Activities around Fort Wilderness - Part I

Activities at Fort Wilderness Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground offers a full range of activities for guests of all ages:

Tri-Circle D Ranch

Tri-Circle D Ranch is home to Cinderella’s ponies and the draft horses used on Main Street U.S.A. at the Magic Kingdom. In addition you’ll find ponies and horses used for rides at Fort Wilderness and other special events throughout Walt Disney World.

The main horse barn is located near Pioneer Hall in the Settlement area. This barn houses the Magic Kingdom horses and ponies, and can be toured along with the adjacent working blacksmith shop (hours vary).

Activities at Tri-Circle D Ranch include:

· Pony Rides

Time: 10am-5pm*

Cost: $5

Location: Tri-Circle D Ranch behind Pioneer Hall

Note: Riders must weigh less than 80 lbs, be under 48” tall and be led by a parent or adult guardian

Thread with a review of pony rides/photos can be found HERE

· Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides

45 minute scenic tour in a horse-drawn wagon that holds 30-35 people.

Time: 7pm and 9:30pm nightly*

Location: Departs from the front of Pioneer Hall

Cost: $8 adults, $5 kids 3-9, kids under 3 are free.

Notes: Kids under 11 must be accompanied by an adult. Wagon rides are first come, first serve – no reservations accepted.

Call 407-824-2832 for additional information.

· Fireworks Wagon Rides

45 minute scenic tour includes a stop to view the Wishes! fireworks show from the Magic Kingdom with the audio track of Wishes! played. Wagon holds 30-35 people.

Time: 8:30pm when there is a 9pm Wishes! show*

Location: Departs from the front of Pioneer Hall

Cost: $8 adults, $5 kids 3-9, kids under 3 are free.

Notes: Kids under 11 must be accompanied by an adult.

Call 407-824-2832 for additional information – No Reservations Accepted

· Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides

25 minute scenic tour in an intimate, horse-drawn carriage.

Time: Departures start at 6pm, last ride departs at 9:30pm*

Location: Departs from in front of Crockett’s Tavern

Cost: $45 (incl. tax) Reservations available – call 407-WDW-PLAY

Notes: Tickets are sold by carriage drivers and only cash and Disney Resort guest room charges are accepted (no credit cards). Small carriage holds 2 adults + 1 kid. Large carriage holds 4 adults or 2 adults + 3 small kids.

Guests may bring their own beverages. Carriage rides may not take place during inclement weather. $35 fee will be charged for no-shows or cancellations with less than 24 hour notice.

Gift certificates and special requests are available – call 407-824-2734

· Group Wagon Rides

Available throughout the year

Location: Departs from the front of Pioneer Hall or Group Camping area

Cost: $300/hour

Notes: Kids under 11 must be accompanied by an adult. Wagon that holds 30 adults or a combination of 35 adults and kids.

Reservations required at least 24 hours in advance – call 407-824-2734.

· SEASONAL: Haunted Halloween Carriage Ride

25 minute, narrated, carriage ride through the “haunted” woods of Bay Lake themed to the “Legend of Sleepy Hollow.”

Time: CHECK CURRENT SCHEDULE

Location: Departs from in front of Crockett’s Tavern

Cost: $60 per carriage

Notes: The Haunted Carriage ride is not offered every year. Check current schedule or call for more information. Carriage holds 4 adults or 2 adults + 3 small kids. Guests may bring their own beverages. Carriage rides may not take place during inclement weather.

Reservations accepted – call 407-WDW-PLAY.

· SEASONAL: Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride

25 minute ride, guests will be treated to some of the spectacular holiday displays put on by Fort Wilderness camper.

Time: CHECK CURRENT SCHEDULE

Location: Departs from in front of Crockett’s Tavern

Cost: $60 per sleigh

Notes: Carriage holds 4 adults or 2 adults + 3 small kids. Guests may bring their own beverages. Carriage rides may not take place during inclement weather.

Reservations accepted and can be booked 90 days in advance – call 407-WDW-PLAY.

photos courtesy of FortFiends.net member Runner

*all schedules/times subject to change. Check the current Fort Wilderness activities schedule for most accurate information.

Trail Rides

45 minute, 1.8 mile, guided trail rides are offered daily

Time: 8:30am, 10am, 11:30am, 1pm and 2:30pm*

Location: Trailblaze Corral, across from the Reception Outpost behind the bus depot

Cost: $42 per person

Notes: Riders must be 9+ years old and 48” tall minimum. Maximum weight is 250lbs. No cameras or video equipment allowed

Reservations are recommended – call 407-WDW-PLAY

Fishing

Fishing is allowed in all of the waterways around the Fort Wilderness Resort.

· Fishing is catch and release only.

· No fishing license is required.

· Fishing is NOT allowed from the dock or beach area of the marina.

· You may use your own fishing gear or rent equipment from the Bike Barn.

Archery

During the Fort Wilderness Archery Experience, guests are given a training session on archery basics, followed by tips and tricks to hone your archery skills during your 90 minute session.

Location: behind the Bike Barn

Time: Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, 2:45pm & 4:15pm*

Cost: $25/person (plus tax)

Notes: Reservations are accepted up to 90 days in advance - call 407-WDW-PLAY

*all schedules/times subject to change. Check the current Fort Wilderness activities schedule for most accurate information.

Tennis

Fort Wilderness has 2 lighted tennis courts in the Meadows Recreation Area that are open 8am-10pm daily. Equipment is available from the Bike Barn between 9am-5pm.*

Private instruction is also available – call 407-WDW-PLAY

*all schedules/times subject to change. Check the current Fort Wilderness activities schedule for most accurate information.

Jogging Trail

2.3 mile paved Fort Wilderness Exercise Trail runs between Fort Wilderness and Wilderness Lodge.

Basketball Courts

Located in the following loops: 200, 300, 900, 1300, 1400 and between 1800 & 1900. Basketballs are available at the courts.

Playgrounds

Located in the following loops: 300, between 1200 & 1300, 1400 and 1600

photo courtesy of FortFiends.net member Runner

Arcades

A variety of video and pinball games are offered.

Daniel Boone’s Wilderness Arcade

Location: Meadows Recreation area (near pool)

Time: 7am-10pm*

Davy Crockett’s Wilderness Arcade

Location: Pioneer Hall (back of Crockett’s Tavern)

Time: 7am-12am*

*all schedules/times subject to change. Check the current Fort Wilderness activities schedule for most accurate information.

Segway Tour: Wilderness Back Trail Adventure

2 hour tour through the back trails of the Fort Wilderness Resort on a Segway X2 Personal Transporter. Basic instructions are given to guests before embarking on a guided tour.

Location: Tours depart from the Bike Barn

Time: Tuesday through Saturday, 8:30am & 11:30am*

Cost: $85 (15% discount available for DVC members, Annual Passholders, AAA members and Disney Visa Cardholders)

Notes: Age, height and weight restrictions apply. Guests must be 16+ years old and have a photo ID. Guests under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

Reservations are accepted – call 407-WDW-PLAY. Tours must be cancelled at least 48 hours prior to start to receive a full refund.

photo courtesy of FortFiends.net member Runner

*all schedules/times subject to change. Check the current Fort Wilderness activities schedule for most accurate information.

Swimming Pools

Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground offers guests 2 heated swimming pools open year round.

Meadows Swimmin’ Hole

In 2009, the Meadows Swimmin’ Hole at Fort Wilderness was renovated. It is now a zero entry pool with a maximum depth of less than 4’.

A slide was added to the pool, a new splash zone for young kids was built and a hot tub added.

Location: Meadows Recreation area

Pool Hours: 24 hours

Notes: Lounge chairs are provided but towels are NOT provided. Slide is not open 24 hours.

LIFEGUARD HOURS VARY SEASONALLY

Fort Wilderness Trivia: The new slide added to the pool utilized the old water tower that in recent years was found at the entrance to River Country. The tower was refurbished and given a fresh coat of paint and a Fort Wilderness Railroad logo – however contrary to popular belief, the logo was not actually that of the original Fort Wilderness Railroad.

additional photos courtesy of FortFiends.net member Runner

Cabin Pool

Often referred to as the “quiet pool” this smaller pool is location near the cabin loops. In 2010 a hot tub was added.

Notes: Lounge chairs are provided but towels are NOT provided.

LIFEGUARD HOURS VARY SEASONALLY