This experience was pretty much what I expected it to be during Christmas week - overcrowded. Now…read morethat we've got that out of the way, I will say that this is something fun and different to do. Especially when it's freezing outside and you need a way to keep your kids occupied. The hotel is actually smaller and easier to navigate than I had expected. It's only 3 floors, so even though elevators tend to have a wait you can use the stairs to get around which is nice. It's also a short walk from rooms to activities and restaurants. Things I loved - + The cozy lobby with a roaring fireplace and gorgeous Christmas decor + The kids nook in the room that had bunk beds and a tv + The kiddie slide area at the pool + The gift shop which had a lot of great toys, a build a bear and a candy store + That the pool area has a bar. + Fun activities outside of the pool like bowling, arcade, mini golf and the magic quest scavenger hunt + Dunkin' Donuts + A cute dance party for the kids at night in the lobby Things that were meh - + The pool area was so unkempt. Chairs are packed in on top of each other. Staff needs to do a better job of clearing out old towels, life vests and garbage from chairs. It's gross to have to walk by the same old pizza box for hours. Staff can easily do better with this. + I wish they had more activities on a Saturday morning. We saw a schedule that had morning activities on some other days, like a meet and greet with the wolf and yoga. Surprised to see nothing on a Saturday. I also wish the pool opened at 8 instead of 10! + Fireside restaurant. Mediocre food and high prices are definitely not surprising here though. Overall - something fun and different, and definitely worth checking out for a change of scenery. But if you can swing going during a quiet week I'd definitely encourage to avoid crowds.

My 8-year-old son and I came on December 23 and stayed for one night. It's only 90 minutes from…read morewhere we live in NJ, which was nice. We checked into the hotel, which was busy and crowded, but they have kiosks to make check-in faster (although annoyingly, the first wristbands we got from the kiosk didn't work, so we had to return to the front desk--you use the wristbands to unlock your room, enter the water park, make room charges, etc.). We had dinner at the buffet--totally fine, serviceable, what you'd expect at a family resort. (I've had worse food at a family resort--e.g., Legoland in upstate New York.) The room was big, but dated and not very "fancy." It was also not soundproofed well; we could hear kids running upstairs (but luckily we are good sleepers, and we got good rest). We went to the water park the next morning at 10, stayed for about two to three hours, and had a great time. It wasn't too crowded at this time, and we didn't have long waits for any of the slides--which were a nice mix of fun, slightly scary, but not TOO scary. The water in the pools was quite warm, as was the air temperature--they heat it to 84, I believe. By the time we left, it was crowded, and most chairs and loungers were taken. Tips: go early to the water park (at opening), bring snacks and drinks of your own if you want (theirs are not cheap, and consider bringing your own beach towels (the ones they provide are thin). Overall, Great Wolf Lodge is good family fun. But it's crowded and not high-end, so keep your expectations reasonable, and you will have a good time.

Our family just returned from an unforgettable Spring Break at Kalahari Resorts Poconos, and I…read morecan't emphasize enough how incredible our experience was! From the moment we arrived, we were captivated by the vibrant atmosphere that felt both family-friendly and tailored to adults. The water park was a huge hit with our two girls, offering a wide array of slides that catered to all ages. Whether it was the thrilling rides or the relaxing wave pool, there was always something to keep the whole family entertained. One standout feature of our trip was the food. In previous resort experiences, we've often found ourselves disappointed by the dining options, but Kalahari shattered those expectations! The variety and quality of meals were truly exceptional. From quick snacks and Starbucks coffee, to gourmet meals at one of their multiple restaurants, every bite was delicious. It was refreshing to find such a diverse menu that pleased my wife, the kids, and me. We also appreciated the thoughtful layout of the resort. It was easy to find comfortable places to relax, and while it did take some hunting , we did manage to find a table each day. The array of jacuzzis was another bonus, with both family-friendly and 21-and-over options. Overall, our stay at Kalahari Resort Poconos was filled with fun and memorable moments. If you're looking for a place that offers a perfect blend of excitement and comfort, this is the spot!

We came and celebrated our son's birthday here! We got the 3 bedroom condo, which was convenient…read moresince many water parks don't have this option. However, the room was quite weathered - peeling furniture, urine stench, and low pressure frigid showers. As for the waterpark, there are many things to do for little ones to adults! So many options, but yet again, the water was so cold my son's lips turned blue and couldn't stay in the play structure very long. We've been to all the water parks in the area during the winter and this was definitely the coldest. Overall, the kids had a blast but don't come in the water unless you like cold showers and waterslides.

The lifeguards were on point! I saw someone get saved from a pool, a few lifeguards attend to a…read morehead injury, and deal with patrons not following the rules (having a little boy walk around completely naked) appropriately and professionally. They helped one of our kids when he fell and had band aids on the ready. For a bunch of young adults, I was very impressed by the work ethic. My son and his friends had a wonderful time for his tenth birthday and I could barely drag them away. The park was dirty but I feel like it was due to the customers, I saw security and maintenance workers all around the park.

Love this place so much. Came here when i was a teenager with my cousins and then took my own son…read morewho loved it as well. They have made many changes and def for the better. Love the wave pool and food options as well. Can't wait to return

PROS: this place is wonderful! They have skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing! Staff is friendly,…read moremany time slots available, and they have food CONS: there is no lodge to sit in and wait for your friends to be done skiing. It's overpriced as snow tubing is $90 on the weekends. OVERALL: I only recommend coming here if you don't mind spending a ton of money and if you're not going for the ski lodge

I rarely leave reviews, but this experience was bad enough that I feel obligated to warn other…read morefamilies. After driving nearly 5 hours with three small children, we arrived at Camelback excited for a fun getaway. Check-in was at 4 PM. We got there around 6 PM and were told our room was ready, only to walk into a dirty, completely unprepared room. At that point, I had to drag my kids and luggage back downstairs and start the waiting game all over again. We didn't get into a usable room until around 8 PM. That's four hours past check-in and two hours after arrival. Our entire first day was essentially wasted. And unfortunately, it only went downhill from there. The room we were finally given had no towels, missing bedding, floors that clearly hadn't been vacuumed, and dust throughout. The next day there was no housekeeping at all. We left multiple times and came back to the same trash, the same mess, and nothing touched. To make matters worse, bugs were coming out of the HVAC system, which is honestly unacceptable at any hotel, let alone a resort charging these prices. The waterpark is the only reason this isn't a zero-star review. My kids found some enjoyment, but even that area felt dirty and poorly maintained. Staff were hit or miss, with several being inattentive and some just plain rude. Yes, it was spring break, so I expected crowds. What I didn't expect was a complete lack of preparation, cleanliness, and basic hospitality. That's the difference between an average resort and one that actually cares about guest experience. For comparison, we've stayed at Kalahari Resorts, which is larger and somehow still manages to be clean, organized, and ready for guests. Camelback didn't come close. This trip was exhausting, disappointing, and a waste of money. I would not return, and I would strongly recommend families spend their money elsewhere.

We came here to have some fun and escape the cooler temperatures of fall. The indoor temperature…read morewas pretty warm in some areas like the entrance, but colder in some areas like the lazy river. I did was the lazy river was a bit warmer. Though the wave pool was a lot of fun and at a comfortable temperature. We enjoyed the different slides/rides that were open including the Venus fly trap. I spent a lot of time in the indoor/outdoor jacuzzi. I like that it opened up outdoor to enjoy the jacuzzi outside as well. My favorite part was the swim up bar. It was sit, drink and relax while the kids tired themselves out.

0 stars -- Extremely disappointing and awful, dirty, stressful experience…read more I've stayed at Camelback Resort / Aquatopia several times before and always had great experiences, which made this visit even more shocking. I booked a one-night stay months in advance (back in November) to celebrate my daughter's birthday. I arrived around 12:30 PM on March 30, 2026, with six children and was told I'd receive a text when our room was ready. That text never came. Around 5:00 PM, I checked in again and was told the room would be ready in 10 minutes. I went up about 35 minutes later--only to find the room hadn't been cleaned at all. I then received a check-in confirmation text at 6:31 PM, but the room was still dirty. I went back to the front desk, waited again, and was told we were now "top priority" and should go to dinner while they finished preparing the room. After returning around 9:30 PM, the room still wasn't ready, and no one could give me a clear timeline. By 10:00 PM, we were essentially told to just keep waiting--with six kids and no place to go. To make matters worse, there was little to no urgency or accountability from management. The front desk employee was kind but clearly overwhelmed, and it was obvious this situation was bigger than her. There were multiple families in the lobby in the same situation--waiting late into the night with children and no rooms available. I also saw many families leaving with their suitcases. At that point, with no clean room, no answers, and no safe or reasonable option, I made the difficult decision to leave and drive two hours home late at night with six children. My daughter's birthday celebration was completely ruined. I also reached out to the resort via Instagram the following day (and again the day after, and again today), shared photos, and left my contact information--but received no response, other than an DM on Instagram stating I will be contacted. I have also left reviews from their survey, as well as sent an email last night, still no response. Beyond the inconvenience, this raises serious concerns about cleanliness and overall management. Being given a dirty, unprepared room at that hour is unacceptable. I am still waiting for: Anyone to contact me from Camelback! Also, I am requesting a full refund and clear communication from management as well as them accepting accountability for how this situation was handled. This was an incredibly disappointing experience, especially for what was supposed to be a special occasion. I truly hope the resort takes steps to improve both their operations and customer service moving forward. I also hope they make it right for my family.

Made a trip to camelback outdoor park today at my daughter's suggestion who wanted to take her son…read moreand nephew to experience Camelback roller coaster. They said it was a great experience. It was an overcast kind of day but a decent amount of people enjoying the activities such as zip lining, mini golf and other activities. Today was free parking however any other time get your QR codes credit cards ready.

From the owner: Embark on endless fun at Camelbeach, the Pocono Mountains' largest outdoor waterpark. Experience…read morethe excitement of thrilling rides, featuring the newest addition, Rival Racer - an 8-track water slide to determine the fastest slider among friends. Dive into refreshing summer splashes and secure your spot in the sun with tickets and season passes at this premier destination in the Poconos.

There's a lot to be desired. Not clean. Most attractions aren't working. Only one of the slides…read moreworked/was open and we saw a few roaches. They are in need of desperate repair and it's sad because it could be really nice. My 5 year old who loves pools was ready to go after 30 mins or so. Two stars because the employees were nice.

I was skeptical of this place because of the reviews but decided to check it out anyway. I was…read moretrying to keep my two sons busy during their long school break and the prices here were reasonable. It was a nice hour drive up here for us to get away for the day. I guess I had low expectations but for us I was presently surprised. It was clean and easy to get inside compared to the other water parks and a fraction of the cost. We spend about three hours here and my boys loved it (they are 4 and 7). I could even sit down and see them at all times. Two of the big slides were not turned on, so me and my little one went on the only big one available. Other than that I would recommend this honestly and we will def be going back. Food was not really good though and took a long time.

Drove the 45 minutes here to take my kids to a splash pad since there are none where we live. This…read moresplash pad is part of the Montgomery Township recreation center and is free. It is really nice, lots of water features and a newer playground within it. My kids were entertained and could have stayed all day. As far as amenities, there are some shaded tables and a public restroom. Defintley would recommend for young kids.

Clean family fun. We had a great time playing in the spray park. Small playground right there also…read more Bring water shoes as the surface dies get hot.

THE GOOD ----------------…read more+ EVERYTHING about this amusement park was excellent + Extremely walkable for kids of all ages and not overwhelmingly huge + Pirate's Cove water park was one of the biggest and nicest water park areas we'd been to at a kid's amusement park ++++ North America's largest wading pool is inside the water park ++++ Chill lazy river + large water slides in the water park + Thrill rides were very kid-friendly and most are appropriate for kids 3 and over. Some might be a bit too wild, but a majority were perfect ++++ Thrill rides were your typical spin around and around and around rides with a few mini-roller coasters mixed in + 4 food vendors (3 food truck rucks and Mama Santa's Pizza) that served hot dogs, chicken nuggets, burgers, chicken sandwiches, fries, ice cream, sodas, lemonade, etc. Prices are very, very reasonable by 2025 standards + FREE parking!!!! + Can bring food and beverages inside and picnic at their many picnic tables + Can leave and re-enter the park whenever you please THE NOT SO GOOD ---------------------------- - Admission is a bit pricey for everyone at about $37 per person (as of August 2025) RANDOM OBSERVATIONS -------------------------------------- = Arrive at opening if you want to claim seats at Pirate's Cove. It might seem like a lot of beach chairs there, but they get filled up about 1 hour after opening.

My family and I had our first Land of Make Believe experience this past summer. My two kiddos (7…read moreand 9) met up with a friend of mine and her daughter (3) to explore the Land of Make Believe. We went on an actually "chilly" weekday in the summer. We went straight to the water park, and there was nobody around as it was a little cold. We did the lazy river, which was a lot of fun. There are lots of spray areas where you can get wet as you travel along the river. Pirates cove is really cute with the pirate ship and all the smaller slides for the smaller kiddos that go into the shallow water. I took my kids on the bigger water slides and we had a blast. All the slides were thrilling and we went on them multiple times. The staff at the water slides were so nice, very helpful, and patient as we learned how to sit in the tubes. It was a great way to start off LOMB. After we got our waterpark fix, we changed and went on all the rides. They are small amusement park rides, but both of my kids enjoyed them. They went on every ride (many of them twice). After awhile, my daughter was starting to feel a bit nauseous as they have a lot of spinning rides so she had to tap out. We rode the train around the park and the conductor gave us a little tour of the area. We also visited the Halloween house and Santa's barn. Let me tell you - the Santa barn surprised me as I didn't expect a real Santa to be inside. My kids loved visiting him multiple times. He gave them cookie cutters and he was very kind. (At first I thought he was an animatronic, haha). As stated by many previous posts, it is nice that you can bring your own food. We purchased food from one of the stands, and it actually wasn't that bad at all. And the price is right! We ended the day with some ice cream of course. We spent most of the day there. It was a lot of fun and we will definitely be back next summer.