{"id":337083,"date":"2026-07-11T17:32:56","date_gmt":"2026-07-11T17:32:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/337083\/"},"modified":"2026-07-11T17:32:56","modified_gmt":"2026-07-11T17:32:56","slug":"disneys-fort-wilderness-resort-debuts-bigger-pool-refreshed-lobby","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/337083\/","title":{"rendered":"Disney&#8217;s Fort Wilderness Resort Debuts Bigger Pool, Refreshed Lobby"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-sourcepos=\"5:1-5:216;88-303\">Fort Wilderness Resort has added new space to its Meadow Swimmin&#8217; Pool and refreshed the look of its Reception Outpost. The updates give guests more room by the pool and a smoother arrival when checking in.<\/p>\n<p>Meadow Swimmin&#8217; Pool Gets More Room<\/p>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"9:1-9:207;346-552\">The Meadow Swimmin&#8217; Pool area now includes a new zero-entry pool and additional deck space next to the existing pool. Together, the changes roughly double the amount of pool space at Fort Wilderness Resort.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wdwmagic.com\/resorts\/disneys-fort-wilderness-campground\/gallery\/10jul2026-fort-wilderness-resorts-expanded-pool-area-and-refreshed-reception-outpost\/66643.htm\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 1920\/1281;\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1281\" data-twic-src=\"https:\/\/www.wdwmagic.com\/resorts\/disneys-fort-wilderness-campground\/news\/image:\/ElementGalleryItems\/resorts\/Fullsize\/Disneys-Fort-Wilderness-Campground_Full_66643.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wdwmagic.twic.pics\/ElementGalleryItems\/resorts\/Fullsize\/Disneys-Fort-Wilderness-Campground_Full_66643.jpg?twic=v1\/output=preview\" title=\"Fort Wilderness Pool\" alt=\"Fort Wilderness Pool\"\/><\/a> <\/p>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"11:1-11:107;554-660\">Guests can still take on the 67-foot corkscrew waterslide, or spend the day relaxing poolside or swimming.<\/p>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"13:1-13:303;662-964\">The pool area also includes a nod to Walt Disney World history: an old-fashioned barrel carriage with Mickey Mouse dressed in his camping gear, along with a tribute to Disney&#8217;s River Country. River Country was the original Walt Disney World water park, located next to Fort Wilderness before it closed.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wdwmagic.com\/resorts\/disneys-fort-wilderness-campground\/gallery\/10jul2026-fort-wilderness-resorts-expanded-pool-area-and-refreshed-reception-outpost\/66645.htm\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 1920\/1281;\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1281\" data-twic-src=\"https:\/\/www.wdwmagic.com\/resorts\/disneys-fort-wilderness-campground\/news\/image:\/ElementGalleryItems\/resorts\/Fullsize\/Disneys-Fort-Wilderness-Campground_Full_66645.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wdwmagic.twic.pics\/ElementGalleryItems\/resorts\/Fullsize\/Disneys-Fort-Wilderness-Campground_Full_66645.jpg?twic=v1\/output=preview\" title=\"Fort Wilderness River Country\" alt=\"Fort Wilderness River Country\"\/><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wdwmagic.com\/resorts\/disneys-fort-wilderness-campground\/gallery\/10jul2026-fort-wilderness-resorts-expanded-pool-area-and-refreshed-reception-outpost\/66644.htm\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 1920\/1281;\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1281\" data-twic-src=\"https:\/\/www.wdwmagic.com\/resorts\/disneys-fort-wilderness-campground\/news\/image:\/ElementGalleryItems\/resorts\/Fullsize\/Disneys-Fort-Wilderness-Campground_Full_66644.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wdwmagic.twic.pics\/ElementGalleryItems\/resorts\/Fullsize\/Disneys-Fort-Wilderness-Campground_Full_66644.jpg?twic=v1\/output=preview\" title=\"River Country Fort Wilderness\" alt=\"River Country Fort Wilderness\"\/><\/a><br \/>\nReception Outpost Refresh<\/p>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"17:1-17:259;997-1255\">Fort Wilderness Resort has also refreshed its Reception Outpost, the first stop for guests checking in. The updated space gives cast members more room to greet arriving guests and help them get settled before heading out to the resort&#8217;s cabins and campsites.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wdwmagic.com\/resorts\/disneys-fort-wilderness-campground\/gallery\/10jul2026-fort-wilderness-resorts-expanded-pool-area-and-refreshed-reception-outpost\/66646.htm\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 1920\/1281;\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1281\" data-twic-src=\"https:\/\/www.wdwmagic.com\/resorts\/disneys-fort-wilderness-campground\/news\/image:\/ElementGalleryItems\/resorts\/Fullsize\/Disneys-Fort-Wilderness-Campground_Full_66646.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wdwmagic.twic.pics\/ElementGalleryItems\/resorts\/Fullsize\/Disneys-Fort-Wilderness-Campground_Full_66646.jpg?twic=v1\/output=preview\" title=\"Fort Wilderness Check In\" alt=\"Fort Wilderness Check In\"\/><\/a> <\/p>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"19:1-19:146;1257-1402\">New artwork above the fireplace shows Mickey Mouse and friends enjoying outdoor activities along the water, matching the resort&#8217;s rustic setting.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wdwmagic.com\/resorts\/disneys-fort-wilderness-campground\/gallery\/10jul2026-fort-wilderness-resorts-expanded-pool-area-and-refreshed-reception-outpost\/66648.htm\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 1281\/1920;\" width=\"1281\" height=\"1920\" data-twic-src=\"https:\/\/www.wdwmagic.com\/resorts\/disneys-fort-wilderness-campground\/news\/image:\/ElementGalleryItems\/resorts\/Fullsize\/Disneys-Fort-Wilderness-Campground_Full_66648.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wdwmagic.twic.pics\/ElementGalleryItems\/resorts\/Fullsize\/Disneys-Fort-Wilderness-Campground_Full_66648.jpg?twic=v1\/output=preview\" title=\"Fort Wilderness Artwork\" alt=\"Fort Wilderness Artwork\"\/><\/a> <\/p>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"21:1-21:209;1404-1612\">Look up, and you&#8217;ll spot three scenes featuring Huey, Dewey, and Louie taking part in activities guests can do during a stay at Fort Wilderness Resort, including archery, fishing, and camping under the trees.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wdwmagic.com\/resorts\/disneys-fort-wilderness-campground\/gallery\/10jul2026-fort-wilderness-resorts-expanded-pool-area-and-refreshed-reception-outpost\/66649.htm\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 1920\/1281;\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1281\" data-twic-src=\"https:\/\/www.wdwmagic.com\/resorts\/disneys-fort-wilderness-campground\/news\/image:\/ElementGalleryItems\/resorts\/Fullsize\/Disneys-Fort-Wilderness-Campground_Full_66649.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wdwmagic.twic.pics\/ElementGalleryItems\/resorts\/Fullsize\/Disneys-Fort-Wilderness-Campground_Full_66649.jpg?twic=v1\/output=preview\" title=\"Fort Wilderness Details\" alt=\"Fort Wilderness Details\"\/><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wdwmagic.com\/resorts\/disneys-fort-wilderness-campground\/gallery\/10jul2026-fort-wilderness-resorts-expanded-pool-area-and-refreshed-reception-outpost\/66650.htm\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 1920\/1281;\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1281\" data-twic-src=\"https:\/\/www.wdwmagic.com\/resorts\/disneys-fort-wilderness-campground\/news\/image:\/ElementGalleryItems\/resorts\/Fullsize\/Disneys-Fort-Wilderness-Campground_Full_66650.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wdwmagic.twic.pics\/ElementGalleryItems\/resorts\/Fullsize\/Disneys-Fort-Wilderness-Campground_Full_66650.jpg?twic=v1\/output=preview\" title=\"Fort Wilderness Stage Shop\" alt=\"Fort Wilderness Stage Shop\"\/><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wdwmagic.com\/resorts\/disneys-fort-wilderness-campground\/gallery\/10jul2026-fort-wilderness-resorts-expanded-pool-area-and-refreshed-reception-outpost\/66651.htm\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 1920\/1281;\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1281\" data-twic-src=\"https:\/\/www.wdwmagic.com\/resorts\/disneys-fort-wilderness-campground\/news\/image:\/ElementGalleryItems\/resorts\/Fullsize\/Disneys-Fort-Wilderness-Campground_Full_66651.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wdwmagic.twic.pics\/ElementGalleryItems\/resorts\/Fullsize\/Disneys-Fort-Wilderness-Campground_Full_66651.jpg?twic=v1\/output=preview\" title=\"Fort Wilderness Interior\" alt=\"Fort Wilderness Interior\"\/><\/a> <\/p>\n<p>                         Get Walt Disney World News Delivered to Your Inbox<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Fort Wilderness Resort has added new space to its Meadow Swimmin&#8217; 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