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Try Our New Escape Room: To Woodloch and Beyond

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Try Our New Escape Room: To Woodloch and Beyond

One of the best things about a Woodloch vacation is that you can visit us repeatedly and never do the same thing twice! We have recently opened our newest escape room, and we are thrilled for families to try our latest challenge. See if you have what it takes to solve our unique escape rooms before the time runs out!

To Woodloch and Beyond

To Woodloch and Beyond takes our guests to a land of monsters, toys, and imagination in our newest escape room! In this room, toys have gone missing from Mandy’s bedroom, and your family will have one hour to get the toys back to their rightful spot. You will have two free hints to help you along the way before the evil neighbor, Eric Benny, gets his hands on the toys and blasts them into infinity and beyond!

Deja Vu Escape Room

We also have a Deja Vu Escape Room, which takes our guests on a roller coaster through the decades. Your family will have 60 minutes to find time capsules from each decade to put the timeline back in order!

How to Book Your Escape Room

Keep in mind that our escape rooms are add-on activities and cost $100 per group. The maximum number of participants per group is 12, and rooms are recommended for ages 11 and up. Download the Woodloch App and sign up for your escape room time by clicking schedule activities. Our app makes it easy to plan your activities throughout your stay!

The Woodloch Experience

Your all-inclusive getaway includes everything you need at one convenient price, such as:

Accommodations: Choose from over 160 guest rooms that accommodate up to six people.
Dining & Meal Plans: Don’t worry about cooking on vacation with our meal plan, offering delicious options for every taste palate at all three meals.
Activities & Amenities: 30 activities are offered daily, including nightly entertainment and amenities across the campus to enjoy year-round.

Plan your family getaway in the Poconos and try our Woodloch escape rooms today!

What’s New for 2023 at Woodloch?

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What’s New for 2023 at Woodloch?

Even though the new year is just getting started, our team at Woodloch has been hard at work putting together new and exciting attractions for 2023! Join us as we celebrate 65 years of family fun in the Poconos with a brand-new escape room, updated Olympic events, new scavenger hunts, and Theme Show. Here are a few new Woodloch activities you can look forward to this year!

New Escape Room Coming February 2023

Our escape rooms are a family favorite, and we are excited to announce our newest room, To Woodloch and Beyond. Take your family to a land of monsters, toys, and imagination, and see if you can return all the toys to their shelves before the time runs out!

New Winter Olympics Events

Six brand new winter Olympic events are coming to Woodloch! Gather your family and friends and see if you have what it takes to win gold. Our latest events include snow soccer, winter bean bag tosses, and snow tube races.

Generation Gap Trivia

Our latest trivia adventure takes you through the generations to finally settle which generation is best. Test your knowledge in entertainment, history, sports, and people categories.

2023 Theme Show

Our Broadway-style theme show for 2023 will pay homage to all things California. The California Dreamin show will be hosted on Saturday evenings in the Heritage Nightclub. You can expect musical numbers across all genres, from country rock to pop.

Experience What’s New at Woodloch in 2023!

Visit us in person and discover all the brand-new Woodloch activities in 2023 for yourself! In addition to our new attractions, you can expect the same tradition of excellence and hospitality with all of our amenities and resort offerings. Browse through our special packages throughout the year to learn more about how you can save on your next family vacation!

Woodloch Winters: Then & Now

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Woodloch Winters: “Then & Now”

It might be hard to believe, but Woodloch is just about to enter its 64th winter! Though times have changed between now and then, the premise of getting away to the legendary and esteemed Pocono Mountains for a little bit of winter playtime is just as fun as ever.

Way back when, the idea of a winter vacation meant packing up the family roadster, ensuring that snow chains were on the ready, and making the long trek to the Pennsylvania woods. Upon arriving at Woodloch, guests were greeted by the Kiesendahl family and, with a little luck, mountains of freshly fallen snow. Patrons enjoyed horse drawn sleigh rides, sledding, and, of course, the legendary toboggan run onto the lake!

Nights consisted of warming up in the Main Lodge with a fireplace, wintry cocktails and live dance music from our famous house bands. Life was good and carefree, up until it was time to dig up the car from under the snowfall to start the long journey back home!

Flash forward to today. Much of the winter charm from days gone remains, with one exception. Through the wonder of science and technology, we have less dependence on Mother Nature to provide us with snow! Once temperatures become cold enough (consistently below 20 degrees or more), Woodloch is able to fire up our snow cannons and fluff up some powder of our own, on demand! So much, in fact, that an entire snow tube mountain is constructed on our lake front every year; no more rough landings onto the rocky
ice of the lake!

In winter, our famous athletic field becomes a snow-covered playground and plays host to the celebrated Woodloch Winter Olympics! Plus, famous Pocono Mountain skiing and snowboarding is just a short 15 minute trip down the road at Big Bear Ski Resort!

Whether it’s your first visit to the resort during winter or one of many dating back from the beginning, there’s no denying the sheer magic of a cold-month stay at Woodloch!

Magical Places to Visit in Pennsylvania During Winter

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Magical Places to Visit in Pennsylvania During Winter

Are you searching for magical places to visit in Pennsylvania in winter? Families of nature lovers can find the perfect winter getaway in the Pocono Mountains with Woodloch. Our family resort in the Poconos offers unlimited winter fun both on and off the resort, from snowshoeing to snow tubing. Today, we will highlight some of the most magical destinations just a short drive away from Woodloch!

Explore the Charming Town of Hawley

Make the fifteen-minute drive to Hawley, and explore the charming town of Hawley under a magical blanket of snow. Stroll along the downtown and browse through antique shops and Penny Lane Candies & Candles for sweet treats.

Join The Stourbridge Line for a fun winter train ride through the Poconos! There’s nothing more magical than taking in the natural beauty of the mountains during the winter.

Explore the Great Outdoors

Eagle Watch Bus Tour

Every winter, the Delaware Highlands Conservancy offers scenic drives through the region in search of eagles. Learn all about eagles and observe them in their natural habitat together for a one-of-a-kind winter adventure!

Promised Land State Park

Promised Land State Park is 30 minutes from Woodloch, offering 3,000 acres for winter exploration:

Head to the Bruce Lake Natural Area and Conservation Island for the best snowshoeing trails.
Take advantage of more than 23 miles of groomed snowmobile trails.
Take your family ice skating at Promised Land Lake.

Ski Big Bear

Ski Big Bear is just 15 minutes from Woodloch, offering 18 ski trails, seven lifts, three magic carpet lifts, and 650 feet of vertical. Reserve our Ski & Stay package at Woodloch and receive a 15% discount on lift tickets!

The Perfect Winter Getaway at Woodloch

If you are a family looking for the best places to visit in Pennsylvania in winter, look no further than Woodloch. We offer endless winter recreation on and off the property to keep your family entertained throughout the season. Check out our availability and book your Poconos winter getaway at Woodloch today!

The Best Poconos Fall Foliage Hikes near Woodloch

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The Best Poconos Fall Foliage Hikes near Woodloch

Photo of family sitting admiring view of the Poconos fall foliage

The Poconos are beautiful year-round, but there is a certain magic to the fall season that cannot be missed. Don’t miss the fall happenings at Woodloch and the wealth of Poconos Mountains hiking trails near our family resort. We offer many trail systems where you can see phenomenal Poconos fall foliage less than an hour from Woodloch. Discover the spectacular waterfalls, lakes, wildlife, and lush plants at one of these local hiking spots:

Shuman Blue Loop

Down the road from Woodloch, you can find several trails in the charming town of Hawley. This trail loops around Lake Wallenpaupack, offering an undeveloped place to hike with the sounds and sights of nature. This easy three-mile loop is flat and easy for families with young kids.

Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary

The Dorflinger Wildlife Sanctuary is a beautiful destination for a fall hike on 600 acres of preserved land. There are seven well-maintained walking trails that wind through the forest, highlighted by vibrant foliage. While you’re here, you can also explore the Glass Museum and discover the history of White Mills.

Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River

The Upper Delaware Recreational River is the dividing boundary between Pennsylvania and New York. The park is a significant natural and cultural site with an impressive ecological diversity that is home to abundant wildlife and natural features. Discover all the hikes available in Upper Delaware here. Or see the Poconos fall foliage from the water by planning a day paddle on the Delaware River.

Promised Land State Park

Just over half an hour from Woodloch, you can find endless fall hiking trails at Promised Land State Park. The park includes 3,000 acres and 50 miles of hiking trails through forests of beech, oak, maple, and hemlock trees. We recommend Little Falls Trail, where you can see several small cascades on Wallenpaupack Creek, surrounded by colorful foliage.

Witness the Poconos Fall Foliage near Woodloch

During your Woodloch vacation this fall, we encourage you to get outside and explore the great outdoors. Make a short drive to Hawley for a quick hike or spend the day exploring endless trails at Promised Land State Park. Wherever you decide to explore, you will be greeted by beautiful Poconos fall foliage on the trails. Check out our special offers and plan your autumn vacation today!

A Day in the Life at Woodloch: Summer Edition

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A Day in the Life at Woodloch: Summer Edition

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Woodloch offers a family vacation experience like nowhere else. Every day brings new and exciting activities that keep the fun rolling all summer long. Whether you’ve been to Woodloch dozens of times or are a first-time guest, you can always find new activities that make every vacation unique and unforgettable. Every day at our family resort offers over 30 scheduled activities and events. In addition to daily activities, we have resort amenities such as outdoor pools, climbing walls, and go-carts open all summer long. Read on to discover a day in the life at Woodloch from morning to evening.

Morning

Every morning at Woodloch starts with a delicious breakfast in our dining room. Afterward, you will have a wealth of activities to kick off your vacation such as:

Woodloch Survivor Lake Games
Bocce Board Contest
Kids Club Scavenger Hunt
Scenic Boat Tours
Archery Tag Tournament
Target Soccer Tournament

Afternoon

After competing in one of our morning tournaments and refueling for lunch, you will have more fun waiting for you and your family in the afternoon. Please keep in mind that you need to sign up for certain activities using the Woodloch app.

Family Bowling Contest
Figure it Out, TV Game, and Name That Tune Contests
Volleyball and Beanbag Tournament
Kids Jewelry Making
Waterskiing
Woodloch Award Show

Evening Entertainment

When the sun goes down, you can join our complimentary entertainment in the nightclub. We premier a new Broadway-style theme show annually, and this year we are hosting “Islands of the World.” This musical production is for all ages and features all types of music, dancers, and even pyrotechnics.

Amenities Available Daily

Besides our scheduled activities, you can also find plenty of resort amenities that keep the action going from dawn to dusk. No matter when you visit Woodloch during the summer, you can always expect these fun activities:

Go-Carts for adults and kids
Archery range
Climbing wall
Bumper car complex
Indoor forest playground
Indoor & outdoor pools
Disc golf course

A Summer Getaway at Woodloch

Remember that this is a sample itinerary of activities available at Woodloch during the summer. For the complete list of things to do and daily information, refer to the activity sheet. Check out our summer availability, and if you can’t find a weekend that works for you, visit us next summer at Woodloch!