Disney's Wilderness Lodge construction has begun with crews starting work on the resort's security kiosk and boat dock areas. The boat dock will remain closed through 1st May, with the broader refurbishment project continuing through late July.
Construction teams have already started removing concrete in front of the security kiosk area. Fencing with green scrim has been installed behind the kiosk, and much of the pavement in this area has been torn away.
Despite the ongoing work, all security lanes at the resort entrance remain open for guests. The security kiosk will reportedly be expanded, though this remains unconfirmed by Disney.
When does the Wilderness Lodge dock closure end?
The resort's boat dock is currently closed and will remain so through 1st May. Crew members are removing old boards from the dock structure and dismantling portions of the boardwalk leading to the water.
Workers are systematically replacing the flooring on both the boardwalk and dock areas with new boards. The dock refurbishment forms part of the larger construction project that will continue through late July.
What areas of Wilderness Lodge are affected by construction?
The construction work centres on two main areas of the resort. The security kiosk entrance is seeing significant concrete removal and what appears to be preparation for expansion work.
The boat dock area has seen the most visible changes, with old boards torn up and the boardwalk partially dismantled. Resort guests and visitors accessing these areas will encounter construction barriers and reduced access during the refurbishment period.
How long will the Wilderness Lodge refurbishment take?
The timeline extends through late July, though the exact start date of construction has not been confirmed. The security area work appears to be progressing alongside the dock refurbishment.
All security checkpoint lanes remain operational during the construction work. Disney has not announced any alternative arrangements for boat transportation services during the dock closure period.
The Disney's Wilderness Lodge construction represents a significant infrastructure update for the resort. Resort guests should expect ongoing construction activity and potential noise during their stay through the summer months.
