With an indoor water park kept at a warm 84 degrees year-round, your pack can enjoy a world of fun—all under one roof. Book now for a family getaway in Traverse City, near Detroit, MI.
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Access to water park from open to close
Life jackets and towels in the water park
Family fun with our lineup of daily events
Sanitary spaces with CleanPLUS Experience
WiFi throughout the lodge
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Whether you book a Standard Suite for up to six guests, a Themed Suite featuring one-of-a-kind accommodations, or our spacious Premium Suites for larger packs, we've got you covered.
Entertain the entire pack with our exciting attractions. Start a rock collection at Oliver’s Mining Co., defeat the shadowy darkness in MagiQuest, explore new heights on Howler’s Peak Ropes Course, score big at the Northern Lights Arcade, and more.
Join us throughout the day for free and fun family events in between splash sessions at the water park.
Experience the magic of Snowland, our annual holiday celebration! Dive into a winter wonderland filled with special seasonal events, winter activities, crafts, visits with Santa Claus, and more. Come join us for our Winter Celebration at Great Wolf Lodge!
November 25 – January 6, 2025
Experience the magic of Snowland, our annual holiday celebration! Dive into a winter wonderland filled with special seasonal events, winter activities, crafts, visits with Santa Claus, and more. Come join us for our Winter Celebration at Great Wolf Lodge!
November 25 – January 6, 2025
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Great Wolf Lodge guests have unlimited access to our 84-degree indoor water park, filled with slides, pools, and more. Guests are also invited to enjoy free daily events and activities, including dance parties, arts and crafts, and story time. Our Adventure Park is also full of attractions available at an additional cost. Parking is not included in the room rate.
For water park hours during your stay, please view our Indoor Water Park page. You can access the water park any time after opening on your arrival day and until closing time on your departure day.
You can enjoy our entire indoor water park at Great Wolf Lodge in Traverse City, MI with a Day Pass. Please see our Day Pass Page for pricing on both Half Day and Full Day Passes. Passes are free for children ages 2 and under.
Great Wolf Lodge has something for everyone in the family. Our indoor water park has shallow pools and safe kiddie play areas for toddlers, as well as exciting waterslides for older children and teens. Explore by age on our website to find the best activities and attractions for your family.
Great Wolf Lodge in Traverse City, MI opened in 2003. It is the 3rd lodge to join the Great Wolf Lodge water park resort family.
We offer delicious dining options to satisfy your pack for every meal of the day—and tasty snacks in between splashes.
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THINGS TO DO AROUND
Traverse City, MI
They call Traverse City a four-season playground. So no matter when you visit, there are plenty of fun things for your family to do and see! From “Michigan’s largest sandbox” to a 10-acre corn maze, your family won’t forget this Michigan vacation. Read on to learn more about the best things to do in Traverse City!
NEW! Earn Voyagers Points on Every Stay
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