Wondering where you can find a spirited, fun-packed adventure to have with your family? Curious about what it would look like if Bass Pro Shops and Las Vegas had a baby? New England’s Great Wolf Lodge is the answer! Visit its enormous indoor water park and resort for a family getaway like no other, all in nearby Fitchburg, Mass.
MK DERRY INSIDER TIPS & TRICKS
- What to Wear - In addition to your wolf ears, we suggest comfy attire. Keep the kiddos in swimwear and PJs. For you, casual wear or even PJs, but wear clothes with pockets! All you’ll need is your phone and key card. Keep your hands free for all the fun!
- Poolside VIP - The cabanas are wonderful if you can afford them. Depending on where your kids want to swim and if they are young (so you need to be close by), you may just want to plan to get to the pool early and claim a poolside table for the day.
- What to Eat - You can bring your own food, and we suggest you bring water and snacks. There are, however, lots of tasty onsite options if you want to keep it simple. FYI - There’s a Dunks onsite, but you can’t mobile order ahead and the line is typically long when you most need that coffee. Littles can get bored so bring a tablet or game to keep them occupied while you wait (or just bring your own coffee).
- What’s FREE? - Throughout the day and into the evening, check out all the free events hosted in the main lobby. From crafts to storytime to dance parties, there’s family fun for all!
- How to double down on fun! - Upon check out, pack your things and bring them to your car. Keep with you only a change of clothes. Enjoy the water park all day, even after check out!
WATERPARK ATTRACTIONS
For Littles and Everyone
- Fort Mackenzie: Water fort treehouse with interactive games, toys, and a slide!
- Slap Tail Pond: Wave pool! Stay in the calm, shallow waters or dare to venture into the deep end.
- Crooked Creek: Relax in a tube and float down the calm currents of a lazy river.
- Chinook Cove: Hop in the pool and shoot some hoops!
- River Canyon Run: Gentle rapids adventure.
- Cub Paw Pool: A kiddie pool with interactive games.
- Big Foot Pass: Hop from lily pad to lily pad in this aquatic obstacle course!
- Whooping Hollow: Smaller attraction perfect for the little ones.
For Older Kids and Adults
- Alberta Falls: A two-person, high-thrill tube ride!
- Wolf Tail: 20-foot free-fall and wild turns! This one is sure to get the adrenaline pumping.
- Howling Tornado: This funnel-shaped ride takes thrill-seeking to a whole new level with its six-story drop!
- North Hot Springs: Adult-only hot tub area! (But don’t be surprised if the kids don’t play by those rules.)
NON-WATER PARK ATTRACTIONS
- MagiQuest: Explore the lodge from a magical lens as you complete various quests, tracking your progress with your very own magic wand!
- Oliver's Mining Co.: Have your little ones dig for gemstones that they can identify and then bring home with them!
- Build-A-Bear Workshop: Take a piece of Great Wolf Lodge home by letting your child create their own Great Wolf character plush!
- Rustic Ridge Climbing Wall: 21-foot tall rock climbing wall!
- Ten Paw Alley: Miniature lanes and bowling balls so that the whole family can join in on the fun!
- Howlers Peak Ropes Course: Tightrope balancing and a variety of aerial obstacles. There is a smaller, toddler-friendly course, too.
- Northern Lights Arcade: Rack up your paw points and take your pick from a thrilling selection of prizes and games!
- Howly Wood XD Theater: A fully immersive, 4D cinematic experience that will engage all your senses.
- Lazer Frenzy: Do your best to avoid the darting laser beams in this colorful labyrinth!
- Howl at the Moon Mini Golf: Classic! Glow in the dark mini golf is offered as well.
DINING
- Lodge Wood Fired Grill: Serving up yummy classics like steak, burgers, mac & cheese, and ribs.
- Wachusett Brew Barn: Ales, Lagers, appetizers, family-friendly games, and sports screenings.
- Buckets Incredible Craveables: Meals, snacks, and treats that you can grab and eat poolside! This place takes dessert to the next level with their famous Tipping Bucket, an enormous, harmonious assemblage of ice cream, brownies, cookies, candy, chocolate sauce, and whipped cream.
- Hungry as a Wolf: Delicious staples like pizza, pasta, meatball subs, garlic bread, and salad.
- Bear Paw Sweets and Eats: Freshly baked goods, ice cream, fudge, and candied fruit!
- Dunkin’: Perfect if you’re in need of a coffee.
EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT
- The Northwoods Friends Show: Animated storytelling production with all the Great Wolf characters.
- Yoga Tails: Relaxing downtime to help the whole family unwind!
- Story Time: End the day just right–Bundle up in your PJs and listen to a Great Wolf Kid bedtime story!
- The Forest Friends Show: An interactive sing-along show with the Forest Friend characters!
- Dance Party: Grab your kiddos and hit the dance floor to let loose and continue the high-energy fun!
- Arts & Crafts: Let your kids get creative in making the perfect token to remember your visit by!
- Wiley’s Howlin’ Bingo: Great Wolf-themed Bingo that the whole family will love.
THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR STAY
- Water park passes are included in your suite price
- Every night’s stay at the resort gets you two days of play – water park access from 1 p.m. on the day of your arrival until close on the day of your departure
- Check-in is at 4 p.m. and checkout is at 11 a.m. (later check out may be an option)
- Towels and life jackets are provided by the lodge and lifeguards are always on duty
- The entertainment options mentioned above are included for FREE in your stay package!
