{"id":148389,"date":"2026-03-26T22:47:01","date_gmt":"2026-03-27T02:47:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=148389"},"modified":"2026-03-26T22:47:01","modified_gmt":"2026-03-27T02:47:01","slug":"camelback-resorts-aquatopia-indoor-waterpark-and-storm-chaser-nominated-for-usa-today-10best-awards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=148389","title":{"rendered":"CAMELBACK RESORT\u2019S AQUATOPIA INDOOR WATERPARK AND STORM CHASER NOMINATED FOR USA TODAY 10BEST AWARDS"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>TANNERSVILLE, PA \u2013\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.camelbackresort.com\/\">Camelback Resort<\/a>\u00a0announces that Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark and its signature Storm Chaser water coaster have been nominated in USA TODAY\u2019s 10BEST Readers\u2019 Choice Awards. Aquatopia is in the running for \u201c<strong>Best Indoor Water Park<\/strong>,\u201d while Storm Chaser is nominated for \u201c<strong>Best Water Coaster<\/strong>,\u201d highlighting the resort\u2019s continued recognition as a premier year-round family destination.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark<\/strong>, a year-round, climate-controlled attraction, spans more than 125,000 square feet beneath a retractable Texlon roof that allows natural light to filter in during all seasons. The award-winning waterpark features more than a dozen slides and attractions, including family raft rides, body slides, a FlowRider surfing simulator, activity pools, and interactive play zones designed for all ages. A swim-up bar, private cabanas, and dedicated children\u2019s areas further enhance the guest experience, making Aquatopia a standout indoor water park in the Northeast.<\/p>\n<p>Among its headline attractions,\u00a0<strong>Storm Chaser<\/strong>\u00a0delivers a high-thrill experience as a water coaster that uses uphill water propulsion to send riders climbing before plunging through twists, turns and drops. Combining roller coaster-style momentum with water ride excitement, Storm Chaser remains one of Aquatopia\u2019s most popular attractions for families and thrill-seekers alike.<\/p>\n<p>Online voting began Monday, March 23, 2026 and continues through Monday, April 20. Winners will be announced Wednesday, April 29, at noon ET. Fans can vote once per day through the end of the competition by visiting\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/10best.usatoday.com\/awards\/best-indoor-water-park\/\">HERE<\/a>\u00a0for Best Indoor Water Park, and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/10best.usatoday.com\/awards\/best-water-coaster\/\">HERE<\/a>\u00a0for Best Water Coaster. The USA TODAY 10BEST Readers\u2019 Choice Awards highlight top travel experiences across the country, with nominees selected by a panel of industry experts. Voting is open to the public.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><u>About Camelback Resort<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Nestled in the scenic Pocono Mountains, formed 400 million years ago, Camelback Resort is a year-round destination ideal for adventure-packed multi-generational family travel and experiences. The 560-acre resort includes Camelback Mountain for unsurpassed skiing, snowboarding and snowtubing; Camelback Mountain Adventures for ziplining, a treetop obstacle course and alpine mountain coaster; Camelbeach Outdoor Waterpark, Pennsylvania\u2019s biggest outdoor waterpark; and Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark, voted regularly as one of\u00a0<em>USA Today\u2019s<\/em>\u00a0top Indoor Waterparks.<\/p>\n<p>Accommodations are available at Camelback Lodge, an eight-story mountain modern-designed hotel with 453 guest suites, featuring many dining choices including ski-in\/ski-out restaurants, a fitness center, 20,000 square feet of flexible conference and meeting venues and 170,000 square feet of indoor adventure and entertainment space. For reservations and more information, call 1-855-515-1283 or visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.camelbackresort.com\/\">www.CamelbackResort.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Information provided to TVL by:<br \/>\nMarguarite Clark Public Relations<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>TANNERSVILLE, PA \u2013\u00a0Camelback Resort\u00a0announces that Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark and its signature Storm Chaser water coaster have been nominated in USA TODAY\u2019s 10BEST Readers\u2019 Choice Awards. 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