Yogi Bear is coming out of hibernation this spring just in time to join families as they experience the April 8 total solar eclipse. Many Jellystone Park locations are hosting fun and educational events the weekend before the eclipse as well as during it. Others will be open for RVing and camping so that families may enjoy the eclipse in nature.
The following Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts are hosting special events. Visit each location’s website for details and to make reservations!
Bloomington, Indiana: At this location, families will delight in a Moon Ball Gaga Ball tournament, jump’n’glow at the jump pillow, a dance party, as well as themed arts and crafts and refreshments. Details: https://jellystonelakemonroe.com/activities/themed-weekends
Canyon Lake – San Antonio, Texas: The fun starts Friday, April 5, at this location and includes a Total Eclipse Scavenger Hunt, “BinGLOW” Bingo, Outer Space Balloon Painting, astronomical trivia and Solar Eclipse of the Heart Bear-e-oke. The water attractions will be open. Details: https://jellystonehillcountry.com/events
Cleveland-Sandusky, Ohio: This location provides the ideal setting to escape the lights and noise of Northeast Ohio. A Saturday night dance party and a Monday morning wagon ride will make the weekend memorable. Complimentary eclipse glasses will be provided and souvenir t-shirts will be available. Details: https://www.clevelandjellystone.com/snag-your-campsites-for-the-total-solar-eclipse
Columbus North, Ohio: This location is perfectly positioned within the path of totality, ensuring guests experience the full effect of the eclipse. The Solar Eclipse Weekend includes themed arts and crafts as well as wagon rides. The popular Jellystone Park Express train will be choo-chooing, too. Guests will receive complimentary eclipse glasses. Details: http://www.columbusjellystone.com/eclipse-camping-at-jellystone-park-columbus-north
Eureka, Missouri: Kids at this location will be able to hunt for a time capsule buried in 2017 there during the last eclipse. Its contents will be revealed during a special ceremony. NASA’s live stream will be shown on the activity veranda and eclipse science projects, face painting and a bubble party are among the many other activities. Details: https://eurekajellystone.com/activities
Fredericksburg, Texas: The outdoor Jellystone Park Theater at this location will provide a great view of the sky. There will be special activities, such as Roll-an-Alien, Asteroid Bowling and Musical Planets with Cindy Bear. Details: https://twcjellystone.com/event-directory
Golden Valley, North Carolina: This location is holding a watch party and offering themed educational crafts as part of its Great Outdoors Week. Other activities include a s’mores social, flower planting and visits with petting zoo critters. Details: https://campgoldenvalley.com/themes
Indianapolis East, Indiana: Eclipse fun will last all weekend at this location with games like Ring Around the Planets and Capture the Moon, as well as activities such as a rocket balancing contest, saucer throwing, and crafting your own jumping alien. Details: https://jellystoneindy.com/activities/
Kerrville, Texas: At this location, guests will gather around the pool for a Glow Viewing Party complete with a D.J., guest astronomer, glow beach balls, glow sticks and tiki torches. There will be additional eclipse-themed activities and food and drink specials will be available all weekend. Details: https://jellystoneguadalupe.com/events
New Douglas, Illinois: Space games will be non-stop at this location with kids being able to play Musical Planets, Galactic Freeze Tag, Pin the Moon on the Sun, and Alien Invasion Tag. A moon rock hunt, as well as arts and crafts are also on the schedule. Details: https://www.rusticacresjellystonepark.com
North Texas (Burleson): At this location, the Family Solar Eclipse Adventure, April 7-8, will promote astronomy education and fun. Kids will be able to touch real meteorites, take part in the Solar System Scavenger Hunt, play Alien Tag and show off in the Space Cowboy costume contest. Details: http://www.northtexasjellystone.com/upcomingevents/family-solar-eclipse-adventure
Tyler, Texas: This location’s viewing party will be on the pool deck. Eclipse-themed crafts will be available along with educational activities. The water attractions will be open on the weekend, with the pool open every day. Details: https://jellystonetyler.com/events
Williamsport, Maryland: At this location, Star Dust Wiffleball, Create-Your-Own Martian slime, eclipse crafts, including solar system necklaces and bracelets, will make for a memorable visit. Details: https://jellystonemaryland.com/events
West Georgia – Atlanta: This location is celebrating with a Spring Soiree. Weekend activities, crafts and games will energize families who can then chill out on Monday as the eclipse dramatically unfolds. Details: https://www.gajellystone.com/theme-weekends
Waller, Texas: All the fun of “Great Outdoors Weekend” will set the stage for the eclipse at this location. Families will be able to plant their own flowers, cool down in the pool, warm up by the fire at a s’mores social, and meet new furry friends at the animal encounter. Details: https://wallerjellystonepark.com/themes
The following Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts will also be open for RVing and camping. Services will vary; visit each location’s website for details.
Akron/Canton, Ohio https://akroncantonjellystone.com
Chautauqua County, New York https://chqjellystone.com
Cherokee, North Carolina https://jellystonecherokee.com
Luray, Virginia https://www.campluray.com
Memphis, Tennessee https://www.memphisjellystone.com
Mill Run, Pennsylvania https://www.jellystonemillrun.com
Natural Bridge, Virginia https://www.sunoutdoors.com/virginia/jellystone-park-natural-bridge
PA Wilds, Pennsylvania https://jellystonepawilds.com
Pelahatchie, Mississippi https://www.jellystonems.com
Pittsfield, Illinois https://jellystonepinelakes.com
Quarryville, Pennsylvania https://www.jellystonepa.com
Wichita Falls, Texas https://wichitafallsjellystonepark.com
Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts, with more than 75 franchised locations in the U.S. and Canada, are renowned for their attractions such as pools and water slides, non-stop family activities, up-close fun with the Yogi Bear characters, and glamping-style accommodations. Most of the fun is included in the cost of a cabin or RV stay. To view our 75+ locations, please visit https://www.campjellystone.com/locations/.
