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Plan a Poconos Summer Vacation at Woodloch

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Plan a Poconos Summer Vacation at Woodloch

Photo of people on the lake enjoying a poconos summer vacation

Sadly, the summer season is coming to an end, but there is still time for a Poconos summer vacation. Before the kids go back to school in the fall, why not plan an end-of-summer getaway at Woodloch? Our resort is an excellent place to kick back and enjoy the summer sunshine on the water with the whole family. Soak up the sun while kayaking Lake Teedyuskung or participate in various water games. There is no shortage of amenities and activities to wrap up the season at Woodloch. Read on to learn more about why Woodloch is the perfect setting for summer fun on the water. 

On the Shores of Lake Teedyuskung

Woodloch is located on the shores of the beautiful Lake Teedyuskung, providing direct access for all guests. We have various watercraft to explore the lake, including rowboats, kayaks, sailboats, and paddleboards. You must be 13 or older to use the boats alone, but children seven and up can ride as passengers. Our bumper boats are essentially bumper cars on the water and are a favorite family activity at Woodloch. Spend time on the beach and zip down the lakeside waterslide. Woodloch’s spring-fed lake is also a popular spot to fish for sunfish, bass, catfish, bluegill, perch, and occasional lake trout. Spend time on the lake this summer and follow the links below to learn more about the water activities at Woodloch. 

Summer Games & Events

The events and activities at Woodloch change with the seasons. The summer months host exciting games like Family Double Dare games with waterslides, dunk tanks, and snack challenges. Or embark on six splash-tastic challenges during the pool games. Finally, the Woodloch Summer Olympics are one of the most popular family events at the resort. Follow the links to find out more about these exciting summer games. 

End of Season Poconos Summer Vacation

It’s not too late to plan your Poconos summer vacation at Woodloch. Spend the remaining summer days on Lake Teedyuskung and enjoy all of our amenities and activities at our all-inclusive resort. Take a much-needed retreat to the Poconos and make your reservations here.

5 Reasons Why You Should Book a Vacation at our Poconos All-Inclusive Family Resort

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5 Reasons Why You Should Book a Vacation at our Poconos All-Inclusive Family Resort

Photo of people on the lake at our Poconos all inclusive family resort

After being distanced from our families this past year, rebuilding connections with loved ones is more critical than ever. Our Poconos, all-inclusive, family resort is the best place to book your vacation. But why is an all-inclusive resort great for a family vacation? Having everything included in your stay makes planning your vacation a breeze, all you have to do is show up, and we’ll do the rest! Your all-inclusive experience includes exciting daily activities, a dining meal plan, nightly entertainment, the best amenities, and spacious accommodations. Read on to discover why Woodloch is the best vacation destination for families. 

1. Exciting Daily Activities 

The team at Woodloch brings families closer together with our exciting daily activities. From archery tag to bakery wars, Woodloch has it all. Families love exploring our expansive property on scavenger hunts together. Our activities change every day, so every vacation at Woodloch is unique.

2. Included Meal Plan

The all-inclusive Woodloch experience includes a delicious meal for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The dining options change daily and have a variety of options made fresh by our staff. We provide the highest quality products and purchase local products whenever possible. Some possible dinner options include lobster ravioli, honey bourbon pork, and vegetarian Margherita pasta, and much more! You can find the daily menu options here. 

3. Amazing Entertainment

When the sun sets in the Poconos, exciting entertainment comes alive at Woodloch. Entertainment for kids and kids at heart can include magicians, balloon artists, live music, comedians, and more. We also have acoustic music at the fire pit and late-night trivia games for ages 16 and up. The entertainment at Woodloch keeps the fun going with our fantastic nightlife activities. 

4. The Best Amenities

One of the best things about an all-inclusive vacation is all of the on-site amenities available to guests. We have so much for the family to enjoy during your stay that you will never have to leave the resort. From miniature golf to bumper cars, you will find endless opportunities for family bonding. 

5. Signature Accommodations

Our signature accommodations are perfect for any group size. Our Deluxe Lakeview rooms are the most popular choice and can sleep up to six guests. The two-bedroom Edgewater Suites can sleep up to 12 people, ideal for larger families or groups. If you want more space for your getaway with the conveniences of home, check out our vacation rentals here. No matter what size group you have, we have the perfect accommodations at Woodloch. 

Poconos All-Inclusive Family Resort

Now that you know all about what’s included in the all-inclusive experience, it’s time to start planning your next family vacation at Woodloch. When you visit Woodloch, we strive to make you feel at home. So make a reservation today, and we will see you at the resort!

A Tradition of Excellence and Hospitality at Woodloch

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A Tradition of Excellence and Hospitality at Woodloch

Photo of Woodloch's original vacation property

It started over 60 years ago when a Long Island couple saw an ad in a newspaper for a small resort on the shores of a private Pennsylvania lake. Harry and Mary Kiesendahl jumped on this opportunity, and the whole family packed their bags for the Poconos. The original resort included 12 acres of land and could accommodate 40 guests. Woodloch has always been a family business with a commitment to hospitality. Since 1958 the goal has been the same; we treat our guests as company in our own home. Visit us at Woodloch, and discover why our tradition of excellence and hospitality makes us the number one family resort in America. 

Continuing the Woodloch Tradition

Our Poconos family resort a place where traditions are made by continuing the Woodloch commitment of dedication, enthusiasm, and friendliness. Generations of families return to Woodloch every year to spend quality time reconnecting with their loved ones. Today we have over 1,000 acres and can accommodate over 1200 guests, a far cry from our humble beginnings. The all-inclusive experience at Woodloch makes it possible for families to come together. Our passion for hospitality is the reason for our success, and we owe it all to a newspaper ad from 1958.

The Woodloch Experience

What sets Woodloch apart from any other family resort? It all comes back to this tradition of excellence and hospitality. Families can sit down for group meals with our dining plan and feel right at home in our spacious accommodations. Our activities and daily entertainment are fun for the whole family and keep people coming back year after year. Follow the links below to discover all the fun and exciting activities at Woodloch. 

The Best Poconos Family Resorts

You have to visit Woodloch for yourself to experience our hospitable tradition in action. We would love to host your next family vacation. Visit our reservations page here to check our current availability.

Harry’s Lakeside Scoops Open For Business!

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Harry’s Lakeside Scoops: Open For Business!

It’s been a pretty warm summer. That’s for sure. It very much brings my mind back to “the dog days of summer” of my youth. 

In days past, there was no more welcome sound in the summer heat than the faint “ting-a-ling-ling” of the neighborhood friendly ice cream truck, rolling up to your block to deliver much-needed relief from the heat to children (and children at heart) of the neighborhood.

Maybe you had long known what your next frozen treat off the truck would be, or perhaps it happened to be a “gametime” decision.  Your choice not only brought instant joy to your tastebuds, but clearly, forged lifetime memories that bring all of us back to a simpler time in our lives. 

Woodloch is proud to bring some of that nostalgic magic back. We are proud to announce the opening of “Harry’s Lakeside Scoops,” the newest addition to our resort. Our all-new ice cream stand, nestled just between our lakefront and pool area and overlooking our historic Teahouse Dock, is open for business!

“THE SCOOP”

For the first time ever, Woodloch’s guests will be able to enjoy a pleasant array of frosty delights, including soft-serve and hard ice cream cones, homemade ice cream sandwiches, “Boomer Bites” and of course, ice cold drinks. Not to mention toppings galore- you can make your favorite sundaes! Best of all, all of the ice cream served is 100% homemade right here in our bakery. Flavors such as chocolate chip mint, cookie dough and the world-famous CRUMB CAKE ice cream will be available on demand- no need to wait for dessert!

HARRY’S LEGACY

Since Woodloch is all about tradition, our new building holds an extra special place in our hearts. “Harry’s Lakeside Scoops” is named after our patriarch and founder, Harry Kiesendahl. Long before he found himself in the resort business, Harry served as the beloved neighborhood Good Humor Ice Cream man for many years in his hometown on Long Island, New York. He later opened his own “Paradise Sweet Shop” in Huntington, New York. The shop featured homemade pies (proudly baked by the lovely Mary Kiesendahl), a wide array of goodies and of course, ice cream! Legend has it the shop had the thickest and best milkshakes in town- all served with Woodloch’s warm hospitality, while our resort was still just a proverbial twinkle in the eye!

Harry Kiesendahl (left) and his brother Joe at the Paradise Sweet Shop in Huntington, NY.

“Uncle” Harry’s legacy of coupling enticing desserts with the Woodloch brand of hospitality we know and love makes Harry’s Lakeside Scoops a welcome addition to our resort! We look forward to bringing all sorts of frozen goodness to the shores of Lake Teedyuskung this summer- be sure to drop on by!