Overview
- Crews have begun refilling Echo Lake after the basin was drained this summer so workers could reach submerged surfaces for repairs.
- The project focused on restoring and repainting signature scenic elements, including artificial stumps and logs, the S.S. Down the Hatch that houses Dockside Diner, and Gertie the Dinosaur.
- A metal work bridge has been placed on the water to allow crews to start installing the park’s holiday tree ahead of upcoming seasonal events.
- The refill is a major step toward reopening the lake but some sections are not yet full, Gertie had not received seasonal decoration at the time of the refill report, and Disney has not announced a firm completion date.
- Echo Lake’s restoration preserves the park’s classic waterfront look and aims to return a familiar holiday backdrop for visitors during Jollywood Nights and other seasonal offerings.