"Disney on a Budget": Disney's Fort Wilderness

Hey all, fell into a wormhole and saw the future. I'm back now.
I think I'll continue with my "Disney on a Budget" series.

Fort Wilderness is a campground. This is where Rich and his family stayed when they visited Disney. It includes lots for RV's, a separate log cabin area, or if you just want to experience camping, a tents only area. We drove there with bikes in tow and biked about the property. It's wooded and as you bike you're surrounded by tall pines and other trees, so there is plenty of shade. There are some pool areas, open only to guests. There are some arcades and a good old fashioned general store, where you can get your victuals. Inside this log building it's cool and dark, there are hardwood floors and you can buy things like souvenirs to milk and eggs. I think it's called the Trading Post.
We biked around the campground and made our way to the lake. At the lake you can just sit down on the white sand of the beach and relax, while watching the ferry boat make it's way from Fort Wilderness to the Magic Kingdom. Nearby is the restaurant called "Pioneer Hall" and behind that is a little petting area where children can see the animals, such as pigs and peacocks. Little ones wanting to take a pony ride can also take one here. I wandered into the horse stalls and saw, peering high above me, magnificent horses that Rich said were used in the parades. I was more than just a little shaken in my boots.
From there we took a different route and found the walking trail, which we biked. It led us to the Fort Wilderness lodge, which is the grand hotel. From there we biked back to the middle where there was a recreational area, here you can rent a bike, rent a canoe or kayak, to paddle around their stream. I think tennis, volleyball and shuffleboard are all available at the Meadows recreation complex. I think for certain things, like renting a golf cart, you have to show that you are staying at the campground. However, it's a nice way to spend the day, biking beneath the cypress and pines, looking out onto the beautiful lake or just getting something to eat. It's a pleasant experience and can cost you nothing. Parking is free to guests but you have to leave at sundown.

-Me.