Waterparks have grown exponentially in popularity over the past several years. They've become a favorite travel destination, especially during the winter months when families need to escape the cold weather to go for ride down a water slide or float around in a lazy river. Waterpark resorts aren't just for swimming though. They offer a wide variety of games and attractions for all ages and sizes.
The Wilderness Resort is an industry leader when it comes to family fun. Their newest attraction is an indoor ropes course suspended above the game room where kids and adults alike can test their balancing skills. Guests are harnessed in 30 feet above the Northern Lights Mega Arcade and can climb through 42 challenges in varying degrees. For $9.00 you can spend 30 full minutes climbing the different levels and exploring the entire course. For guests that purchase the Wilderness Resort's Wild Fun and Extreme Fun Discount Passes, admission is alreay included.
Weight and age restrictions do apply. Guests must be at least 48" inches tall, weigh less than 300 pounds and wear a full-body safety harnesses in order to participate in this attraction.
We had the opportunity to try the ropes course first hand. Our three boys ranged in age from 13 to 15, but kids of all ages and plenty of adults were enjoying themselves on the course as well. It's fun to watch from a spectator's point of view as well.
When you enter the Wild West Waterpark you will see the ropes course immediately. There's a railed walkway that allows guests to pass through the game area, watching the ropes course as they travel through to the waterpark. This is also a great place for parents to watch and take pictures as their kids explore the fun attraction.
Here's a video of the ropes course, though it's not the entire thing. It extends across the walkway to another side over by the ball pit.
The boys really enjoyed it. They stayed up for the full 30 minutes, even my 15 year old who isn't crazy about heights. In my opinion, it's definitely worth the $9.00 admission and something the older kids can do while the young set are downstairs in the ball pit with mom or dad.
Below is a short video of Dominic demonstrating how you guide yourself through the ropes course:
Below is a list of other fun attractions available:
Property: Wilderness Hotel & Golf Resort
Ok Corral Lazer Tag Arena
Polk-a-Dot Pots, Paint Your Own Pottery
Wilderness Canyon Canopy Zip Line Tour
Tombstone Town Haunted Hotel and Mineshaft Mirror Maze
Mega Arcade
Old Fashion Photo Gallery
Timberland Playhouse four-story dry foam (think Nerf®) play park
The Northern Lights Arcade
Wild Abyss and Wild Buccaneer, 3-D, black light miniature golf courses
Fitness center
Wild Rock Golf Club (18 holes)
The Woods - An executive 9-hole golf course
Wilderland - An outdoor park area with grills
Numerous restaurants, coffee shops, snack and gift shops
Property: Wilderness on the Lake
Private sand beach with Lake access
Outdoor bar serving beer, wine, and frozen beverages
Fitness center
Three outdoor firepits and gas grills
Pier with a limited number of boat slips available for rent
Discounted golf rates
Numerous restaurants, coffee shops, snack and gift shops
Property: Glacier Canyon Lodge
Lost World Go-Kart and Kiddy Karts
Outdoor Jurassic Mini Golf
A .65 mile walking trail located behind the resort.
A 55,661 sq. ft. banquet and conference facility
Canyon WildKids Club (arts, crafts, activities, etc)
Discounted golf rates at Wild Rock Golf Club
Numerous restaurants, coffee shops, snack and gift shops
I mentioned the Wild & Extreme Fun Passes earlier. These are punch cards that offer admission to several fun areas and can be used anytime during a guest's stay. The Wild Fun Pass is $19 and includes:
9 Holes of 3-D mini golf at the Wild Buccaneer
9 Holes of 3-D mini golf at the Wild Abyss
1 Bumper boat ride at Wild West Bumper Boats
1 Game of laser tag at the OK Corral Lazer Runner
1 Admission to Tombstone Town Haunted House & Mirror Maze
$1 Off a hand-blended ice cream Temptation at Pistol Pete's
1 admission to Northern Lights Sky Ropes Course
The Extreme Pass is sold for $27 during the summer months and includes Go Karts and Outdoor Mini Golf as well as a discount on the Wood Family Golf Course in addition to all of the attractions on the Wild Fun Pass. Of course, you can purchase individual entry for any of their extra attractions if you prefer.
For more information about The Wilderness Resort call 1.800.867.WILD (9453) or visit www.WildernessResort.com. You can also find Wilderness Resort on Facebook and read comments from other guests, view videos, pictures, and more.
The Wilderness Territory is easily accessible from Interstate 90 and 94, and located just minutes from popular attractions such as Dells Boat Tours, the Original Wisconsin Ducks, Tommy Bartlett Show, Ho-Chunk Casino and Tanger Outlet Mall. You can even take a ride on horseback through the Wilderness wooded property by visiting Canyon Creek Riding Stable just outside the resort grounds. For more information on all Dells attractions, visit the Wisconsin Dells Visitor & Convention Bureau
About the Author:
Amanda Formaro is the crafty, entrepreneurial mother of four children. She loves to bake, cook and make crafts. She is the craft expert for FamilyCorner.com and Kaboose.com. You can see her crafty creations on Crafts by Amanda and her delicious recipes on Amanda's Cookin'. She is also the owner of Fun Family Crafts.
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