Colorado Springs' newest kid-friendly attraction is a winner for its fun activities, including mini-golf, climbing and bowling; its slew of cool year-round pools; and its more educational pursuits, such as the adventurous 'MagiQuest,' and the take-what-you-make 'Creation Station,' where kids (and adults!) can design and build their own soft toy. The catch: to use the park, you must stay at the resort.
Fortunately, when you add up the expense of family rooms in motels, meals, and admission fees, Great Wolf Lodge, as a one stop shop, offers excellent value. Note that while admission to the water park is included in the package, meals aren't: but there's a range of dining options to choose from under the one roof.