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The Ultimate Family Resort: Award-Winning Woodloch

The Woodloch Resort family is not one to hoard awards or revel in its accomplishments. Every award, accolade, and five-star review is the product of decades of hard work, creativity, ingenuity, and a passion for family bonding. Last year, we received perhaps our most prestigious award yet: the title of “Best Family Resort in America,” according to USA Today. We can’t pinpoint just one thing that won them over; perhaps it was our delicious, family-style meals or our countless daily activities? Every time we earn such high praise, the team as a collective whole feels humbled and honored to be listed alongside other amazing properties. Day in and day out, our team of staff are committed to making Woodloch the best family resort in the country.

The Woodloch Resort family is not one to hoard awards or revel in its accomplishments. Every award, accolade, and five-star review is the product of decades of hard work, creativity, ingenuity, and a passion for family bonding. Last year, we received perhaps our most prestigious award yet: the title of “Best Family Resort in America,” according to USA Today. We can’t pinpoint just one thing that won them over; perhaps it was our delicious, family-style meals or our countless daily activities? Every time we earn such high praise, the team as a collective whole feels humbled and honored to be listed alongside other amazing properties. Day in and day out, our team of staff are committed to making Woodloch the best family resort in the country.

A True All-Inclusive Family Resort in Hawley, PA

Below, you’ll find eight awards that we’ve received over the past few years. We believe that this collection of accolades perfectly encapsulates what makes Woodloch Resort so uniquely alluring. As one of the only award-winning, all-inclusive resorts near New York City, it’s worth providing a little background into each honor.

The Best Family Resort in America, USA Today

As stated above, this award meant a lot to the entire Woodloch family. A few things stand out with this award: we’re the only resort in the article within 315 miles of New York City, and a panel of experts spent countless hours curating the list.

#1 Classic American Family Resort, ResortsandLodges.com

We like to think that we’re a “classic” American family resort, so this award is particularly heartwarming. Families have the rare opportunity to unplug from today’s digital world and enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, such as water skiing, rock climbing, and archery.

Top 25 Hotels in the U.S., TripAdvisor

Anytime you’re nominated as a top hotel by TripAdvisor, it’s worth taking notice. The Lodge at Woodloch, our sister property, earned this accolade. This adults-only resort is centered around luxuriant spa treatments and fine culinary delights with a dash of creative outdoor exploration.

10 Best Snow Resorts, Parents.com

Yes! It’s important to note that Woodloch Resort is so much more than just a summertime escape. We’re open during all four seasons, all of which feature specifically-curated seasonal activities. Kids particularly love the on-site snow tubing, visits from Santa, and Winter Olympics.

The Best U.S. Resort, Happenings Magazine

Happenings Magazine might not garner global readership, but anytime you’re labeled the “best U.S. resort,” it means a lot. They go into depth on the many different ways that we keep our guests and staff “Happie.”

12 Best Resorts for Family Reunions, Family Vacation Critic

The folks at Family Vacation Critic have been very kind to us over the years. As they so eloquently point out, we accommodate various types of large groups throughout the year, including family reunions.

#4 Destination Spa in the World, Travel+Leisure

Yes, The Lodge at Woodloch is also a world-class spa. Family bonding is the focus at Woodloch Pines, and adults-only relaxation is central to The Lodge experience.

13 Best All-Inclusive Resorts in the U.S., Family Vacation Critic

There aren’t many award-winning resorts that are truly all-inclusive. While a handful of specialty services and the à la carte dining does cost a little extra, activities, entertainment, meals, and overnight accommodations are included in the price!

Water skiing on our private lake!
Group games and contests that promote bonding.
Four seasons of entertainment and activities.

To learn more about our award-winning Poconos resorts, please give us a call today at 1-800-966-3562. Otherwise, feel free to read up about our many on-site offerings, including snowshoeing excursions, self-esteem-building activities, and summer beach fun.

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Woodloch Resort: Home to the Best Escape Room in PA

In just five short years, the U.S. has witnessed a dramatic influx of escape rooms. According to Room Escape Artist, there were only 24 American-based escape rooms in 2014. Today, Americans have access to over 2,350 facilities—that’s a 9,692 percent increase! It’s safe to say that North America is officially enamored with escape rooms. And, what you might not realize is that Woodloch Resort is home to the most exciting escape room in PA. The Woodloch Family is continuously looking for ways to enhance the guest experience, which is just one of the many reasons that USA Today chose us as the top-rated family resort in America. When your teens are not soaking in the Indoor Splash Zone, snow tubing, or partaking in the Winter Olympics, put on your thinking caps and head into an impressive, on-site Poconos escape room.

The Best Escape Room in PA: Escape the Force

Escape Room in PA

Trying to locate an escape room in PA might be tricky for non-locals, which is why Woodloch crafted these two new add-ons. A lot of past guests arrived without prior knowledge of our latest offering: Escape the Force, a futuristic battle against the “Evil Empire.” This 60-minute extravaganza is loosely based on classic Lucas films as well as the most recent Force Awakens trilogy. Your family will be presented with the challenge of stealing the Empire’s galactic weapon blueprints in an attempt to save the planet from annihilation. It’s a race against the clock — and all of humanity is counting on you!

Tick Tock, Can You UNLOCK?

Escape Room in PA

The design team behind Tick Tock Can You Unlock created a true one-of-a-kind experience that’s bound to challenge you and your clever teens. Whereas Escape the Force boasts a nostalgic, familiar tale, Tick Tock is jam-packed with twists, turns, and subtle Lewis Carroll references. Getting trapped inside the rabbit hole for eternity is at stake, and it’s not going to be an effortless exit with countless riddles, obstacles, and seemingly unsolvable conundrums. Finding an escape room in PA that’s suitable for teenagers isn’t easy, but Tick Tock and Escape the Force both fit the bill.

All-inclusive Poconos Resorts

After successfully conquering the most exciting escape room in PA, treat the kids to an afternoon of ice skating, go-carting, and live entertainment. With so many rousing things to do in the Poconos (even in the heart of winter), your children will return home invigorated, rejuvenated, and ready to take on their school work. Give our team a call today at 1-800-966-3562 to learn more about the best escape room in the Poconos as well as our all-inclusive dining, lakeside accommodations, and money-saving packages.

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Feliz Navidad! A Poconos Christmas Vacation for the Ages

With autumn officially in the rearview mirror, it’s time to turn our attention to the most popular holiday in North America: Christmas. As we near 2020, more and more families are choosing to spend the holiday season away from home. And the best Christmas gift, after all, is a family vacation to a dazzling winter wonderland! Every winter, Woodloch Resort’s employees and guests are filled with the holiday spirit thanks to the countless Christmas-themed activities, the Festival of Lights, and, of course, the arrival of ole Kris Kringle himself. Don’t forget that our all-inclusive, Poconos Christmas vacation packages include family-style dining, modern accommodations, nightly entertainment, and over 30 daily on-site activities and amenities. Keep reading to learn more about our particularly beautiful property in the Pocono Mountains, which was recently named the top-rated family resort in the U.S.

A Christmas to Remember in Hawley, PA

No Poconos Christmas vacation is complete without a visit from Santa Claus, caroling under falling snow, and a traditional yule log hunt. But there are literally dozens of homegrown, holiday-themed activities ongoing on our sprawling, 135-acre campus. To ensure that your late December escape to Woodloch Resort is nothing short of flawless, we’ve compiled ten of our favorite Christmastime traditions. Many of these activities occur in the outdoors, which is often glossy and white thanks to our good friend, Old Man Winter. Guests can look forward to:

The Festival of Lights

Besides a visit from Santa Claus and his faithful reindeer, the on-site attraction that most guests look forward to is our annual Festival of Lights. This dazzling display of light, sound, and pyrotechnics is a visual treat for elves of all ages. For a peek at last year’s grand finale, please visit our website. All guests have the exclusive privilege to hop aboard a wagon ride through our wilderness trail where a lengthy, colorful display ensues. We’re continuously upping the ante and adding new state-of-the-art lighting and decor. After the wagon ride, retreat indoors to meet Santa Claus, sip on eggnog, and devour a plate of Christmas cookies. This short video gives you a glimpse of what to expect this December during the Festival of Lights.

All-Inclusive Poconos Christmas Vacation Packages

As we stated earlier, Woodloch Resort’s all-inclusive Poconos Christmas vacation packages include everything from decadent meals to a meet-and-greet with Saint Nick. We’ve evolved into one of the best Christmas vacations in the U.S., thanks to our never-ending pursuit of excellence. For couples looking for an adults-only, holiday-themed escape, we’re also home to a premier Pocono resort and spa: The Lodge at Woodloch. To book a long-overdue Poconos family Christmas vacation, please give us a call today at 1-800-966-3562. We’re happy to help piece together a package to perfectly suit your family’s size, style, and budget!

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Halloween Vacations in the Poconos | Woodloch Resort

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Spooky Halloween Vacations in the Poconos

While we just flipped the calendar to September, families are already daydreaming about the spookiest holiday of the year: Halloween. From early October well into November, Woodloch Resort (the top-rated family resort in the U.S.) celebrates All Hallows’ Eve in style alongside hundreds of families from across the Northeast. Little superheroes, skeletons, and princesses can partake in a wide variety of playful, festive activities ranging from spine-chilling haunted hayrides to stimulating scarecrow-building contests. We’ve quickly evolved into one of the premier Halloween vacations on the East Coast since the emergence of our haunted hayride, but don’t forget about all of our crowd-pleasing amenities, such as the Broadway-style theme shows and our indoor splash zone.

The Haunted Hayride

Our haunted hayride improves each year as we continue to hire ultra-talented actors, add high-tech props, and insert new hip characters into our “monster lineup.” Unlike most Halloween vacations in the region, we feature a slew of brand new characters each year. These hayrides aren’t recommended for “little ghouls” as they can be scary for children (and even some adults). You never know who you’re going to encounter on this backwoods trail—witches, chainsaw-wielding maniacs, killer clowns, and deranged doctors have been sighted in the past.

Top 10 On-Site Activities

Not all of our Halloween-themed activities are as frightening as the haunted hayride. In fact, most of these activities, adventures, and events are geared toward guests of all ages, especially children. For decades, we’ve hosted thousands of first-class Halloween vacations for families—so, we’ve seen what works for the whole family and what doesn’t. To ensure that your autumn excursion to Hawley, PA is nothing short of flawless, we’ve compiled ten of our favorite autumn activities.

  1. Trick or treating
  2. Pumpkin painting
  3. Costume party
  4. “Halloween Wars” – a creative bakery-themed competition
  5. “Boo-Lympics” – Halloween-themed Olympic games
  6. Halloween scavenger hunt
  7. Halloween parade
  8. Scarecrow decorating
  9. Halloween arts and crafts
  10. Escape rooms (for an additional nominal fee)

Spooktacular Packages | Halloween Vacations

For decades, families have been escaping to the Pocono Mountains for great Halloween vacations because we have a passion for pumpkins, candy, and playful scares. We wouldn’t be one of the top-rated Halloween getaways near New York City without our all-inclusive Spooktacular Weekend and Midweek packages. Each package includes overnight accommodations, family-style meals, and a seemingly endless array of Halloween-themed activities. If you take a glance at last year’s itinerary, you’ll notice that you and your family can partake in upwards of 30 on-site activities in one weekend.

To learn more about one of the best vacation spots for Halloween in the U.S., please visit us online at Woodloch.com, or call us today at 800-966-3562.

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Get Spooked at our Pennsylvania Resort | Woodloch Resort

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Get Spooked at our Pennsylvania Resort

The fog is creeping up over the Poconos mountains, spider webs hang from the trees and wrap around the cabins, and you’ll want to be here this October for the spookiest time of the year. As one of the leading Pennsylvania resorts, the Woodloch Resort is chock-full of family fun when it comes to fall, October, Halloween, and everything SPOOKTACULAR.

A Haunted Night

If you’re looking for a frightful evening, head out on our haunted hayride which is sure to get your heart racing! When October hits our Pennsylvania resorts property turns into a scare-fest! We recommend that you hop aboard our nightly hayride, but only if you dare… our annual ride is ideal for those who like to be spooked during this time of the year. Our woods are dotted with monsters, ghosts, ghouls; you might even see a few explosions along the way.

We do have to say that this activity at Woodloch Resorts is not suited for the littlest ghouls in your group or anyone who can’t handle the intense nature of this scary adventure.

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Frighten quickly? No worries, take a look at our daytime hayrides fit for the whole family, and the best part, it’s minus all the scary stuff so you won’t have to cover your eyes on this trip through our nature trail.

Need even more Halloween fun? You’ve come to the right resort! This year we’re teaming up to bring you the best Halloween crafts and an amazing scarecrow building contest! A game of Olympics might be what your family needs but you’ll want to try our Halloween wars this season along with bringing your favorite costume to show off during our Halloween parade!

Spooky Specials

When you stay with us in October, you’ll be in for more than just trick or treating, and we can promise there will be lots of that! Our rates change to include our Halloween weekday and weekend events, so we hope you’ll join us for some fall fun this season. Don’t forget to look at our Spooktacular mid-week or our weekend stays that will fit every budget and family wanting to enjoy a trip to the Poconos mountains.

However, you want to enjoy the October and autumn season make sure you book a vacation at Woodloch Resort, one of the best Pennsylvania resorts. Your family will be in enjoy all the festivities and more with over 30+ activities for you to choose from, and our list keeps growing! So check out all that you can do on-site, then book your trip today and we’ll see you soon on the haunted hayride!

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Things to Do in the Poconos near Woodloch Resort – Hawley, PA

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3 Family-Friendly Things to Do in the Poconos

Woodloch Resort is widely considered the top-ranked family resort in North America because of our all-inclusive packages, homegrown activities, world-class service, and proximity to New York City. And while you’ll never have to leave our 1,200-acre resort for fun, food, or scenery, it’s not uncommon for families, groups, and couples to veer off-campus for a bit of mid-day exploration during a week-long Poconos getaway to Woodloch. There are dozens of family-friendly things to do in the Poconos such as rafting, hiking, skiing, shopping, and antiquing, which is why we compiled three of the most popular nearby attractions among guests.

Claws ‘N’ Paws Wild Animal Park

Unless you’re visiting us from the Scranton area, you’ve likely never heard of Claws ‘N’ Paws Wild Animal Park, but this jaw-dropping zoo has evolved into one of the best things to do in the Poconos. Claws ‘N’ Paws is especially fun for children as they’ll get to feed a wide variety of baby animals, such as giraffes, deer, goats, sheep, and parrots! Some of the most adorable animals at Claws ‘N’ Paws, which is set deep in the woods, include otters, Arctic foxes, wolves, bobcats, and prairie dogs.

Bushkill Falls

Bushkill Falls, “the Niagara of Pennsylvania,” is on everyone’s list of the top things to do in the Poconos due to the sheer beauty of this privately-owned, 300-acre park. Many of our guests visit Bushkill Falls before or after their stay at Woodloch, home to the best Poconos resorts. Four on-site hiking trails follow Little Bushkill Creek and Pond Run Creek, both of which trickle down this impressive, deep-forest gorge. The two-mile Red Trail loop meanders past all eight waterfalls! You’ll also discover on-site fishing, paddle-boating, picnicking, and miniature golf.

Wallenpaupack Scenic Boat Tour

Lake Wallenpaupack, which was popularized by NBC’s The Office, is the third largest lake in Pennsylvania. The 11-mile journey from Woodloch Resort to Lake Wallenpaupack is well worth the trip if you’re an avid angler, but you can also hop aboard a 50-minute scenic cruise to learn more about the region. The Wallenpaupack Scenic Boat Tour motors along the most beautiful stretches of the lake as the captain shares information about the area’s geography and history.

Things to Do in the Poconos

If you’re planning on visiting us during the wintertime, the top attraction in the area is Ski Big Bear, a nearby skiing destination located in the heart of the Pocono Mountains. Regardless of when you venture to Hawley, PA, your all-inclusive family vacation at Woodloch will be filled to the brim with excitement, delicious cuisine, live entertainment, and comfort! For a lengthy list of things to do in the Poconos, please visit our website; we offer everything from scavenger hunts to forest bathing!

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