Welcome to planDisney, Caitlin.
I'm so pleased you stopped by to be our Guest. What a fantastic way to start your Disney day!
Caitlin, you'll be pleased to know that you shouldn't have any problem making your dining reservation. When you arrive at the parking lot entrance, simply explain to the Cast Member that you have a dining reservation. You might have to show them proof on your
My Disney Experience Mobile App. You'll want to arrive at the Magic Kingdom Park parking lot nice and early. I would recommend allowing yourself 30 minutes to get from the parking lot to the park entrance. You'll need to park, walk to the Transportation and Ticket Center, and then hop on either a ferry boat or the monorail to get to the entrance of
Magic Kingdom Park. You'll be reassured to know that there's a specific entrance for Guests who have dining reservations and who need to enter Magic Kingdom Park before it officially opens. Look out for a sign designating this entrance. You can always ask any Cast Member and they can direct you.
One of the coolest things about having such an early dining reservation is that, on your way to the restaurant, you'll get to walk through Magic Kingdom Park when it's virtually empty. This will give you a great opportunity to capture some brilliant photos.
I hope you have a wonderful trip, Caitlin. TTFN, ta-ta for now.
Mike