Top things to do nearby Great Wolf Lodge Colorado Springs
Great Wolf Lodge Colorado Springs puts a large, year-round indoor water park on site and is ideal for families who want pool time plus on-site activities. Nearby highlights include the U.S. Air Force Academy (closest landmark), Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak, and Cheyenne Mountain Zoo for short drives from the lodge.
In this guide
Indoor water park — your main draw
Every stay includes access to the indoor water park, which operates year-round at about 84°F and includes four pools, a lazy river, a wave pool (Slap Tail Pond), a zero-depth children’s pool (Cub Paw), and thrill slides such as Howlin' Tornado.
The water park is lifeguard-staffed. Water park rules require supervising companions for children, lifejackets for weak swimmers or those under posted height limits, and prohibit inflatable devices and outside food or drink.
- Pools: lazy river, wave pool, kiddie pool, thrill slide pools
- Lifejackets: USCG-approved lifejackets available inside the water park
- Towels: water park towels are included with a stay but fees may apply if towels are not returned
| What’s included | Notes |
|---|---|
| Daily water park passes with stay | Access reserved for registered guests and paid day-pass holders |
| Pool temperature | Kept at about 84°F year-round |
| Supervision rules | Children must be supervised; supervising companion must meet posted requirements |
On-site dining and quick bites
Great Wolf Lodge Colorado Springs has multiple on-site dining options ranging from buffet breakfast and dinner to pizza and poolside quick service. In-room dining is not offered, but there are grab-and-go choices throughout the lodge.
Loose Moose Family Kitchen runs buffet-style breakfast and dinner, Hungry As A Wolf serves pizza and more, and Barnwood is the a la carte dinner restaurant and bar offering cocktails and shareable plates.
- Loose Moose Family Kitchen — buffet breakfast & dinner (opening hours for breakfast and dinner are published; see concierge for exact times)
- Hungry As A Wolf — pizza, pasta, salads (listed hours 10:30 a.m.–9:00 p.m.)
- Barnwood — a la carte dinner and bar service (reservations recommended for dinner service)
| Restaurant | Type | Typical service |
|---|---|---|
| Loose Moose Family Kitchen | Buffet-style family restaurant | Breakfast & Dinner (buffet) |
| Hungry As A Wolf | Pizza and casual | Dinner (10:30 a.m.–9:00 p.m.) |
| Barnwood | A la carte restaurant and bar | Dinner & bar — reservations recommended |
Kids' activities and family entertainment on site
Beyond the water park, the lodge offers family activities included with a stay such as story time, character appearances, mini golf, a climbing wall, Oliver’s Mining Co., MagiQuest (paid), Northern Lights Arcade, and crafts and games.
Scooops Kid Spa provides child-focused manicures, pedicures, and hair treatments for an additional charge; MagiQuest and other interactive attractions also carry extra fees.
- Complimentary: character meet-and-greets, story time, some family activities
- Paid attractions: MagiQuest, Scooops Kid Spa, arcade games, mini golf
- Party rooms and private event spaces are available for birthdays and group gatherings
| Activity | Included or paid |
|---|---|
| Character meet-and-greets | Included with stay |
| Northern Lights Arcade | Paid (arcade credits) |
| Scooops Kid Spa | Paid (kid-focused treatments) |
Rooms and suites — pick the layout that fits your family
The lodge has about 311 themed rooms and suites designed for families. Room types range from compact suites to larger family layouts; example room names include Junior Gray Wolf Suite w/Balcony, Majestic Wolf Suite w/ Balcony, Royal Wolf Suite, Deluxe Suite w/ Balcony, Family Suite, KidCabin Suite, Wolf Pup Den Suite, and KidCabin Suite w/ Mountain View.
Every stay includes water park access for registered guests. The property does not provide cribs, rollaway beds, or extra beds, so choose a suite with the bed count you need when booking.
- Junior Gray Wolf Suite w/Balcony — listed bed types include 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds
- Majestic Wolf Suite w/ Balcony — listed with multiple bed types including a King and two Queens in some layouts
- KidCabin Suite and KidCabin Suite w/ Mountain View add themed bunk areas for kids
| Suite name | Notes |
|---|---|
| Junior Gray Wolf Suite w/Balcony | Balcony, multiple bed types (see room details when booking) |
| KidCabin Suite w/ Mountain View | Larger suite with themed bunk bed area |
| Royal Wolf Suite w/Mountain View | Larger suite option for families, mountain view |
Nearby outdoor attractions for short drives
Garden of the Gods is a free city park and National Natural Landmark with red sandstone formations and about 15 miles of trails; travel times from the lodge vary by route and traffic. Pikes Peak attractions (Pikes Peak Highway or the cog railway from Manitou Springs) and Cheyenne Mountain Zoo are popular day trips.
The U.S. Air Force Academy is the closest major landmark to the lodge. Other nearby options include Cave of the Winds, Seven Falls, and historic Manitou Springs and Old Colorado City; driving or a rideshare is the usual way to reach these sites from the Northgate/InterQuest area.
- Garden of the Gods — natural sandstone formations and trails
- Pikes Peak — drive the Pikes Peak Highway or use cog railway from nearby Manitou Springs
- Cheyenne Mountain Zoo — hillside zoo with mountain views
| Attraction | Notes |
|---|---|
| U.S. Air Force Academy | Closest major landmark to the lodge |
| Garden of the Gods | Large park with trails and rock formations |
| Cheyenne Mountain Zoo | Hillside zoo, drive recommended |
Practical info: check-in, parking and getting around
Standard check-in begins at 4:00 PM and runs until midnight; check-out is before 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day. The primary guest checking in must be at least 21 years old and will need a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Self-parking and valet parking are both available on site for additional charges. The nearest commercial airport is Colorado Springs Airport; rental cars, Uber/Lyft, or taxis are common ways to reach regional attractions from the lodge.
- Check-in: 4:00 PM–midnight; check-out: before 11:00 AM
- ID and payment: photo ID and credit card required at check-in
- Parking: self-parking and valet available for a surcharge
| Service | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Front desk | Open 24 hours |
| Parking | On-site self-parking (fee) and valet (additional fee) |
| Airport | Colorado Springs Airport is the nearest commercial airport |
