{"id":17902,"date":"2026-06-28T05:00:41","date_gmt":"2026-06-28T09:00:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/?page_id=17902"},"modified":"2026-07-10T14:18:03","modified_gmt":"2026-07-10T18:18:03","slug":"shades-of-green-resort-pools","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/","title":{"rendered":"Shades of Green Resort Pools Guide | Mill Pond vs. Magnolia Pool"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"entry-meta\"><time class=\"entry-time\">28 June 2026<\/time> by <span class=\"entry-author\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/steve-bell-founder-and-editor-in-chief-military-disney-tips\/\" class=\"entry-author-link\" rel=\"author\"><span class=\"entry-author-name\">Steve Bell<\/span><\/a><\/span> <span class=\"entry-comments-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#comments\">1 Comment<\/a><\/span> <\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 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Green<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#Which_Shades_of_Green_Pool_Is_Right_for_You\" >Which Shades of Green Pool Is Right for You?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#Shades_of_Green_Pool_Ratings\" >Shades of Green Pool Ratings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#The_Mill_Pond_Pool\" >The Mill Pond Pool<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#Mill_Pond_Pool_is_best_for\" >Mill Pond Pool is best for:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#The_Magnolia_Pool\" >The Magnolia Pool<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#Magnolia_Pool_is_best_for\" >Magnolia Pool is best for:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#How_Pool_Time_Shapes_a_Shades_of_Green_Resort_Day\" >How Pool Time Shapes a Shades of Green Resort Day<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#Should_You_Book_a_Poolside_Room\" >Should You Book a Poolside Room?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#Steves_Best_Summer_Tip_Take_a_Midday_Break\" >Steve\u2019s Best Summer Tip: Take a Midday Break<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#Military_Family_Experiences\" >Military Family Experiences<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#Military_Family_Experience_Family_Pool_Time\" >Military Family Experience: Family Pool Time<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#Military_Family_Experience_Magnolia_Pool\" >Military Family Experience: Magnolia Pool<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#Military_Family_Experience_Mill_Pond_Pool\" >Military Family Experience: Mill Pond Pool<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#Military_Family_Experience_Cleanliness_and_Lifeguards\" >Military Family Experience: Cleanliness and Lifeguards<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#Military_Family_Experience_Realistic_Tradeoff\" >Military Family Experience: Realistic Tradeoff<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#Bottom_Line\" >Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#Shades_of_Green_Pools_%E2%80%94_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Shades of Green Pools \u2014 Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#How_many_pools_does_Shades_of_Green_have_and_where_are_they\" >How many pools does Shades of Green have, and where are they?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#Which_Shades_of_Green_pool_is_best_for_families_with_children\" >Which Shades of Green pool is best for families with children?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#Which_Shades_of_Green_pool_is_quieter\" >Which Shades of Green pool is quieter?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#Does_Shades_of_Green_have_a_waterslide\" >Does Shades of Green have a waterslide?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#Does_Shades_of_Green_have_a_kids_splash_area\" >Does Shades of Green have a kids\u2019 splash area?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#Does_Shades_of_Green_have_a_hot_tub\" >Does Shades of Green have a hot tub?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#Are_lifeguards_on_duty_at_Shades_of_Green_pools\" >Are lifeguards on duty at Shades of Green pools?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#Can_I_get_food_and_drinks_near_the_pools\" >Can I get food and drinks near the pools?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#Are_Shades_of_Green_Poolside_Rooms_worth_it\" >Are Shades of Green Poolside Rooms worth it?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-resort-pools\/#Which_pool_is_better_for_a_resort_day\" >Which pool is better for a resort day?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_pools_are_one_of_the_best_parts_of_staying_at_Shades_of_Green\"><\/span>The pools are one of the best parts of staying at Shades of Green<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Shades of Green has two heated outdoor pools: the <strong>Mill Pond Pool<\/strong> and the <strong>Magnolia Pool<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Both pools are located near the Magnolia Wing, but they offer very different experiences. The Mill Pond Pool is the resort\u2019s main family pool, with the waterslide, kids\u2019 splash area, playground, and Evergreens Sports Bar &amp; Grill nearby. The Magnolia Pool is the quieter pool area, with a more relaxed atmosphere and the resort\u2019s hot tub.<\/p>\n<p>After years of collecting survey responses from military families, the pools consistently rank among the strongest parts of the Shades of Green resort experience.<\/p>\n<p>The real question is not which pool is better.<\/p>\n<p>The better question is: <strong>Which pool is better for your family?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-17943\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shades-of-Green-Resort-Awesome-Pools.jpeg\" alt=\"Shades of Green Resort Pools\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shades-of-Green-Resort-Awesome-Pools.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shades-of-Green-Resort-Awesome-Pools-600x450.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shades-of-Green-Resort-Awesome-Pools-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shades-of-Green-Resort-Awesome-Pools-768x576.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Shades_of_Green_Pool_Is_Right_for_You\"><\/span>Which Shades of Green Pool Is Right for You?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The two pool areas serve different vacation styles. Use this quick guide to decide where your family is most likely to spend time.<\/p>\n<div align=\"center\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"text-align: center;\">If You Want&#8230;<\/th>\n<th style=\"text-align: center;\">Choose&#8230;<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Waterslide<\/td>\n<td><strong>Mill Pond Pool<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Kids\u2019 splash area<\/td>\n<td><strong>Mill Pond Pool<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Playground nearby<\/td>\n<td><strong>Mill Pond Pool<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Lunch at Evergreens<\/td>\n<td><strong>Mill Pond Pool<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Main family pool atmosphere<\/td>\n<td><strong>Mill Pond Pool<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Quieter pool time<\/td>\n<td><strong>Magnolia Pool<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hot tub<\/td>\n<td><strong>Magnolia Pool<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Less activity<\/td>\n<td><strong>Magnolia Pool<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Relaxing with a book<\/td>\n<td><strong>Magnolia Pool<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Calmer Poolside Room setting<\/td>\n<td><strong>Magnolia Pool<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Steve Recommends:<\/strong> If this is your family\u2019s first stay at Shades of Green, start at the Mill Pond Pool. It is the resort\u2019s main activity pool, with the waterslide, splash area, playground, and Evergreens Sports Bar &amp; Grill all nearby. Later in your stay, spend some time at the Magnolia Pool to experience the quieter side of the resort.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shades_of_Green_Pool_Ratings\"><\/span>Shades of Green Pool Ratings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Military Disney Tips readers rate the pools very highly in the ongoing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/military-members-review-rate-shades-green\/\">Shades of Green guest surveys<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The ratings show a clear pattern. Both pools are well-liked, but the Magnolia Pool scores slightly higher for crowd level and cleanliness, while the Mill Pond Pool scores slightly higher for size and layout.<\/p>\n<div align=\"center\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"text-align: center;\">Pool Area<\/th>\n<th style=\"text-align: center;\">Survey Question<\/th>\n<th style=\"text-align: center;\">Rating<\/th>\n<th style=\"text-align: center;\">What It Tells Us<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Magnolia Pool<\/td>\n<td>Size and Layout<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>4.58<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Guests rate the area very highly<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Magnolia Pool<\/td>\n<td>Crowd Level<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>4.61<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Generally the quieter-feeling pool area<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Magnolia Pool<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Cleanliness<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>4.67 \u2014 Highest<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>The strongest pool-related rating<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mill Pond Pool<\/td>\n<td>Size and Layout<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>4.61<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Strong layout score for the main family pool<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Mill Pond Pool<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Crowd Level<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>4.34 \u2014 Lowest<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Still strong, but reflects a busier family pool environment<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mill Pond Pool<\/td>\n<td>Cleanliness<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>4.50<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Cleanliness remains a strength<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>The lower crowd-level score for the Mill Pond Pool does not mean guests dislike it. It reflects what you would expect from the resort\u2019s main family pool. More families use it because it has the waterslide, splash area, playground, and Evergreens nearby.<\/p>\n<p><strong>See:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/military-members-review-rate-shades-green\/\">Full Shades of Green Guest Survey Results<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Mill_Pond_Pool\"><\/span>The Mill Pond Pool<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Mill Pond Pool is the main pool at Shades of Green and the best choice for families who want the most activity.<\/p>\n<p>The pool is shaped like Mickey Mouse\u2019s head and ears, which gives it a little Disney-style personality while still feeling like part of the quieter Shades of Green resort environment.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-17952\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/MIll-Pond-Pool-Shades-of-Green.jpg\" alt=\"Shades of Green Mill Pond Pool\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/MIll-Pond-Pool-Shades-of-Green.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/MIll-Pond-Pool-Shades-of-Green-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/MIll-Pond-Pool-Shades-of-Green-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/MIll-Pond-Pool-Shades-of-Green-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mill_Pond_Pool_is_best_for\"><\/span>Mill Pond Pool is best for:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Families with children<\/li>\n<li>Waterslide time<\/li>\n<li>Kids\u2019 splash area<\/li>\n<li>Playground access<\/li>\n<li>Lunch or snacks from Evergreens<\/li>\n<li>Active resort days<\/li>\n<li>Guests who want the main pool atmosphere<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Mill Pond Pool includes a waterslide and a kids\u2019 splash area. The dry playground is also nearby, making this side of the resort especially convenient for families with younger children.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-17984\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shades-of-Green-Resort-Splash-Area.jpeg\" alt=\"Shades of Green kids splash area\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shades-of-Green-Resort-Splash-Area.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shades-of-Green-Resort-Splash-Area-600x400.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shades-of-Green-Resort-Splash-Area-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shades-of-Green-Resort-Splash-Area-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-green-resort-evergreens-sports-bar-review\/\">Evergreens Sports Bar &amp; Grill<\/a> is located right next to the Mill Pond Pool. That makes it easy to grab lunch, drinks, or snacks without leaving the pool area.<\/p>\n<p>This is one reason the Mill Pond Pool works so well for resort days. Families can swim, eat at Evergreens, return to the pool, and stay in the same general area for much of the day.<\/p>\n<p>The Mill Pond Pool is also handicap accessible. Lifeguards are on duty at both Shades of Green pools.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Steve\u2019s Perspective:<\/strong> If your family has children, this is probably where you will spend most of your pool time. The Mill Pond Pool has the energy, the slide, the splash area, the playground, and Evergreens. It is the more active pool area, and that is exactly why many families love it.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Magnolia_Pool\"><\/span>The Magnolia Pool<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Magnolia Pool is the quieter of the two Shades of Green pool areas.<\/p>\n<p>It has traditionally served as the resort\u2019s quiet pool and is usually the better choice for guests who want a calmer, more relaxing pool experience.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-17964\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Magnolia-Pool-Shades-of-Green.jpeg\" alt=\"Shades of Green Magnolia Pool\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Magnolia-Pool-Shades-of-Green.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Magnolia-Pool-Shades-of-Green-600x400.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Magnolia-Pool-Shades-of-Green-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Magnolia-Pool-Shades-of-Green-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Magnolia_Pool_is_best_for\"><\/span>Magnolia Pool is best for:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Quieter afternoons<\/li>\n<li>Adults<\/li>\n<li>Reading or relaxing<\/li>\n<li>Hot tub access<\/li>\n<li>Less active pool time<\/li>\n<li>Guests staying near the Magnolia Pool<\/li>\n<li>Calmer Poolside Room locations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Magnolia Pool is a zero-entry pool located in a quieter corner of the resort. It is usually less busy than the Mill Pond Pool and often has fewer children nearby.<\/p>\n<p>The resort\u2019s hot tub is also located at the Magnolia Pool.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-17939\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shades-of-Green-Magnolia-Pool.jpeg\" alt=\"Shades of Green Magnolia Pool and hot tub area\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shades-of-Green-Magnolia-Pool.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shades-of-Green-Magnolia-Pool-600x400.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shades-of-Green-Magnolia-Pool-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shades-of-Green-Magnolia-Pool-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/chip-n-dales-deli-a-convenient-to-shades-of-greens-magnolia-pool\/\">Chip and Dale\u2019s Deli<\/a> is located close to the Magnolia Pool, making it easy to pick up drinks or snacks to enjoy poolside.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Steve\u2019s Perspective:<\/strong> I think the Magnolia Pool is the better choice when you want to slow down. It is not where I would send a family looking for the most kid activity, but it is excellent for a quieter afternoon, a soak in the hot tub, or a break from the noise and pace of the parks.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Pool_Time_Shapes_a_Shades_of_Green_Resort_Day\"><\/span>How Pool Time Shapes a Shades of Green Resort Day<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One thing many first-time guests do not realize is that the pools often become the center of a resort day at Shades of Green.<\/p>\n<p>Shades of Green is a quieter resort. It does not have the same level of themed entertainment, lounges, shopping, nightlife, or public-space activity that you find at some Disney Deluxe Resorts.<\/p>\n<p>That is not a criticism. It is simply part of understanding how the resort works.<\/p>\n<p>On a resort-focused day, families often rotate between the pools, dining locations, and their room. A typical pool day might look something like this:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Breakfast at Garden Gallery, Express Caf\u00e9, or Java Caf\u00e9<\/li>\n<li>Morning swim at Mill Pond or Magnolia Pool<\/li>\n<li>Lunch at Evergreens or takeout from Chip and Dale\u2019s Deli<\/li>\n<li>More pool time in the afternoon<\/li>\n<li>Break in the room<\/li>\n<li>Dinner at the resort, Disney Springs, or a theme park<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This is why the pools matter so much. If you plan a resort day at Shades of Green, the pool area will likely be where much of that day happens.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_You_Book_a_Poolside_Room\"><\/span>Should You Book a Poolside Room?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Poolside Rooms can be a great choice, but only for the right kind of vacation.<\/p>\n<p>All Shades of Green Poolside Rooms are located on the first floor of the Magnolia Wing and face either the Magnolia Pool or Mill Pond Pool. The rooms themselves are identical to Standard Rooms. What you are paying for is location.<\/p>\n<p>If your family plans meaningful pool time, resort days, midday breaks, or easy access to Evergreens, a Poolside Room may be worth the upgrade.<\/p>\n<p>If your vacation is mostly park-focused and you only expect to use the pools once or twice, a Standard Room is probably the better value.<\/p>\n<p><strong>See:<\/strong> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-poolside-rooms\/\">Shades of Green Poolside Rooms<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steves_Best_Summer_Tip_Take_a_Midday_Break\"><\/span>Steve\u2019s Best Summer Tip: Take a Midday Break<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One of my best Shades of Green pool tips is especially useful in the summer: use the pools as part of a midday break from the theme parks.<\/p>\n<p>Hit the parks early and get as much done as possible before the hottest part of the day. Then return to Shades of Green for a nap, a swim, and a change of clothes.<\/p>\n<p>By late afternoon or evening, you will be rested, refreshed, and ready to head back out for dinner, nighttime entertainment, fireworks, or a few more attractions.<\/p>\n<p>This strategy works especially well at Shades of Green because the resort is calm, the rooms are large, and the pool areas make it easy to reset before returning to the parks.<\/p>\n<p><strong>See:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-tips\/walt-disney-world-mid-day-breaks-why-they-matter-and-how-to-plan-them-right\/\">Walt Disney World Mid-Day Breaks: Why They Matter (and How to Plan Them Right)<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Military_Family_Experiences\"><\/span>Military Family Experiences<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The following comments illustrate the survey findings and represent themes that appear repeatedly in guest feedback.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Military_Family_Experience_Family_Pool_Time\"><\/span>Military Family Experience: Family Pool Time<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<blockquote><p>Our kids loved the day we spent at the pool\u2026 especially the slides.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Military_Family_Experience_Magnolia_Pool\"><\/span>Military Family Experience: Magnolia Pool<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<blockquote><p>The quiet pool was empty on the day we visited and really relaxing!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Military_Family_Experience_Mill_Pond_Pool\"><\/span>Military Family Experience: Mill Pond Pool<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<blockquote><p>The Mill Pond Pool was awesome. We loved having Evergreens right there.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Military_Family_Experience_Cleanliness_and_Lifeguards\"><\/span>Military Family Experience: Cleanliness and Lifeguards<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<blockquote><p>Great lifeguards &#8211; always friendly and knowledgeable.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Military_Family_Experience_Realistic_Tradeoff\"><\/span>Military Family Experience: Realistic Tradeoff<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<blockquote><p>We loved it but they closed too early at Mill Pond area.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bottom_Line\"><\/span>Bottom Line<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Both Shades of Green pool areas are excellent, but they serve different purposes.<\/p>\n<p>The Mill Pond Pool is the better fit for families who want the waterslide, splash area, playground, Evergreens access, and a more active pool atmosphere. The Magnolia Pool is the better fit for guests who want a quieter, more relaxed pool experience with hot tub access.<\/p>\n<p>For park-focused trips, the pools may be a pleasant bonus. For resort-focused days, they become one of the most important parts of the entire Shades of Green experience.<\/p>\n<p><!-- ===== START: Shades of Green Pools \u2014 FAQ ===== --><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shades_of_Green_Pools_%E2%80%94_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Shades of Green Pools \u2014 Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_pools_does_Shades_of_Green_have_and_where_are_they\"><\/span>How many pools does Shades of Green have, and where are they?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Shades of Green has two heated outdoor pools: the Mill Pond Pool and the Magnolia Pool. Both are located adjacent to the Magnolia Wing.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Shades_of_Green_pool_is_best_for_families_with_children\"><\/span>Which Shades of Green pool is best for families with children?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Mill Pond Pool is usually the best choice for families with children because it has the waterslide, kids\u2019 splash area, nearby playground, and Evergreens Sports Bar &amp; Grill close by.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Shades_of_Green_pool_is_quieter\"><\/span>Which Shades of Green pool is quieter?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Magnolia Pool is traditionally the quieter pool and is usually the better choice for guests looking for a calmer, more relaxing pool experience.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Shades_of_Green_have_a_waterslide\"><\/span>Does Shades of Green have a waterslide?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes. The waterslide is located at the Mill Pond Pool.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Shades_of_Green_have_a_kids_splash_area\"><\/span>Does Shades of Green have a kids\u2019 splash area?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes. The kids\u2019 splash area is located at the Mill Pond Pool.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Shades_of_Green_have_a_hot_tub\"><\/span>Does Shades of Green have a hot tub?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes. The resort\u2019s hot tub is located at the Magnolia Pool.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_lifeguards_on_duty_at_Shades_of_Green_pools\"><\/span>Are lifeguards on duty at Shades of Green pools?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes. Lifeguards are on duty at both Shades of Green pools.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_get_food_and_drinks_near_the_pools\"><\/span>Can I get food and drinks near the pools?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes. Evergreens Sports Bar &amp; Grill is located near the Mill Pond Pool, and Chip and Dale\u2019s Deli is located near the Magnolia Pool.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Shades_of_Green_Poolside_Rooms_worth_it\"><\/span>Are Shades of Green Poolside Rooms worth it?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Poolside Rooms are worth considering if your family plans to spend meaningful time at the pools, take resort days, or use midday breaks. If your vacation is mostly park-focused, a Standard Room is probably the better value.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_pool_is_better_for_a_resort_day\"><\/span>Which pool is better for a resort day?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Mill Pond Pool is usually better for active family resort days, while the Magnolia Pool is better for quieter resort days. Many families use both during the same trip.<\/p>\n<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<p><!-- ===== JSON-LD: FAQPage for Pools ===== --><\/p>\n<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"How many pools does Shades of Green have, and where are they?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Shades of Green has two heated outdoor pools: the Mill Pond Pool and the Magnolia Pool. 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