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Create a Bucket List of Winter Activities in the Poconos

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Create a Bucket List of Winter Activities in the Poconos

A group snowshoeing, one of the top winter activities in the Poconos.

There is nothing better than waking up and seeing the ground covered by a fresh blanket of snow. For anyone who loves spending as much time in the snow as possible or enjoying quintessential winter activities, there’s no better place to visit than Woodloch. Once the temperatures start to cool, we work to bring our guests endless winter activities at our premier family resort in the Poconos.

A List of 6 Things to Do in the Poconos in the Winter

Our Poconos resort is found in the charming town of Hawley. During the winter, average daily highs sit around the mid-30s, and snow accumulation can really add up. These conditions mean you and your family can get out and enjoy some of the best things to do during the winter. One of the huge perks of making our Poconos resort your winter home base is we have snow-making equipment. This means that if Mother Nature isn’t on her game, you don’t have to worry about a lack of snow impacting your adventures.

  1. See who can fly down the snow tubing hill the fastest. Our lakefront area is transformed into a winter wonderland, perfect for this classic activity. We even host several snow-tubing contests.
  2. If your family is competitive, sign up for our Winter Olympics. The relay-style events are designed for all ages, which means everyone can join in on the fun.
  3. Venture away from Woodloch to visit Ski Big Bear. With 18 trails, seven lifts, and three Magic Carpet lifts, this Pennsylvania ski mountain is a go-to place for winter fun.
  4. Go for a magical ride on The Stourbridge Line. There are several seasonal outings to choose from, including the Santa Christmas Tree Express and Pocono Winter Wonderland Express.
  5. See if you can wow the judges during winter-themed Bakery Wars. Don’t forget to incorporate the secret ingredient as you battle the clock to bring your masterpiece to life.
  6. Bundle up and fill a thermos with hot chocolate, then set off to take in the annual Festival of Lights. Offered Thanksgiving through New Years, the half-mile trail features colorful displays you can experience from the comfort of a wagon ride.

For even more winter fun, check our tentative activity schedule.

Plan Your Snowy Getaway to Woodloch

With endless winter activities to enjoy in the Poconos, you never have to worry about hearing someone say they’re bored during your stay at Woodloch. Start planning your visit by looking into our incredible all-inclusive experience and availability. If you need help reserving your stay, our helpful and experienced team is here for you! Call 570-685-8000 to speak with someone today.

Set Off and Explore the Poconos on a Pennsylvania Tour

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Set Off and Explore the Poconos on a Pennsylvania Tour

A boat on a lake that takes vacationers out on a Pennsylvania tour.

For anyone planning a visit to Woodloch, it won’t take long to discover the endless adventure that awaits you. Our all-inclusive resort features countless on-site activities and amenities designed for both kids and kids at heart. Have fun seeing how many of the daily things to do you can fit into one visit. For extra fun that’ll have you discovering some of what makes the Poconos such a popular vacation destination, reserve your spot on a Pennsylvania tour.

What to Know about 3 Poconos Outings

While there is certainly nothing wrong with heading out on a self-guided tour, sometimes nothing is better than letting an expert take the lead. There are numerous excursions led by knowledgeable guides that showcase the beauty of the Pocono Mountains region.

  1. One of the best options is open to our guests. Go for a cruise on a scenic boat ride along Lake Teddyuskung. The friendly skipper will tell you about our resort as you take in beautiful views of the mountain lake.
  2. For more of a day trip option, perfect for those planning a getaway with girlfriends, check out Renegade Wine Tours. Sample locally-made vino at places found along the Pocono Wine Trail. There are three different tours to pick from, which means you can select the one that fits your group’s itinerary best.
  3. Northeast Wilderness Experience (NEWE) has several guided tours to check out. Their adventures include mountain biking, hiking, and more. The best thing about this option is all their trips are custom to you and your group.

Discover Endless Things to Do at Woodloch

No matter how long your stay at Woodloch is, you’ll never run out of things to do and see. Set off on a guided tour to learn more about our slice of Pennsylvania, or catch one of our mystifying magic shows. Get a headstart on mapping out all you want to do during your stay by checking out our tentative activity schedules. 

In addition to activities the whole family will love, our Poconos resort features everything you could want from a premier resort. As part of our all-inclusive experience, you have access to world-class dining and several lodging options. We also offer an unbeatable vacation rental experience. To start planning your visit, check our availability and look into which type of getaway fits your group best.

Woodloch Add-Ons: Paintball in the Poconos

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Woodloch Add-Ons: Paintball in the Poconos

Experience exhilarating fun for the whole family this summer at Woodloch! Take advantage of over 30 daily activities and unlock even more adventures with our additional offerings. Add paintballing to your Woodloch itinerary and challenge your family to skirmishes along the scenic backdrop of the Pocono mountains. What are you waiting for? It’s time for paintball in the Poconos!

Paintball in the Poconos at Woodloch

Sign up for Woodloch’s paintball skirmishes! The sprawling woodland terrain becomes your battleground, with strategically placed obstacles and forts creating an immersive and challenging environment. The cost is $40 for one hour, and you are guaranteed at least three skirmishes. Here are a few rules and regulations for your paintball skirmish:

  • Please wear closed-toe shoes
  • You must be over the age of 11 to participate (participants under the age of 18 must have a guardian present to sign the waiver)
  • Only Woodloch equipment is allowed
  • You must arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled time
  • Two hundred fifty paintballs, camo suit, paintball mask, and paintball gun included. 

Paintball Games

Experience the adrenaline-pumping action of our paintball games with options like:

  • Speed Ball: Teams start on opposite ends of the field and try to get to the home base without getting shot. The team with the most players on the other team’s base wins!
  • Capture the Flag: This is a classic game where you capture the other team’s flags and try to return them to your home base without getting shot.
  • Survivor: Go head-to-head with the competing team until one squad is eliminated.

Book Your Poconos Family Getaway Today!

Paintballing in the Poconos is a great way to kick off your family getaway at Woodloch! But, if you don’t want to pay for additional offerings, don’t worry; we offer 30 daily activities and amenities across the campus with your all-inclusive package. Learn more about what’s included in your getaway and browse our summer availability before booking!

Try Our New Escape Room: To Woodloch and Beyond

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Try Our New Escape Room: To Woodloch and Beyond

To Woodloch and Beyond: The newest escape room is open!

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!