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I don't swim at all and my 6 year old is a weak swimmer but loves the water. Will he be able to participate in the activities like water slides and things? And will I be able to accompany him as required without drowning? :-)
Hi Victoria! You and your son will most definitely be able to participate in the activities in the waterpark! One of the best assets of GWL, in my opinion, is the attention to detail their lifeguards possess. There are lifeguards at every attraction moving around and watching swimmers. At the slides, there are life guards at the top to assist guests into the tubes and another at the bottom to hold the tubes still so you can get off safely. The only two attractions that you might want to show caution around are Slap Tail Pond (wave pool) and Big Foot Pass (activity pool). The waves in Slap Tail Pond can be kind of rough and knock smaller swimmers over, and Big Foot Pass is over 4 feet deep. I'd also be sure to utilize the Coast Guard approved life jackets that GWL provides for your son while he's in the water. Have a blast!!
Is there room at the toddler slides to accompany a 2 year old a couple times and hold his hand while he slides down until he's comfortable doing it alone? Are there enough other activities to occupy him if he's not ready for the slides yet?
Hi Owen! Cub Paw Pool is designed for the type of scenario you asked about. There are two wide slides with a mild slope that are perfect for hand holding. You can walk on one side of the slide and hold your child's hand on the way down. There is also one other slide that has a slight curve to it, but you wouldn't be able to hold his hand on the way down. He'd have to sit down and slide down on his own. You can, however, catch him at the bottom. If your son isn't quite ready for slides at all, there are other aspects of Cub Paw Pool that he'd enjoy. There are several jet skis that squirt water, a teeter totter, sprinklers, fountains, and even a miniature version of the bucket at Fort Mackenzie. If all else fails, he can just jump and splash around like he's at the beach...minus the sand, of course. Here is the link to a few pictures of Cub Paw Pool if you want to take a peek at all the fun your son can have. :) http://www.greatwolf.com/concord/explore/activities#toddlers Thanks so much for your question, and I hope you have a great time!
My son will be turning three this April. My husband and I are thinking of taking him to GWL in Concord for a special birthday trip. Is 3 too young to really enjoy all GWL has to offer? Thanks! -CamsMom
Hi there! Our youngest daughter is three, and she loves everything about GWL! She has a blast in Cub Paw Pool and Slap Tail Pond, and even conquered Fort MacKenzie! Cub Club and Story Time at the Clock Tower in the Grand Lobby are other activities outside of the waterpark that she also enjoys. Honestly, the only aspect of GWL that she hasn't ventured into yet is MagiQuest, and gr8_space which are both geared more towards older children. I think you son will have a fabulous time at GWL for his birthday! You might even consider adding a birthday package onto your reservation or bringing his birthday favors with you! Either way, I'm sure you'll have a blast!
Is there anything to do for a 2-year-old boy and 1-year-old girl? We are planning a trip in January 2011 and want to make sure it is the right time or if we need to wait a little longer.
Hi LeAnn! I think your children would have a great time at the Lodge. They could enjoy all aspects of the waterpark with the exception of the slides. When our youngest was that age, she stayed in Cub Paw Pool for the most part as well as the shallow end of Beaver Tail Lake. She also enjoyed trekking down to the Grand Lobby in her pj's for Story Time as well as the Clock Tower Show before bedtime. If it were me, I'd take my little ones a that age. :) Have a great time, and thanks for your question!
Fort Mackenzie™
We've turned splashing into an adventure at Fort Mackenzie, our 4-story interactive tree house in the center of our 84 degree indoor water park. Adventure through suspension bridges, swinging cargo nets, treetop slides and soaking spray stations. If that doesn't get you drenched, just wait for our 1,000-gallon bucket to tip from the treetops.
Slap Tail Pond™
With waves up to 3 feet tall, you'll think you're in the ocean. Grab an inner tube or let the surf take you to "shore". Waves come in 5-minute intervals. The gigantic wave pool also features zero-depth entry and goes up to 5 feet deep.
Whooping Hollow™
For the "48 inches and under" set, we offer a kiddie slide that the little ones will want to try again and again and again.
Cub Paw™ Pool
Little ones can safely toddle along, exploring the spray-and-play features, or wade into the zero-depth entry kiddie pool with a maximum depth of 1'6".
Raccoon Lagoon™
Raccoon Lagoon Outdoor Pool area ranges from zero-depth entry to four feet and includes water basketball, kiddie activities, floor geysers and spray features, as well as heated water. There is a patio area with tables and chairs so you can relax in the sun. Typically open Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend, weather permitting. Hours vary.
Scooops® Kid Spa
With whimsical wall murals, ice cream cone stools, and oversized banana split pedicure thrones, Scooops Kid Spa – our special spa designed for kids - proves that life can have a cherry on top, without being over-the-top.
Northern Lights™ Arcade
If kids designed your family room, it would probably look something like this. Our sprawling, family-friendly arcade is packed with over one hundred games designed to bring out the inner child in everyone.
Cub Club®
At Great Wolf Lodge we have a rule: Everything must be fun. Since that goes for learning too, we created this haven especially for your Wolf Pups. We’ve packed our Cub Club with activities and crafts designed to enlighten and entertain your younger ones. They’ll have so much fun, they won’t even notice they’re learning.
Howl in One™ Mini Golf
Let’s face facts: No family vacation is complete without a round of mini-golf. Be sure to make a tee time at Howl in One Mini Golf, our 18-hole, interactive, outdoor mini-golf course. It’s an exciting course with sand traps and tricky shots, but easy enough to entertain putters of all ages.
Daily Activities
Join us at Great Wolf Lodge for great daily activities like Wolf Walk, The Great Clock Tower Show, and Story Time.