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Welcome To Traverse City, MI

Welcome To Traverse City, MI

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Stay Dates: 06/10/2024 — 10/29/2024

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Welcome to Traverse City

Book now for a family getaway in Michigan.

The third lodge to open in 2003, our resort in Michigan's northwest Lower Peninsula is strategically positioned to attract families from both Chicago and Detroit. For those seeking the ultimate family getaway in the region, our resort offers an array of attractions, including a 38,000 square-foot indoor water park kept at a warm 84 degrees year-round, exciting local events and activities, diverse dining options, and more. Discover a world of play all under one roof, making it the perfect destination for families in Chicago, Detroit, and throughout Michigan's northwest Lower Peninsula.
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Peek Inside Our Traverse City Water Park Resort in Michigan

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Alberta Falls

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Suites

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Comfortable space for the whole family to rest, relax & recharge
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Our partnership with P&G provides a CleanPLUS Experience in suites
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Water park passes & kids events included with an overnight stay
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We Have the Perfect Suite for Your Pack's Needs

Whether you book a Standard Suite with room for up to 6 guests, a Themed Suite featuring one-of-a-kind accommodations, or our Premium Suites offering comfortable space for up to 13, we've got you covered.
Discover the right den for your family's rest and relaxation in between all the splashing and fun.

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Featured Attraction

MagiQuest

Are you ready to unleash your inner wizard? MagiQuest is an immersive game experience that takes you on a magical adventure through Great Wolf Lodge. Armed with a magic wand, you'll explore a fantastical world filled with secrets and surprises, unlocking new challenges and quests as you go.

MagiQuest

Our immersive game experience takes you on a magical adventure through the Lodge.

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Attractions

Great Wolf Lodge boasts a variety of exciting attractions to keep the entire family entertainemed. Start a rock collection at Oliver’s Mining Co., defeat the shadowy darkness in MagiQuest, explore new heights on Howler’s Peak Ropes Course and score big at the Northern Lights Arcade.

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Oliver's Mining

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Howl in One Mini Golf

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Ten Paw Alley

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Looking for even more fun during your stay at Great Wolf Lodge? Celebrate the beginning of the Summer with events sure to make your pack's visit an unforgettable one.

May 24 - Aug. 25, 2024

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Dining

Delicious dining options to satisfy your pack for every meal of the day—and tasty snacks in between splashes.

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Get the free Great Wolf Lodge mobile App for convenient and quick communication, food ordering, and much more:

1.    Trip Planning at your fingerprints

2.    Fast and easy mobile check-In

3.    Food Ordering—refuel in between adventures

4.    Daily entertainment schedule to plan your activities

5.    Dance party playlists and fun photo filters for your pack

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Looking To Join The Pack?

Looking To Join The Pack?

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Things to do around Traverse City, MI

Great Wolf Lodge is a full-service resort so you can work, plan and dine on the property. If you want to venture out, our lodge is conveniently located just 5 minutes from downtown Traverse City, MI, where you can enjoy local wineries, breweries and boutique shopping. 

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3575 N. US 31 S., Traverse City MI 49684, USA
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