A recent glimpse into the 533,000 square foot, $163 million Camelback Lodge & Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark peaked the curiosity of guests eager for a peek into Camelback’s future. With sights set on a March 2015 opening, current owners Arthur Berry III and Ken Ellis captivated their audience with a presentation on the evolution of the Tannersville site.
Skiers tackling 1963’s snow covered slopes kicked off the slideshow; with images of the first Alpine Slide in 1977, then satisfying minds as to the legacy of remnants remaining slopeside after each year’s spring thaw. Berry even announced plans to revisit Alpine Slide fun in the coming years. Camelbeach’s debut in 1998 and expansion was met with applause; as was the image of 2009’s CBK Adventures.
Then, the unspoken question of after 50 years delivering some of the area’s top outdoor entertainment what could possibly come next was answered…
You bring the excitement indoors!
Calling Camelback already, “One of the top four season destinations in the country,” the group proceeded to tell of the destination’s latest concept with visuals. Building on each area of the resort as a catalyst igniting the imaginations of all a mascot known as Sir Kartrite’s journey to distant lands will lend the ideal backdrop.
CL’s 170,000 square foot adventure center including Aquatopia, what the group considers their “star attraction,” took center stage. Seven pools and 13 waterslides proved just the tip of the iceberg, with attractions including Storm Chaser and Venus Slyde Trap sending harmless dares across tables of Hard Hat Tour guests.
A walk through Camelback Lodge & Aquatopia’s unique design and expansive amenities followed unveiling accommodations with beautiful scenery inside and out overlooking the slopes. Many admittedly left the site in awe as they wondered “What could they possibly think of next!”
