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Kid’s Guide to Skamania

We know little adventurers love to explore just as much as adults. That’s why we’ve created a guide just for kids, highlighting all the fun activities, scavenger hunts, game room options, and seasonal adventures happening around the Lodge. Whether it’s a rainy-day game indoors or an outdoor discovery trail, this page is your go-to resource to keep the whole family engaged and smiling.

Q: What’s a bear’s favorite thing to do at Skamania Lodge?
A: Enjoy a “paw-some” stay in the treehouses! 

Skamania Lodge

Build a Friend Workshops

Create a winter woodland friend to cuddle or to give as a special gift!
Admission $30 per animal, openings available throughout workshop times, no reservations required.
3:30 pm – 6 pm
Saturdays, January 10, 17, 24, 31

Tickets: Here

Sweetheart Snugglers Build a Friend Workshops
Saturdays, February 7 to 28 3:30 pm to 6 pm
Create a stuffed animal to cuddle or give! $30 per Animal No reservations required, openings available throughout workshop times

Tickets: Here

Build-a-Friend Workshops

Create a cuddly stuffed animal friend in this hands-on, creative workshop. Admission: $30 per animal, tickets available in the Gift Shop, no reservations required. Join us anytime between 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm on these special dates:


SHAMROCK STUFFIES ~ Saturdays March 7-28
SPRING SNUGGLERS March 21 – March 28 & April 4 – April 11
MOTHER’S DAY May 9 & 10
MEMORIAL DAY May 22 – May 25

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Scavenger Hunts

Check in at the front desk for more information!

Winter Scavenger Hunts | January & February

Winter Trail Scavenger Hunt
Guests follow riddles along lodge trails to find natural treasures, take photos, and earn a prize. Encourages outdoor exploration.

The Curious Quest for Scout
Search for hidden Scout the baby Bigfoot mascots indoors, take photos, and claim a prize. Playful and engaging for families.

Search for Gnomance Gnomes
Find five love-inspired gnomes throughout the lodge with clues from a flyer you can pick up at the front desk. Heart- or Gorge-themed prizes await!

Animal Safari – Indoor Scavenger Hunt All Day | Year-Round
Explore Skamania Lodge from a whole new perspective with our Animal Safari indoor scavenger hunt. Guests are invited to search the lodge’s public areas for animals hidden within our art and décor—appearing in paintings, wood and iron sculptures, and rubbings throughout the property. This self-guided activity is perfect for all ages and available rain or shine. Guests will receive an Animal Safari checklist at the Front Desk. Once all animals are found, return the completed list to the Front Desk to receive a prize.

Earth Day Outdoor Scavenger Adventure All Day | March 1 – May 31
Celebrate Earth’s beauty with an interactive self-guided challenge. Guests search for animals, trees, and plants while hiking trails, golfing, or exploring the lodge grounds using the guide. Adults can take photos of their discoveries then share using a designated hashtag for Skamania Lodge and be entered for a free night in one of our treehouses. All participating children will receive a toy basket prize.

In-door Search for Pip All Day | Year-Round
Keep your eyes peeled for our baby sasquatch Pip, one of Skamania Lodge’s hidden woodland friends! Pip can be found tucked away throughout the lodge and surrounding public areas. Guests are invited to search for Pip during their stay, snap a photo when they find him, and share their discovery at the Front Desk to receive a fun prize. This self-guided activity is perfect for guests of all ages and can be enjoyed at any time during the day.

St. Patrick’s Search for Gold March 14th – 30th, Daylight Hours
Take the luck o’ the Irish with you on a hike of our Creek Loop Trail in search of pots of gold! Take photos of all four, and claim your prize at the front desk.

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Gorge Game Room

Every Day March 20th –April 5th, Fridays & Saturdays only, April 10th – May 30th | Noon – 9 pm Sundays 9am-noon.

Challenge your friends and family to board games, ping pong, fun on our Wii console and more! For in-house guests only

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Skamania Lodge Adventures

At Skamania Lodge, kids can jump into exciting outdoor fun! Climb and balance your way through the ropes course, or zoom through the trees on a thrilling zip line. For axe throwing, all participants must be at least 12 years old. Whether you’re exploring with family or friends, every adventure is about laughter, courage, and unforgettable memories in the great outdoors.

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Golf

Kids can join in the golfing fun at Skamania Lodge! Our scenic course is beginner-friendly, with plenty of space to practice swings, putt, and learn the game in a relaxed setting. Whether it’s a family round or just trying it out for the first time, golf here is all about fresh air, fun, and learning together.

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Annual Easter Egg Hunt - April 5th

Hop on out to the Front Lawn for Skamania Lodge’s larger-than-life Easter Egg Hunt!