Our family loves staying at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, and the pools here fit the rustic, tranquil vibe perfectly.

Surrounded by towering pines, boulders, and the sounds of flowing water, the pool areas feel more like a serene mountain getaway than a theme park resort. 🙂

There are two pools at Wilderness Lodge, and each one offers a different kind of escape. In this post, I’ll share what makes each pool unique and why they’re some of my favorite hidden gems at Walt Disney World.

The 2 Pools at Wilderness Lodge:

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Pool #1: Copper Creek Springs Pool

The Copper Creek Springs Pool is the larger of the two pools at the Wilderness Lodge. It’s considered the feature pool, located right out back from the main lobby.

The pool is themed after the beautiful natural areas found in the American Northwest. The pool area is decorated with rocks and flowing water that is reminiscent of natural creeks and other bodies of water.

A popular feature at the Copper Creek Springs Pool is its 67-foot long waterslide.

There are no height restrictions for the water slide. But your child must be able to swim by themself and go down the slide alone.

They are NOT allowed to sit on your lap. Just make sure you follow the rules posted at the slide’s entrance, which include going down feet-first after the slide’s green light is turned on.

There are two whirlpool spas in this area – one hot spa and one cold.

Surrounding the pool are lots of lounge chairs for relaxation. Behind the lounge chairs are tables with umbrellas that offer places to eat while being in the shade. Just be advised that on HOT days, the chairs and tables can get claimed quickly, so you may want to head to the pool early if this is important to you.

If you have little ones, you will LOVE the kid’s splash area beside the Copper Creek Springs Pool.

It’s even located inside a separate fenced-in area with lounge chairs.

This splash area fits the natural theming of the Wilderness Lodge, with carved log décor and artwork featuring bears and fish on the sides of the structure. There are two gentle waterslides for the little ones and a large bucket over the area that periodically fills up and dumps water.

If you get hungry or thirsty while at the Copper Creek Springs Pool, there is a dining option called Geyser Point Bar & Grill. It’s easy to find as it’s located just around the corner from the pool.

Here, you can find an array of burgers, sandwiches, and salads. The bar serves beverages, including adult alcoholic drinks, to enjoy while sitting at the pool.

Since the Copper Creek Springs Pool is the biggest pool at Wilderness Lodge and is centrally located, it is definitely the busiest of the two pools at the resort.

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Pool #2: Boulder Ridge Cove Pool

You will find the smaller Boulder Ridge Cove Pool behind the Boulder Ridge Villas. The area is accented with boulder rocks around the perimeter, giving it a feeling of a natural quarry as well as a bit of seclusion from the rest of the resort.

The abandoned rock quarry theme also includes running water and an old quarry excavator prop.

The pool has a zero-entry section, making it easy to enter and exit. This area also has a hot tub to enjoy.

Surrounding the pool are lounge chairs and tables.

In addition, the Boulder Ridge Cove Pool area has cozy, shaded cabanas available at no cost. All seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Just like the Copper Creek Springs Pool, if you get hungry or thirsty while at the Boulder Ridge Cove Pool, Geyser Point Bar & Grill is just around the corner.

The Boulder Ridge Cove Pool is smaller than the Copper Creek Springs Pool. It also doesn’t have a kids’ splash area. As a result, it is usually quieter and less crowded, especially since it’s also located within the slightly less central Boulder Ridge Villas area of Wilderness Lodge. But on hot Florida days, this pool can still get pretty busy.

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Additional info about the pools at Wilderness Lodge:

Operating hours:

The Copper Creek Springs Pool is normally open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

The Boulder Ridge Cove Pool is normally open from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. It is open longer because there are NO lifeguards on duty here.

But these hours tend to change depending on the time of year you visit. Just ask the front desk when you arrive to see the current schedule. The operating hours should also be posted on a sign near the pool entrance.

Lifeguards:

Lifeguards are on duty at the Copper Creek Springs Pool when the pool is open, which is typically from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

There are no lifeguards at the Boulder Ridge Cove Pool.

Lifeguard presence and pool hours are subject to change depending on the time of year, so check the schedule upon arrival.

Pool location:

Here are the locations for each of the two pools:

• Copper Creek Springs Pool: Located near the center of the Wilderness Lodge property, between the Copper Creek Villas and the waterfront.
• Boulder Ridge Cove Pool: Located a short walk away from the Copper Creek Springs Pool, between the Boulder Ridge Villas and Geyser Point Bar & Grill.

Here is a map of Wilderness Lodge to help you see where the two pools can be found.

Click HERE to download a Wilderness Lodge PDF map!

Life jackets:

Complimentary life jackets are available at both pools.

Towels:

Fresh and clean towels are available at both pools. In addition, there are bins to throw your used towels into as you leave the pool area.

Additional activities near the pools:

At the Copper Creek Springs Pool, during certain times of the day, Disney Cast Members come out to play games with the kids. Activities may include trivia, relays, and other pool games that are free! You will want to look for an activity schedule posted near the entrance of the pools.

Another fun activity near the Copper Creek Springs Pool is watching a movie under the stars.

Every night, a different Disney movie plays. Many times, there is even popcorn available. Upon arrival at Wilderness Lodge, check out the movie schedule at the Front Desk so you don’t miss your favorite!

Showers and changing rooms:

There are showers, changing rooms, and bathrooms located at both pools.