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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. 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: 

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!

A Late Summer Vacation in Pennsylvania at Woodloch

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A Late Summer Vacation in Pennsylvania at Woodloch

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Reservations for summer vacations at Woodloch are filling up fast this year. Even though availability is limited, you can still find several weekends open during late summer into fall. And if you are looking for availability for specific weekends, you can join our summer waitlist to get notified if your desired weekend at Woodloch frees up. Our vacation rentals at Woodloch Springs have the most availability this summer, so we will be sharing the benefits of staying in our Poconos vacation rentals below. Plan your late summer vacation in Pennsylvania at Woodloch today!

Woodloch Pines Properties

Our Woodloch Pines property features three types of rooms in the Greenbriar and Mountain Laurel buildings. The Deluxe Lakeview Rooms and Edgewater Suites offer hotel-style units with two queen beds, a pullout couch, and a private balcony. And if you are looking for more space with your family, we recommend the Two Bedroom Edgewater Suites. 

On Property Homes

Woodloch Pines also offers three spacious vacation rentals, including Lake Estates, Southwoods, and Tallwoods. Lake Estates offers five bedrooms for up to 12 guests that want privacy and luxury. The Southwoods homes are located in a private cul-de-sac offering first-class amenities for families. Finally, Tallwoods offer a luxurious three-bedroom escape at Woodloch Pines.

Woodloch Springs Vacation Rentals

Some of our Woodloch Springs vacation rentals are still available this summer. These homes range in size from two to five bedrooms. You can expect amenities like fully equipped kitchens, outdoor decks, gas grills, washers, and dryers. Our Cedar vacation rental is the smallest option for up to six guests, and our Redwood property is the largest, with room for 12 guests.

Browse our Summer Availability at Woodloch

Browse our summer availability here, and if you can’t find the weekend, you’re looking for, sign up for our waitlist. Or consider visiting us in the fall or winter! Every season offers new and exciting activities, from our Halloween-themed activities to our Festival of the Lights in the winter. If you have any questions about booking your summer vacation in Pennsylvania at Woodloch, please contact us at 1800-966-3562.

Summer Events & New Additions at Woodloch

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Summer Events & New Additions at Woodloch

At Woodloch, we are always coming up with new ways to improve the guest experience at our resort. And Summer 2022 will be one for the books, with several additions your family is sure to love. We can’t wait to introduce you to our brand new adventure playground and the revamped versions of Woodloch classics like scavenger hunts and pool games. Read on to discover all the latest activities and summer events coming to Woodloch this year!

What’s New at Woodloch this Summer?

Adventure Playground

We are incredibly excited to introduce our new Adventure Playground with plenty of obstacles to keep the fun going all summer long. You can find this brand new ropes playground next to our outdoor skating rink. 

Deja Vu Escape Room

See if you can solve our newest escape room this summer, Deja Vu. This escape room will take you back to 1958, where you will have to solve a series of puzzles to get back to the present. 

Woodloch’s Mega-Tag

Woodloch’s Mega-Tag combines all your favorite competitions such as Steal the Bacon, Capture the Flag, and Flag Football. Two teams will navigate the obstacle course to capture the beacon and bring it back to the home base.

New Summer Events & Games

2022 Woodloch Carnival

Our 2022 Woodloch Carnival is back with a new exciting theme and events. This year, we present British Mania, where we go across the pond for fun games and great music. 

Survival Lake Games

We hosted our first ever Survival Weekend at Woodloch this year, and we are rolling the fun into summer. The Survival Lake Games feature six events that will put your athletic ability and mental fortitude to the test. You can expect events like obstacle courses and giant mazes. 

Treasure Hunt Six

We are excited to offer a brand new Treasure Hunt at Woodloch this summer! The puzzle will include cryptogram riddles that you must decipher to find the treasure.

Summer Fun for Everyone in 2022!

We can’t wait to share our new additions and summer events at Woodloch! Gather the family for endless fun, from treasure hunts to escape rooms. Our summer reservations are filling up fast; check our availability here and start planning your getaway with us today!

Attend the 2022 Woodloch Carnival!

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Attend the 2022 Woodloch Carnival!

Summer is right around the corner, and we are preparing for another incredible season at Woodloch. Summer brings our annual carnival where your family can try their luck at games to win fun prizes and souvenirs. This year we are hosting the British Mania Woodloch Carnival every week from May through September. Gather your family and friends and join us for classic carnival games with a twist like board games and mini pinball. See if you have what it takes to win at Woodloch this summer!

British Mania Carnival

Every summer, we develop a new and unique theme for our carnivals at Woodloch. We travel across the pond this year and bring British Mania to our family resort. Compete in our games to win golden tickets for items at our prize booth. We will be listing our available items online and on the Woodloch app soon so you can see what you can win! Here are a few games you can expect this summer:

  • Message in a Bottle: This is the classic floating duck pond game where you pick a duck to win a prize
  • Zombies: Celebrate the time of the season with fun, family-friendly board games
  • Eyes Without a Face: This carnival game involves shooting a ball off a board into different holes for points
  • Yellow Submarine: We couldn’t have British mania without a Beatles reference. Yellow Submarine is a putting game the whole family will love.
  • Name that Tune: Test your music knowledge with our carnival edition of Name that Tune
  • Pinball Wizard: Who is a pinball wizard? You are with our mini-pinball game!
  • Iron Maiden: This game is like PLINKO only with an exciting twist.

A Summer of Rock N Roll at Woodloch

Our British Mania Carnival will feature entertainment in the evening as well. After you’ve collected all your tickets from the day, head inside for live music. We are excited to welcome Xtreme Queen, one of the best tribute bands, to our resort this summer! This Queen tribute band will rock the stage all summer long with featured hits like Bohemian Rhapsody, We Will Rock You, and Radio Gaga.

The British Mania Carnival will be taking place weekly at Woodloch from May-September. Keep up to date with the 2022 carnival on Woodloch the Edge. We can’t wait to see you this summer at Woodloch!