Disney's Fort Wilderness Expanding Meadow Swimmin' Pool Area

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Meadow Swimmin' Pool

Posted: Tuesday June 17, 2025 12:25pm ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

Construction is underway for a major expansion to the Meadow Swimmin’ Pool area at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. The project will double the existing pool area and add new recreational features aimed at families looking for outdoor activities.

Meadow Swimmin' Pool

The highlight of the expansion is a new zero-entry pool and deck space being built alongside the current pool. Once complete, the expanded layout will offer more room for swimming and lounging.

In addition to the pool upgrade, the project includes the addition of a new tennis court and two pickleball courts.

These new facilities will be located near the expanded pool area and are designed to give guests more ways to enjoy the outdoors during their stay.

Disney says The Meadow Swimmin’ Pool and Wilderness Swimmin’ Pool will remain open for guests to enjoy during the work.

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DisneyFanatic1220 days ago

Aerial photos posted by bioreconstruct

castlecake2.021 days ago

Hope they add a bigger snack bar, the current one can’t handle the volume

DisneyFanatic1221 days ago

Not too much seems to have changed since the last pictures were posted. Notably, however, a new sand volleyball court has been installed on Clementine’s Beach (near the marina). I assume this is the replacement to the former sand volleyball court in the Meadows Recreation area.

DisneyFanatic12Jun 17, 2025

The expansion has been officially posted on the Disney Parks Blog! https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/disney-world-pools-summer-2025/ Pool Expansion Coming to Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground There’s more magic on the horizon: At Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, we’re expanding the Meadow Swimmin’ Pool area to make room for even more fun and relaxation. A brand-new zero-entry pool and deck area is being added alongside the existing pool, effectively doubling the space for guests to enjoy. The expansion will also include a tennis court and two pickleball courts, giving families even more ways to play together in the great outdoors.

"El Gran Magnifico"Jun 17, 2025

I hope they put in a waterslide, and maybe a rapids ride, a zip line, and maybe a tire swing. And also something that guards against brain eating amoeba.

DisneyRZJun 16, 2025

Fun, looking forward to seeing if it has some sort of theming elements.

JoyseaJun 16, 2025

DisneyFanatic12Jun 12, 2025

You can still rent them out I think! Just can’t do the full loop, the area by the construction is blocked off.

Love Ft WildernessJun 12, 2025

Some pictures I've seen looks like the canal has been blocked off. So, no canoe rentals for the foreseeable future?

DisneyFanatic12Jun 12, 2025

It’s fun to see it moving along, looks like quite a bit of progress has been made!

JoyseaJun 12, 2025

I took these pictures yesterday

JoyseaJun 12, 2025

DisneyFanatic12Jun 11, 2025

Outside of a new, additional pool, I haven’t heard any specific details about the construction at Meadows. Also haven’t heard of any upgrades planned for the Wilderness Pool, unfortunately. Though I believe that the new pool is probably being built to improve the amenities of the resort due to the new cabins.