Reviews of Fort Wilderness Campground

Reviews

33

Rating

8.7 / 10

Recommended By

85%



Reviewed by MountainstoMagic Review Date: 06/24/2022

Rating: (9)
Recommended

Fort Wilderness is a wonderful, different Disney experience! The campground is huge - there are 3 internal bus routes to get you wherever you need to go, and they are so frequent that it's a viable alternative if you aren't lucky enough to get a golf cart reservation (we were not.) Boat transportation to Magic Kingdom was fast, fun, and different! This resort felt busier mid-day than other Disney resorts - pools were consistently busy but not terribly so. Dining options are great here (P&Js is especially convenient with mobile order), be advised the Meadow Pool food location closes at 6 if you want dinner. There are very limited grocery options available in the store, so if you want to do some of your own cooking in your RV, don't count on that as an option. The comfort stations in each loop are so handy -I used the laundry facilities in ours (2100)- they were clean, accepted card payment for machines and soap, and had QR codes to scan to let you know when your laundry was finished. The Tri Circle D Ranch is amazing, we did the 8am trail ride and it was such a relaxing start to the day. Totally fine for beginners, they teach you everything you need to know and the horses are so well trained. All in all this was a great visit to a new resort for us and we will definitely be back!

Pros:

Different experience, cost is lower, excellent transportation system.

Cons:

Limited camping sundries and groceries, large resort to navigate
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Reviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 06/14/2022

Rating: (3)
Not Recommended

Bathrooms were something you expect from a semi run down camp site located next to a swamp. Muggy! Tile falling off the wall and being held up by masking tape. Shower stall door hinges broken. Shower valves inoperative or delivered only cold water. Drain smelled as if the sewage from septic tank backing up into shower area. Toilet seats covered with feces. Toilet paper all over the floor. Sinks covered with left over tooth paste and other individuals phlegm. I have been in worse, but I did not pay this much money to indulge in it. I have been in state parks that were overall much cleaner than this park. I would not recommend this park to people anymore. If they insist to experience Fort Wilderness, I would caution them to temper their expectations. I have camped here before and had a much nicer experience than this past one.

Pros:

It is maybe a good place to bring grandchildren in a semi safe environment. There are two fire pits for smores with an outdoor movie theater.

Cons:

Golf carts do not necessarily follow rules of the road. They are driven by children and drunks. Driving down the wrong side of the road appears to be the norm for many. It is apparent disney bus drivers and support staff are at their wits end with the golf carts. Also: Lets sell unlimited booze on the pool deck. What could possibly go wrong?
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Reviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 06/13/2022

Rating: (10)
Recommended

Loved the campground. My kids love to camp so we decided to do something fun while also enjoying Disney!

Pros:

Clean!

Cons:

Very spread out
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Reviewed by Hodsonfamilyof5 Review Date: 03/17/2022

Rating: (9)
Recommended

We love taking the RV and Fort Wilderness is a family favorite. We love the laid back atmosphere and the friendliness of all the other campers. Unfortunately it's a really long drive from the west coast so we don't get to do it often. But we have very fond memories of Fort Wilderness. So much so that on our next trip we're staying at the cabins!

Pros:

The relaxed atmosphere, the convenience of the boats, the trading posts, and the food!

Cons:

Internal bus system adds time.
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Reviewed by TotallySophia Review Date: 02/24/2022

Rating: (10)
Recommended

We stay at the campground often in our motorhome with our 2 golden retrievers. All the cast members are great, especially Victor at Crockett’s Tavern! There are so many activities here that most of our trips don’t even include visiting the parks. There’s wildlife everywhere and we love riding in our golf cart looking at everyone’s decorations. The holidays here are like no other!

Pros:

Seeing the horses at Tri Circle D Ranch. Large dog park. Magic Kingdom fireworks from the beach

Cons:

Can be pricey. Difficult to get around without a bike or golf cart (although internal bus transportation is reliable)
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Reviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 01/26/2022

Rating: (1)
Not Recommended

Do not do it. Worst case experience ever. No one cares about you. You are just another bus stop and that is it

Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Everything is horrible, from service to experience to caring they thing you are the worst.
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Reviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 01/07/2022

Rating: (10)
Recommended

My favorite resort! My son and I come at Christmas and it’s beautifully decorated for holidays. We even bring our own lights for our cabin and a small tree for inside the cabin. Its the perfect setting to feel at home for Christmas but with magic kingdom just a short boat ride away The quick service and table service food is some of my favorite at DW. The staff is incredible. We just got home from our second Christmas at the fort. Daryl in the golf cart center made us feel like family returning. He is such an asset to Disney. I live in texas and I wish I could hire him to work in my office. I highly recommend Fort Wilderness!

Pros:

Can park right at your cabin, outdoor grills and picnic tables at your cabin, easy boat ride to MK, delicious restaurants, several pools, can save money by cooking in room, incredibly friendly staff, especially Daryl in golf cart center. 2 grocery stores, can decorate your cabin during the holidays

Cons:

Need to rent golf cart ( but not actually a con because the golf cart minimizes walking so much)
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Reviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 09/23/2021

Rating: (3)
Not Recommended

It is supposed to be one of the top 10 campgrounds in the U.S but it is far from it. We have stayed at state parks that are nicer that this. We paid for a premium site. It was not. It was about 15 feet from our awning to the the next camper. The pad was covered in algae and extremely slick. The road going thru the loop is very narrow. It is also very noisy in the campground. I would not recommend it. The workers either don’t speak or are rude. Without a golf cart you cannot get around the area.

Pros:

None

Cons:

This campground is for people that are looking for a place to stay close to the attractions. Highly overpriced.
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Reviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 08/22/2021

Rating: (10)
Recommended

This is my absolute FAVORITE resort! I stayed here twice in 2021. There’s so much to do here! I love the trail rides. You have to be at least 9 years of age to ride. A golf cart is a must! A loop to request is loop 100. I never got to stay here but it’s near the Settlement. The food here is amazing. My family loves P&J’s Southern Takeout but we wish Mickey’s Backyard BBQ would reopen. You have to give this resort a try!

Pros:

Food, activities, spacious cabins

Cons:

Transportation ( golf cart necessary )
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Reviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 07/01/2020

Rating: (10)
Recommended

Love the campground

Pros:

Best campground

Cons:

None
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