Birthdays only happen once a year, so why not make them memorable! Hosting a birthday party can be overwhelming, but at Jellystone Park™ Lazy River we will make for a stress free, fun, and unforgettable birthday experience! Looking for a unique and exciting venue to host your child's next birthday party? Look no further than Jellystone Park™ Lazy River in Gardiner, New York! Located just a short drive from Albany, our award-winning campground offers a bunch of attractions and amenities that promise to create lasting memories for your family and friends. Whether your child dreams of splashing the day away in a water park, embarking on outdoor adventures, or meeting their favorite bear, we have everything you need to make their birthday extra special.

Attractions for All Ages

At Jellystone Park™ Lazy River, we provide great experiences with a fun time making this campground one of the best family campgrounds in upstate New York. Our 100-acre resort is packed with fun-filled activities suitable for all ages and perfect for birthday fun:

Yogi Bear's Water Playground: Enjoy the sun and splash around on the water playground right next to the pool! The water playground features two 100’ waterslides, a 750-gallon hydrostorm, kiddie slides, a fort, water cannon, spray features, and much more add up to hours of wet and wacky fun! So if you're looking for some water fun for your birthday party, look no further than Jellystone Park™ Lazy River.
Lazy River: Enjoy endless amounts of fun floating the sunny days away in our lazy river! Kids will love the endless water features, including water sprayers, cannons, and buckets!
Jumping Pillows: A combination of a trampoline and bounce house, bounce your heart out on our giant inflatable pillows!
Lazer Tag: Get a group together for a 30 minute round of lazer tag. Run around, hide, duck, and team up to win with your friends in a lazer tag game you won't want to miss out on!
Gem Mining: At the mine, you can search for rocks, shells, and gemstones to take home with you as souvenirs.
Arcade: Enjoy a variety of games and win exciting prizes!

Best of all, almost all attractions are FREE with your stay, making us one of the best vacation spots in New York for birthday parties.

Event Pavilion

Hosting an event and need a space to do it? Jellystone Park™ Lazy River has you covered, literally! Whether its a birthday party, wedding venue, work gathering, family reunion, or any other event, our Jellystone Park™ Lazy River Event Pavilion is the perfect space to host your celebration or gathering.

Look no further than Jellystone Park™ Lazy River when it comes to hosting your next group outing! Our New York camp-resort has over 100 rolling acres, making it the perfect place to have your next birthday party, wedding reception, work gathering, family reunion or any other event! Our experienced event staff is ready to work with you to help plan the most unforgettable event at our pavilion!

Day Pass Options

Want to have some birthday fun but not staying overnight? No problem! We offer day passes that allow for a day of fun without the overnight stay! With the day pass you have access to so many of the fun amenities that will make the day memorable, including the water playground, laser tag, planned activities, and more. It's an ideal option for a fun-filled day trip and makes it perfect to host a birthday party for the day! Our day passes allow families to experience the magic of Jellystone Park™ Lazy River without an overnight stay, making it an accessible and flexible option for busy families looking for a special celebration.

Prices:

Day guests ages 4+ are $45/person, while guests under 3 years old are FREE. There's an additional parking fee of $5/vehicle.

Days & Hours

Available select days 11am - 7pm. Currently available Sunday - Thursday during peak season.

Group Accommodations

For those looking to extend the celebration, we offer a variety of cabins perfect for large groups:

Bevier Lodge:

Ideal for groups wanting the added privacy of a cabin while being close to the action, our Bevier Lodge accommodates up to 9 people. Enjoy private bedrooms, a full kitchen, bathrooms, and amenities for a memorable group retreat. Take advantage of the hot tub, outdoor deck, and more at our New York campground with cabins!

Cindy Bear™ Palace:

Located right next to all the action, Cindy Bear™ Palace is one of the best cabin rentals in New York for active groups! The Cindy Bear's Palace sleeps up to 18 and has 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, a screened-in porch, plus it even has a game room with a pool table! Enjoy an outdoor area with a hot tub, picnic table, fire ring, and gas grill when you stay at this cabin rental near New Paltz, NY.

Mountain View Lodge:

Gather your family and friends in this charming cabin which has beautiful views of the Shawangunk Mountains! Mountain View Lodge sleeps up to 16 and includes 5 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, plus an outdoor pavilion equipped with an outdoor kitchen, gas grill, and a hot tub. Enjoy all the comforts of home in this cabin!

Ranger Smith™ Retreat:

Just a hop and skip away from the Lazy River and Ranger Station at our campground near New Paltz, NY, the Ranger Smith™ Retreat is the ultimate New York glamping experience! This group lodge sleeps up to 12 and has amenities like a fireplace, a sunroom/porch, and a hot tub. Relax in style at this large lodge!

Our group cabin rentals are designed to provide comfort and convenience, ensuring your group has a memorable stay. Whether your group is big or small, Jellystone Park™ Lazy River has a place perfect for a birthday vacation stay that can accommodate everyone!

Bear Visit Add-On

Make your child's birthday extra special with a personal visit from Yogi Bear™ himself! Our Bear Visits brings the beloved character right to your party, creating unforgettable moments for all attendees. Imagine the delight on your child's face as Yogi Bear™ arrives to join the festivities, pose for photos, and even deliver a special birthday surprise.

Pricing & Details

Bear Visits are $45 + tax per person, and include balloons, a celebration/visit sign, 4"x6" picture with a bear plus souvenir photo frame, and an exclusive visit with a bear at your cabin or campsite!

With so much to fill the day, Jellystone Park™ Lazy River is the ultimate destination for fun birthday party ideas for kids! With a wide range of attractions, comfortable group accommodations, and unique add-ons like bear visits, we ensure your celebration is both fun and memorable. We can't wait to celebrate your special day with you!