Birthdays only happen once a year, so why not make them memorable! Hosting a birthday party can be overwhelming, but at Jellystone Park™ Golden Valley 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™ in Bostic, North Carolina! Located just a short drive from North Carolina, 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™ Golden Valley we provide great experiences with a fun time making this campground one of the best family campgrounds in North Carolina. Our 600-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 has exciting kiddie slides, a fort, water cannon, spray features and more! Water attractions are open weekends only April 21 - May 22 and daily May 23 - August 9! So if you're looking for some water fun for your birthday party, look no further than Jellystone Park™ Golden Valley.

• Water Obstacle Course: Race your friends across the course or bounce around at a leisure pace on our Water Obstacle Course!

• Jumping Pillows: A combination of a trampoline and bounce house, bounce your heart out on our giant inflatable pillows!

• Laser Tag: Get a group together for a 30 minute round of laser tag. Run around, hide, duck, and team up to win with your friends in a laser 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.

• Fishing Pond and Hiking Trails: Get some energy out by hiking the trails throughout our Camp-Resort! Don't forget to make a pit stop at the lake to cast your line and catch some bass, catfish, and bluegills!

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

Event Space Rentals

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

Whether you're planning a casual gathering or a special celebration, our indoor/outdoor pavilions offer the ideal setting. With plenty of seating and a spacious covered area, your guests can relax in comfort—rain or shine. Take in the breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains at the Mountain View Pavilion, or enjoy stunning lakefront scenery at the Lake View Pavilion. Both pavilions are thoughtfully equipped with a gas grill, refrigerator, sink, pool table, ping pong table, cozy lounging area, and a fireplace—making them perfect for any occasion.

Our team is ready to assist in making your event memorable! If you have an exciting event coming up, our Pavilions are a great option!

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™ Golden Valley without an overnight stay, making it an accessible and flexible option for busy families looking for a special celebration.

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Group Accommodations

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

Group Lodges:

Coming to stay with a large group? Our group lodges are the perfect accommodation for groups with large numbers that are staying! Luckadoo Lodge can sleep up to 16 people, while Sassafras Ridge Lodge sleeps up to 14 people. These units each include a kitchen, living room, and bathrooms. The kitchens are equipped with an oven, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, refrigerator, stove, dishes, silverware, pots, and pans. You'll also find an outdoor area with a hot tub, fire ring, and charcoal grill. If your looking for some competition the Luckadoo Lodge features a shuffleboard table and the Sassafras Ridge Lodge features a foosball table!

Sycamore Loft Cabins:

Our Sycamore Loft Cabins are great options for those searching for cabins for large groups in North Carolina! This cabin type can sleep up to 10 people and features a full bathroom and a kitchen with a 4-burner stove, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, pots and pans, dishes, and silverware. Want to stay in and have a movie night? There's AC/Heat and cable so you can throw on a movie and hang out all together. Sleeping arrangements include a private bedroom with a queen bed, a twin bunk bed across from the bedroom, a loft area with 2 full mattresses, and a sleeper sofa in the living room. Guests can also enjoy a screened in porch and a picnic table, fire ring, and charcoal grill outside.

Lookout Loft Cabins:

The Lookout Loft Cabins are equipped with amenities to comfortably accommodate up to 8 guests and feature a private bedroom with a queen bed, a set of built-in twin bunk beds, and a loft space with 2 twin beds that's perfect for kids to sleep and play. The full bathroom has a sink, toilet, and shower. The kitchen comes equipped with a refrigerator, 4-burner stove, oven, microwave, coffee maker, dishes, silverware, pots, and pans, plus a table and chairs. A TV and a full-size futon are also provided. Plus, enjoy a private porch with a rooftop deck in addition to an outdoor area with a picnic table, fire ring, and charcoal grill.

Forest Cove Cabins:

Have a furry friend you want to bring along to the birthday fun? Our Blue Ridge Bungalows are pet friendly and can sleep up to 10 guests. This North Carolina cabin type includes their own full bathroom, a queen sized bed, built-in twin bunk beds. Head up the stairs to a loft space with two full mattresses, perfect for kids to sleep, play, and have their own area! A private bathroom with a sink, toilet, and shower is also included to clean up after a fun day celebrating your birthday outside! These cabins have a kitchen with a fridge, 4 burner stove, microwave, coffee maker, dishes, pots & pans, silverware, plus a table and chairs set. They also come with a TV perfect for a movie to end off the night. Completing this rental unit is a screened-in porch with lounge furniture perfect to hang around outside and enjoy the beautiful outdoors while still being screened in! 

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™ Golden Valley 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.

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With so much to fill the day, Jellystone Park™ Golden Valley 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!