Calling all little explorers! Our kid-friendly adventure in Cortland is packed with fun for everyone. Get ready for smiles, laughter and unforgettable moments.
Where to Stay
Hope Lake Lodge at Greek Peak Mountain Resort is where the kids are entertained and the adults can, dare we say it, relax. Each of the 106 Adirondack-style suites come with a fully equipped kitchen, and if you’re traveling with grandma and grandpa, there are combining bedroom suites that can sleep up to 10 people. The lodge sits next to the ski resort, which is attached to a year-round adventure center for zip lining and snow tubing.
Day 1
A.M. Start your day with the filling, homestyle fare at the Cortland Diner. Nosh on the Cortland Skillet, two scrambled eggs, home fries, and cheddar cheese topped with sausage gravy. Kids will go crazy for the Oreo Waffle.
Noon Watch out for marauding buccaneers as you putt your way through an 18-hole pirate-themed mini golf course at Shipwreck Amusements. Don’t forget to try your hand at the World’s Longest Mini-Golf Hole! Raining? Wear your favorite glowing gear and explore their blacklight mini-golf.
P.M. Play ball! Cheer on the Cortland Crush, an NCAA-sanctioned member of the MLB-endorsed Collegiate Baseball League, at the Lumber Yard. Enjoy classic ballpark snacks and the thrill of the game under the lights.
Day 2
A.M. Railroad lovers, young and old, will love the Homeville Museum at the CNY Living History Center. Learn about railroad history and explore the expansive model train layout. Take a selfie in front of the nearly full-scale replica of the front end of a Lackawanna 2-8-2 “Mikado” Locomotive #2107.
Noon If there is a sci-fi fan in the family, Area 51 offers a cornucopia of fun, from old-school box games to RPGs, collectibles and everything in between. Take home a piece of creativity with custom-made delights, from 3D prints to puzzles, t-shirts, tumblers and beyond.
P.M. Dine with the stars, including a larger-than-life-sized Marilyn Monroe, at the Hollywood Restaurant. Get comfortable in the retro red-vinyl booths, surrounded by classic film posters and neon sculptures. Order a Hollywood Toasted Cheeseburger and a heaping plate of Chicken Tenders for the kiddos, and top off your meal with a milkshake.
Day 3
A.M. Engage in interactive exhibits and activities that bring history to life for kids of all ages at the Cortland County Historical Society. Step back in time to experience what life was like 100+ years ago in Cortland County at the Then & Now Children’s Room.
Noon Grab a sugar fix from the 1945 Lehigh Valley railroad caboose, now the Frosty Caboose. We recommend sharing The Frosty Caboose Sundae, served with vanilla and chocolate twist soft serve, hot fudge, peanut butter sauce and globs of cookie dough.
P.M. Swim, slip and slide at the Cascades Indoor Water Park & Arcade. The 41,000-square-foot indoor facility features over 500 feet of slides, a wading pool, a wave pool, a 500-gallon deluge bucket and more. The grown-ups will appreciate that they can purchase a cocktail and lounge in the hot tub.
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