About the water park at Great Wolf Lodge
Great Wolf Lodge Wisconsin Dells is a family hotel in Baraboo, Wisconsin, home to Great Wolf indoor water park. The park has a wave pool and a lazy river.
Check heights before you go: the strictest rule we found is 48" for Howlin' Tornado, and 5 rides list a minimum. Each ride is listed below.
Great Wolf indoor water park
Dashed = the hotel doesn't publish itRaccoon Lagoon outdoor pool.
Good to know
Water park access is included with every overnight stay.
Check the hotel calendar before you go.
Slides and attractions
Fort Mackenzie
42" minFour-story water fort with tipping bucket
Howlin' Tornado
48" minSix-story funnel slide
Alberta Falls
42" minFour-story tandem tube ride
Mountain Edge Raceway
42" minMat racing slide
Slap Tail Pond
48" minWave pool
Crooked Creek
No minimum listedLazy river
Big Foot Pass
No minimum listedLily pad walk with overhead ropes
South Hot Springs
No minimum listedHot springs pool for all ages
North Hot Springs
No minimum listedAdults-only hot tub
Rooms for families
- 435 suites, starting at 440 sq ft with a balcony or patio
- Kid Cabin Suite: queen bed plus bunk-style twins in their own den, sleeps up to 7
- Loft Fireplace, Royal Bear and Majestic Bear suites, sleeping 6 to 8
- 128 condos, 64 with full kitchens; the largest sleeps up to 16
More to do
Drive times
| From | Drive |
|---|---|
| Madison | 45 min |
| Rockford | 1 hr 45 min |
| Milwaukee | 1 hr 50 min |
| Green Bay | 2 hr |
| Chicago | 3 hr |
| Minneapolis | 3 hr 40 min |
| Des Moines | 4 hr 25 min |
| Omaha | 6 hr 30 min |
Estimates from each city's downtown, without traffic.
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Parents ask
Is the water park included with a stay at Great Wolf Lodge?
Yes. Water park access is included with every overnight stay.
How big is the water park at Great Wolf Lodge?
The indoor water park is 76,000 sq ft.
Does Great Wolf Lodge have a wave pool or lazy river?
Wave pool: yes. Lazy river: yes.
Is Great Wolf Lodge good for toddlers?
Great Wolf Lodge does not publish a dedicated toddler area.
What are the height requirements at Great Wolf Lodge?
Published minimums: Fort Mackenzie 42", Howlin' Tornado 48", Alberta Falls 42", Mountain Edge Raceway 42", Slap Tail Pond 48". Other attractions list no minimum.
How far is Great Wolf Lodge from Madison?
About 45 min by car (around 48 miles). From Rockford it is about 1 hr 45 min. These are estimates without traffic.
Can you visit the water park at Great Wolf Lodge without staying?
Yes, the hotel sells day passes. Prices and availability are not published, so check before you go.
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Checked October 2026. Hotels change prices, hours and attractions, so confirm before you book. Report a change.