A Big Change is Coming to Fort Wilderness Next Year

Are you planning a stay at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Campground next year? If so, this big change could impact your vacation.

Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground

When you stay at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, you can camp next to the magic. Can you believe that this resort takes up 750 acres?

Fort Wilderness Campground is commonly known as “The Fort.”

At Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, you will find trails, two pools, and entertainment and activities of all kinds! This resort is unique as you won’t find any other resort like it at Disney.

The resort opened on November 19, 1971. Read our complete guide to The Fort HERE.

What’s Coming in 2026

Disney has recently announced a lot of exciting news for next year. These announcements include free dining for kids, Disney Dining Plan prices, ticket prices, and returning perks for Disney Resort Guests.

Today, Disney shared another announcement, and this one could greatly impact select Guests.

Changes to The Fort

Today, Disney shared that the maximum amount of Guests allowed at a campsite would be changing. Currently, a maximum of 10 Guests are allowed per campsite.

With stays beginning January 1, 2026, a maximum of 8 Guests will be allowed per campsite.

A maximum of 8 Guests will be allowed per campsite beginning with arrivals on January 1, 2026. This could significantly impact many campers next year.

What do you think of the change of the maximum allowed Guests? Will this impact your next stay at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to share this post with somone you know who likes to camp at The Fort.