Split Rock Resort rides indoor waterpark wave

New $19 million indoor waterpark has it all LAKE HARMONY — A new 53,000-square-foot indoor waterpark, appropriately named H2Oooohh, will make a big splash this fall when it opens at Split Rock Resort, the Pocono Mountains’ largest resort facility. The $19 million waterpark will enable visitors to extend their summers long after Labor Day has passed with features such as body slides, a family raft ride, a multi-level splash playground and a children’s activity pool. In addition, the complex will feature the Flowrider, the Pocono’s fist indoor, innovative swift-moving water wave for boogie boarding and board surfing. The H2Oooohh debut bolsters the popular trend of indoor waterpark vacations and joins other such popular amusement destinations across the country. “We are incredibly excited to unveil our new indoor waterpark this fall,” said Chuck Dickinson, director of special projects at Split Rock Resort. “Indoor waterpark vacations are incredibly popular with the family traveler. We built this facility to enhance the experience for both our existing guests and to attract new clientele in search of the ‘all-in-one’ destination. Unlike other indoor waterparks, we’re also open to the public!” Guests of H2Oooohh will have much to discover as they enter the rainforest-themed waterpark. The Flowrider will challenge motor and balance skills, while a multi-level water playground will squirt, spurt and douse kids with a big “surprise” with a dipping bucket of water. Another activity pool just for younger guests will keep them busy all day long while those looking for a reprieve will find it in the wavepool and whirlpools. The park will also include lockers and a fully-equipped snack bar for guests’ convenience, and enjoyment while watching surfers on the Flowrider. The waterpark will be kept at an optimal temperature of 84 degrees with low humidity for the comfort of guests and also features a large skylight roof to flood the space with sunlight year-round. Park rates and hours will be posted at www.SplitRockResort.com starting on Sept. 1,. This new attraction will further expand the already seemingly endless array of recreational options available at Split Rock Resort, which include everything from golf, tennis and boating to hiking, biking and swimming. In addition, the resort features its own first run movie theater, bowling alley, fitness facility with three restaurants and three snack bars. Lodging accommodations range from standard hotel rooms to deluxe two-bedroom suites and town home villas with full kitchens, for family convenience. Split Rock Resort at Lake Harmony is located off Interstate Highway 80, near Blakeslee. For more information, call toll-free 1-800-255-7625 or visit www.splitrockresort.com.