Resort Thread Disney's WILDERNESS LODGE

[Miked0292]

You do know that March is a very popular, and busy month. Multiple Spring break weeks, and Palm Sunday is March 29 since Easter is early in 2026 on April 5th.


The CL decision is quite easy, will you be around to take advantage of the day's offerings or not?

The day begins with coffee hour from 6:30 a.m. to 7 a.m., followed by continental breakfast from 7 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., light snacks from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., tea and drinks from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., hors d’oeuvres from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., and desserts & cordials from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.

source: https://www.disneytouristblog.com/review-old-faithful-club-level-wilderness-lodge/ (Tom Bricker's review from May 2025)

Dave

So I did play with the dates and found the first week of March wasn't affected yet. The week after til like mid April I found the same price again. And im just being like most CMs just which we got something a little better.

As for day of check in I plan to be there around 2, figured with only working 10 mins from the resort in should work day 1 and ill make it up on check out day as the friend and I are locals so we can enjoy the club til 10 if we choose. We most plan to stay around the resort maybe hit up epcot or studios mid day but can always fall back to the resort. We haven't made any real soild plans yet besides knowing we will enjoying the resort.

 

[mrsap]

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[pixiedust33]

When are you planning your stay?

It is mostly the Scaffolding that goes up in sections. Right now it is on the Copper Creek (South) side of the Courtyard.

The dock will be closed and boat transportation temporarily suspended from Jan. 12–30, 2026. Bus service will still be available.

Dave

Is the construction really impacting anything at the resort other than seeing scaffolding? I'm considering a resort switch, and we've enjoyed visiting in the past but haven't stayed.

In addition to what Dave mentioned, it’s impacting the geyser which I hadn’t seen mentioned anywhere and Disney didn’t specifically flag to us. Not a huge deal but my kid would have loved it so I had been talking it up and were then bummed to be told by a cast member when we got there that it’s not functional right now. No confirmed open date as of today.

 

[bluecastle]

In addition to what Dave mentioned, it’s impacting the geyser which I hadn’t seen mentioned anywhere and Disney didn’t specifically flag to us. Not a huge deal but my kid would have loved it so I had been talking it up and were then bummed to be told by a cast member when we got there that it’s not functional right now. No confirmed open date as of today.

Unfortunately, it’s been a while since we could count on the geyser working, even if there is no construction going on.
My origin story of when and why I got into Disney research dates back to our first trip with our daughter in 1990 when she was almost 4. I had talked up IASW before the trip and then when we got there, there was a sign posted about it being closed for our future enjoyment! We were so disappointed (at that time we had no idea that we would be returning so many times over the years). Anyhow, since then I have made a point of researching, even when I don’t have a trip planned. But no matter how much research you do, the geyser is no longer a sure thing.

 

[Dave006]

But no matter how much research you do, the geyser is no longer a sure thing.

Yes the Fire Rock Geyser has been missing in action for a number of our visits in the last 6 years. That last story was it was a plumbing issue with the main water line but who knows.

Dave

 

[Mle8308]

Yes the Fire Rock Geyser has been missing in action for a number of our visits in the last 6 years. That last story was it was a plumbing issue with the main water line but who knows.

Dave

Same! Out of the 5 or 6 visits over the past 2 years, I can only think of one time when it was actually working. And when it was, it surprised me!

 

[Tow-Mater]

Post 1: Introduction to Wilderness Lodge Resort:

From WDW:

Escape to the rustic majesty of America’s Great Northwest. Inspired by turn-of-the-century National Park lodges, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge celebrates American craftsmanship and honors the beauty of the untamed wilderness. Soak in the splendor of the great outdoors, from nature trails through pine forests to rocking chairs that overlook a murmuring creek. Inside, discover towering totem poles, headdresses and more, and enjoy the rustic elegance of the stone hearth and roaring fireplace.

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Opening on May 28, 1994, Disneys Wilderness Lodge was inspired by the Great American Northwest National Park lodges from the turn of the 20th century. It is an architecturally grand Disney Deluxe Resort honoring American craftsmanship and artistry, and celebrates the majesty of the unspoiled wilderness.

Designed by architect Peter H. Dominick, Jr., who also designed Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge and the Grand Californian, the theme of being in harmony with nature winds through the lodge, inside and out. Authentic décor and genuine artifacts pay homage to ancient Native American cultures and the pioneering spirit of early American explorers.

A 10-foot totem near the Wilderness Lodge Mercantile features some famous animals. Disney character Humphrey Bear stands at the base and supports Donald Duck. Lodge legend has it that rubbing Humphrey Bear's black nose brings good luck.

Contact Information:
Disney's Wilderness Lodge, Boulder Ridge Villas and Copper Creek Villas and Cabins is located on Bay Lake in the Magic Kingdom Resort area.

Disney's Wilderness Lodge
901 Timberline Drive
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

Phone: (407) 824-3200

~Check-in is after 3:00 for WL guests and after 4:00 for DVC guests
~Check-out is before 11:00

 

[Tow-Mater]

My DH and I are two that keep wishing it would come back. We have contacted Disney in person AND by email on several occasions asking them to bring this back.

If they want to take our resort boat away, it's cheaper to make a trail between WL and FW like before. Look at what they did with the GF walkway to MK. I know why they originally removed it but now they can resurrect it with Reflections shelved for the foreseeable future.

Can you tell this has been a spur in my side?

FWRR is a real part of Walts dreams, if you haven't already gone to the "Train Room" in the DVC building at the WL, stop in when you get a chance........you could spend hour's looking at the history. There is a youtube channel that will show you the FWRR from start to finish and explain why it was removed. Go to https://www.youtube.com/@onceuponatrain
attached is the origional poster and lantern I have in my collection