Chip'n Dale's Campfire Sing-a-long - Gather 'round the campfire at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort with your nutty pals for songs and fun, then watch a classic Disney movie under the stars.
• Carriage Rides - Enjoy an intimate horse-drawn carriage ride for a 25-minute trip through Disney's Ft. Wilderness Resort & Campground. Each carriage can hold either 4 adults—or 2 adults and 3 small children. The trip costs $45 USD per carriage.
• Bay Lake Beach - Soak up the sun or kick up the sand on a white-sand beach along tranquil Bay Lake.
• Bike and Watercraft Rentals - Rent a bike and cruise around the wilderness. Or, spend time on Bay Lake in a pontoon boat, canopy boat or Sea Raycer. You can also sign up for professional waterskiing or wake boarding instruction at Sammy Duvall's Watersports Centre.
• Electric Water Pageant - This magical aquatic parade of multi-colored fish, turtles, whales and Americana like stars and flags drifts past Fort Wilderness beach at 9:45 p.m. nightly.

Dining

• Trail's End Restaurant - Trail's End Restaurant in Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground offers a bountiful buffet for pioneer dining during breakfast and dinner while serving a la carte style at lunch. Trail's End Restaurant's rustic décor is warmed by a pot-bellied stove. Beamed ceilings, split-log walls and a flagstone floor contribute to the home-on-the-range frontier feel. Located adjacent to Pioneer Hall in Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, a meal at Trail's End Restaurant is casual dining at its coziest! Due to vehicle restrictions, you may need to take either the boat or the internal bus at this Resort. Please allow enough time to travel to Trail's End Restaurant.
• Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue - Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue is an old-fashioned dinner show that includes foot-stompin' music, nostalgic comedy and an all-you-care-to-eat dinner at Pioneer Hall in Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. Get ready for good, ol' country fun! A long-time family favorite, the Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue is hosted in a rustic dance hall, with rousing Wild West dancing, singing, and zany vaudeville comedy. You never know what to expect from the high-spirited Claire de Lune, Johnny Ringo, Dolly Drew, Six Bits Slocum, Flora Long and Jim Handy. As the Pioneer Hall Players perform skits and early song standards, equally sassy Cast Members serve your countrified feast. Between laughs, chow down on pails of all-you-care-to-eat American favorites like fried chicken, smoked BBQ pork ribs, seasonal vegetable, baked beans, fresh baked corn bread and strawberry shortcake. Unlimited draft beer, wine, sangria and soft drinks are included for Guests 21 years of age or older (proper ID required). Celebrations are acknowledged in the show. Tickets are available for pick-up immediately after reservation has been confirmed online at any Walt Disney World Resort Guest Relations, Guest Service, or Resort Concierge desk. For same day box office pick-up, please arrive 40 minutes prior to show time.
• Mickey's Backyard BBQ - Mickey's Backyard BBQ Dinner Show is an all-you-care-to-eat Disney Character dance party with live entertainment at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. Frolic with Mickey, Minnie and Friends at this neighborly outdoor picnic in the middle of the covered, open-air Pavilion at Fort Wilderness. With foot-stomping music from a country-western band, line dancing, rope tricks and kid-friendly fun, you won't sit still for a second. Little ones can even dance a jig with their favorite Disney Characters on the dance floor! Celebrations are acknowledged in the show. Enjoy a delectable buffet featuring all your beloved country vittles: barbeque smoked ribs, smoked chicken, hamburgers, hotdogs with all the trimmings, corn on the cob, watermelon and more. Mickey's Backyard BBQ is a seasonal show that is offered on Thursdays and Saturdays from March through December.
• Crockett's Tavern - This outpost lounge offers pizza, nachos and specialties from a full-service bar.

Touring Tips

• Pick up Resort ID cards, a copy of the Fort Wilderness Gazette (containing activity information), brochures, Disney's Wilderness Resort maps and Theme Park maps. Guests also have the option to add charging privileges to their Resort IDs.
• After checking in at the Reception Outpost with its stately stone fireplace, head to your secluded Wilderness Cabin, which has convenient curbside parking. Each cabin is approximately 500 square feet and features recent updates like fresh paint and new carpeting, furniture and fixtures. All cabins have one bedroom, one full bath, living area, private patio, charcoal grill, picnic table and a fully equipped kitchen. Housekeeping even does your dishes!
• Cool off at the Meadow Swimmin' Hole. The pool area now features a wet play area for little ones, a new slide and a whirlpool spa. Ask a Cast Member about planned pool activities for children, Also, kids can climb, slide and play at outdoor activity areas and enjoy video and pinball games at 2 different arcades. Onsite babysitting and child care is available.
• One of 5 Disney Moderate Resort hotels, The Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort is near Magic Kingdom theme park; smoking is permitted only in designated outdoor smoking locations.
• Babysitting and child services are available at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort—keep your children having fun, even when you can't be there. Together with independent childcare provider Kids Nite Out, Disney's Fort Wilderness Resorts also offers one-to-one in-room babysitting. You can even reserve a childcare specialist to accompany you and your family during your visit to the Parks, providing a helping hand. Childcare is available for children ages 6 months to 12 years.

History

The name "Fort Wilderness" came from the fort on Tom Sawyer Island located at Disneyland Theme Park in Anaheim, California.