Hi Amaris!
Welcome to planDisney! It sounds like you have a wonderful birthday planned for your daughter enjoying the
horseback riding at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort! One of my panelist pals,
Elaine, recently did this and shared her experience on the
planDisney Instagram page which may be helpful to give you a sneak peek at what to expect.
Amaris, Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort is home to both
cabins and
campsites available for guests to reserve, but also features a variety of recreational activities open to anyone. I like to think of it as a bit of a hidden gem for guests looking to do something a little different than the theme parks on their visit to Walt Disney World Resort. In addition to horseback riding, you'll also find that you can visit the horses at
Tri-Circle D Ranch and take a wagon or carriage ride around the property. While the swimming pools on the property are reserved for guests of the resort, you can enjoy some time on the water with
canoe or
kayak rentals. If your family enjoys outdoor sports, there are opportunities for
fishing and
archery at Fort Wilderness. Some of these recommend advanced reservations so I encourage you to take a look at ones that may interest you before your visit. Did you know that the fun even continues as the sun sets? You can see the Happily Ever After fireworks from the beach area and even enjoy an evening
campfire with Chip and Dale?
I chatted with a friendly Cast Member today who confirmed that you'll be able to find a picnic area near the stables which is open for day guests to enjoy while visiting the resort. If you'd rather leave the cooking to Mickey and friends, there are a few options as well.
Trails End Restaurant is a Quick-Service location featuring a variety of menu items including things like fried chicken, ribs, and burgers. You can take advantage of
Mobile Food and Beverage Ordering in your
My Disney Experience Mobile App at this location to limit your time waiting in line for your food to be prepared. As an additional celebration for your daughter's birthday, you may want to see if reservations are still available at the
Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue dinner show. Not only will you have a wonderful dinner, but the added entertainment will certainly make for a rootin' tootin' good time.
Amaris, I hope this helps you plan a fabulous birthday for your daughter! Please stop by and see us again at planDisney with any other vacation planning questions you have in the future!
Cheers,
Kristi