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Lake Rudolph

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Stage 4 Indiana Opening Update

Our governor has announced that we will remain in stage 4 of the reopening plan. That means that Blitzen Bay and Santa’s SplashDown WaterPark will continue to operate at 50% capacity until at least July 18. You’ll receive information during check in regarding pool procedures,etc.

As of now, our waterpark has not reached capacity … it covers a much larger square footage area than the pool and is easier to physical distance. If we happen to reach capacity for Santa’s SplashDown WaterPark or RainDeer WaterWorks, we will implement procedures at that time which would limit the amount of wristbands we sell per day.

Please be patient as we strive to protect your family and our team members!

Blitzen Bay Pool Procedures:

  • Our pool is currently open at 50% capacity … a maximum of 121 guests.
  • We have implemented a procedure to sign up for slot times.
  • Pool time slots are shown below. To sign up for a time slot, please arrive 15 minutes prior to the beginning slot time.
  • Example: To sign up at for the 10am slot, please arrive at 9:45 am CT.
  • You may NOT sign up in advance.
  • You are not able to sign up for multiple time slots.
  • Sign up using your first and last name. Please let our attendant know how many from your party are attending this time slot.
  • Each guest will be given a wristband that has a date and time. The wristband MUST be worn!
    • When your time slot ends, or if you choose to leave prior, your wristband will be removed by our attendant.
  • You may not enter the pool area without a valid wristband.
  • Between each time slot there is a fifteen minute window for sanitizing and cleaning.

Time Slots:

Slot 1: 10:00 am – 11:30 am CT
Slot 2: 11:45 am – 1:15 pm CT
 Slot 3: 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm CT
Slot 4: 3:15 pm – 4:45 pm CT
Slot 5: 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm CT
Slot 6: 6:45 pm – 8:00 pm CT

 

Camp Store & Activity Center

  • Open at 75% capacity
  • Follow social distancing guidelines

Camp Store Game Room

  • Remains closed.

Prancer’s Activity Center Game Room

  • Open at 50% occupancy.
  • Follow social distancing guidelines

Blitzen Kitchen – Open!

  • Follow social distancing guidelines

Dog Park – Open!

  • Follow social distancing guidelines

Playgrounds – Open!

Volleyball Court – Open!

Basketball Courts/Pavilion/Miniature Golf – Open!

  • For the playgrounds, mini golf, volleyball, and basketball courts please follow social distancing guidelines

Bathhouses

  • Open, but with limitations and newly implemented procedures per CDC guidelines

Laundry Facilities

  • Limited hours of operation … 9:00 am – 5:00 pm CT
  • Follow social distancing guidelines

How to Make an Online Reservation with Campspot

With our new Campspot reservation system comes a new process of booking. So in this post we’re going to walk you through how to make an online reservation, step-by-step.

Remember … online reservations for all of 2021 begin this coming Monday, June 1!

How to Make an Online Reservation

  1. Go to LakeRudolph.com
  2. Click on the red box on the main page that says ‘Search Availability & Rates’
  3. Enter your check in and check out dates. Remember that we have a two-night minimum and a three-night minimum on holidays.
  4. In the Guests dropdown, specify how many adults and children are in your party and if you’ll be bringing a pet. Please remember that we allow a maximum of 8 people per site.
  5. Click the Search magnifying glass in the yellow box.
  6. On the left, you may filter your search by Lodging (Cabins, Cottages, & RV Rentals), RV Sites, or Tent Sites.

Booking a Vacation Rental/Lodging

  • All of our lodging options will be on the first page. Choose from Christmas Cabin, Holiday Cottage, Family Cabin, Legendary Cabin, Standard Rental RV, King Size Rental RV, and Standard Rental RV.
  • We do have pet friendly and handicap accessible units! If you’ll be bringing a furry friend choose a rental with the paw print icon beside it. If you need a handicap accessible unit, choose one with the wheelchair icon.
  • Once you choose one, you’ll be taken to the next page which has a description and photos of that type of rental.
  • Choose which rental best suits your needs and click on the bolded heading name.
  • Read through the overview of the rental to see what it includes. You will also see photos of this type of rental; please note these are not photos of your rental … only the same rental type!
  • In the first ‘Trip Details’ portion … double check that your dates are correct!
  • When you click the box for ‘Site Location’ it will scroll down to our map where you may choose the site.
  • Available rentals are designated by a blue square based on the parameters you have given and/or selected.
  • To select a Rental simply click it. A box will pop up with the Rental name and number.
  • If you wish to choose that rental, click the yellow rectangle that states ‘Select’.
  • If you do not wish to choose that rental and want to look at another, simply click another blue square on the map and a new box will pop up with those details.
  • Below the interactive map you’ll see a list of rentals and their numbers. If you’ve chosen your rental on the map by clicking ‘Select’ you can ignore this part. If you’d like more information about each, these listings will have that information. You may also select a rental from this list by clicking the gray ‘Select’ button to the right of the listing.
  • Review the total and the amount that is due at booking. Check that you’ve selected the rental you wanted and the correct number of rentals.
  • Click the yellow rectangle stating ‘Add to Cart’
  • A box will pop up asking if you want to ‘Lock in your Site’ for a $20 fee. If you wish to reserve this site only and not be moved, click the yellow rectangle stating ‘Yes, Pay Lock Fee’. If you don’t mind if you are moved, click the gray rectangle stating ‘No Thanks’. Much like a hotel, our new reservation system automatically moves reservations to efficiently fill the grid, so please be aware that you may be moved at any time prior to arrival if you do not ‘Lock’ in your site. The Lock fee applies to both online and phone reservations.
  • Determine if you’d like to add a golf car to your reservation. We have 4 passenger ($48.15/night) and 6 passenger ($64.20/night).
  • If you add one, select which size you need. You are only allowed one golf car per site. If you add more than one, any additional will be removed and a new confirmation sent.
  • Double check the dates you want the car for your reservation.
  • Review the price. When ready click the yellow rectangle stating ‘Add to Cart’
  • Complete the ‘Guest Information’ portion entering all your information.
  • Review the order summary and again double check the dates.
  • When you’re certain everything is correct, click the yellow rectangle stating ‘Continue to Payment Information.’
  • Enter your payment method. Check the billing information.
  • Choose to pay either the full amount or the minimum deposit. If you choose the deposit, the remaining balance will be due 48 hours prior to your stay. You can call us to process that or we will charge the card on file 48 hours prior.
  • Click the yellow rectangle stating ‘Continue to Order Review’
  • Review your order. Check that your details are all correct. Also double check your dates and site information.
  • If everything is correct, click to put a checkmark in the ‘Terms and Conditions’ box stating that you agree.
  • Click the yellow rectangle that states ‘Place Order’. Please only click this button once. It may take a minute or two to get to the confirmation page.
  • You should receive an email confirmation within a few hours.

Booking a RV Site

  • On the left sidebar fill in information regarding the RV you’ll be bringing.
  • Make sure to enter your RV type. Ex: Pop-up, fifth wheel, travel trailer, etc.
  • Put in your RV length, tongue to tail. Let us know if you have any slide-outs and where they are located.
  • Select the amenities you need. Check 30 amp or 50 amp, concrete or gravel pad.
  • As you fill in these boxes, the search results will populate what type of sites will work based on the parameters you entered.
  • Choose which site best suits your needs and click on the bolded heading name.
  • Read through the overview of the site to see what it includes. You will also see photos of this type of site. Please note these are not photos of your exact site … only the same site type.
  • In the first ‘Trip Details’ portion … double check that your dates are correct!
  • In the ‘Equipment Details’ please choose what type RV you are bringing if not already filled in.
  • Enter the length of your RV, tongue to tail measurements.
  • Note if you have slide outs and where they are located on the RV.
  • When you click the box for ‘Site Location’ it will scroll down to our map where you may choose the site.
  • Available sites are designated by a blue square based on the parameters you have given and/or selected.
  • To select a Site simply click it. A box will pop up with the site details and site number.
  • If you wish to choose that site, click the yellow rectangle that states ‘Select’.
  • If you do not wish to choose that site and want to look at another, simply click another blue square on the map and a new box will pop up with those details.
  • Below the interactive map you’ll see a list of sites. If you’ve chosen your site on the map by clicking ‘Select’ you can ignore this part. If you’d like more information about each site including the length of each, these listings will have that information. You may also select a site from this list by clicking the gray ‘Select’ button to the right of the listing.
  • Review the total and the site location. Make sure you have the correct number of sites you wanted.
  • Click the yellow rectangle stating ‘Add to Cart’
  • A box will pop up asking if you want to ‘Lock in your Site’ for a $20 fee. If you wish to reserve this site only and not be moved, click the yellow rectangle stating ‘Yes, Pay Lock Fee’. If you don’t mind if you are moved, click the gray rectangle stating ‘No Thanks’. Much like a hotel, our new reservation system automatically moves reservations to efficiently fill the grid, so please be aware that you may be moved at any time prior to arrival if you do not ‘Lock’ in your site. The Lock fee applies to both online and phone reservations.
  • Determine if you’d like to add a golf car to your reservation. We have 4 passenger ($48.15/night) and 6 passenger ($64.20/night).
  • If you add one, select which size you need. You are only allowed one golf car per site. If you add more than one, any additional will be removed and a new confirmation sent.
  • Review the price. When ready click the yellow rectangle stating ‘Add to Cart’
  • Complete the ‘Guest Information’ portion entering all your information.
  • Review the Order Summary and again double check the dates.
  • When you’re certain everything is correct, click the yellow rectangle stating ‘Continue to Payment Information.’
  • Enter your payment method. Check the billing information.
  • Choose to pay either the full amount or the minimum deposit. If you choose the deposit, the remaining balance will be due 48 hours prior to your stay. You can call us to process that or we will charge the card on file 48 hours prior.
  • Click the yellow rectangle stating ‘Continue to Order Review’
  • Review your order. Check that your details are all correct. Also double check your dates and site information.
  • If everything is correct, click to put a check mark in the ‘Terms and Conditions’ box stating that you agree.
  • Click the yellow rectangle that states ‘Place Order’. Please only click this button once. It may take a minute or two to get to the confirmation page.
  • You should receive an email confirmation within a few hours.

Booking a Tent Site

  • Read through the overview of the site to see what it includes. You will also see photos of this type of rental; please note these are not photos of your exact site … only the same site type.
  • In the first ‘Trip Details’ portion … double check that your dates are correct!
  • When you click the box for ‘Site Location’ it will scroll down to our map where you may choose the site.
  • Available sites are designated by a blue square based on the parameters you have given and/or selected.
  • To select a Site simply click it. A box will pop up with the site details and site number.
  • If you wish to choose that site, click the yellow rectangle that states ‘Select’.
  • If you do not wish to choose that site and want to look at another, simply click another blue square on the map and a new box will pop up with those details.
  • Below the interactive map you’ll see a list of sites. If you’ve chosen your site on the map by clicking ‘Select’ you can ignore this part. If you’d like more information about each site, these listings will have that information. You may also select a site from this list by clicking the gray ‘Select’ button to the right of the listing.
  • Review the total and the site location. Make sure you have the correct number of sites you wanted.
  • Review the total.
  • Click the yellow rectangle stating ‘Add to Cart’
  • A box will pop up asking if you want to ‘Lock in your Site’ for a $20 fee. If you wish to reserve this site only and not be moved, click the yellow rectangle stating ‘Yes, Pay Lock Fee’. If you don’t mind if you are moved, click the gray rectangle stating ‘No Thanks’. Much like a hotel, our new reservation system automatically moves reservations to efficiently fill the grid, so please be aware that you may be moved at any time prior to arrival if you do not ‘Lock’ in your site. The Lock fee applies to both online and phone reservations.
  • Determine if you’d like to add a golf car to your reservation. We have 4 passenger ($48.15/night) and 6 passenger ($64.20/night).
  • If you add one, select which size you need. You are only allowed one golf car per site. If you add more than one, any additional will be removed and a new confirmation sent.
  • Review the price. When ready click the yellow rectangle stating ‘Add to Cart’
  • Complete the ‘Guest Information’ portion entering all your information.
  • Review the Order Summary and again double check the dates.
  • When you’re certain everything is correct, click the yellow rectangle stating ‘Continue to Payment Information.’
  • Enter your payment method. Check the billing information.
  • Choose to pay either the full amount or the minimum deposit. If you choose the deposit, the remaining balance will be due 48 hours prior to your stay. You can call us to process that or we will charge the card on file 48 hours prior.
  • Click the yellow rectangle stating ‘Continue to Order Review’
  • Review your order. Check that your details are all correct. Also double check your dates and site information.
  • If everything is correct, click to put a checkmark in the ‘Terms and Conditions’ box stating that you agree.
  • Click the yellow rectangle that states ‘Place Order’. Please only click this button once. It may take a minute or two to get to the confirmation page.
  • You should receive an email confirmation within a few hours.

Booking Multiple Sites/Rentals

  • After you have added one site and are in your Cart, you will see a statement that says “Booking for a group? Shop more available sites’ and gray box to click that says ‘Continue Shopping’.
  • Choose your dates again and go through the process of selecting your site or rental.
  • It will add it to your cart with the other site or rental.
  • Repeat this process for as many times as you need.
  • When you view your cart you should see each site or rental listed there.
  • You have a limited amount of time to check out before these items will be removed from your cart!
  • Remember that you will be required to pay the first night’s deposit on each site or rental that you add. All deposits will be grouped together in one payment.

Booking Multiple Different Dates

  • If you are booking multiple dates with us (Ex: Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Halloween Weekends) it is best to make different reservations.
  • Do not put them all together with different dates in the same cart and transaction.
  • Break them up into separate dates, payments, and stays.
  • This will be less confusing for you AND for our staff during booking and check in.

2021 Online Reservations

We will begin taking online reservations for ALL of 2021 on June 1!

Reservations will be open at 8:00 am CT to reserve online only.

Please do not call in with your reservation on this day. We will accept phone reservations for all of 2021 on June 8 at 8:00 am CT.

You may come into our office on June 1 to make reservations for 2021. Please note that we will be following and implementing social distancing guidelines. This will include no more than four guests in the office at one time. You are only allowed to have one person from your party inside. We have blue circles that will make six feet in distance from the other guests. Until a blue circle is vacant, you must wait in line outside the main office.

Here are a few new things to note about our new Campspot reservation system:

Lock Fee: There is a $20 Lock Fee that you MUST add in order to guarantee the specific site you want.  If you do not add the lock fee, you will still have a reservation for the type of site or vacation rental you reserved, but will not know which site or rental you have until you arrive. Much like a hotel, our new reservation system automatically moves reservations to efficiently fill the grid, so please be aware that you may be moved at any time prior to arrival if you do not ‘Lock’ in your site. The Lock fee applies to both online and phone reservations.

Golf Cars: You may now book golf cars online! Just like in the past, you may add only 1 golf car per site. Our staff members will be monitoring this and if we see an instance where two golf cars have been added to one site, one car will automatically be cancelled and a new confirmation sent. Please pay attention when adding the golf car that you click once and wait to see it added to the shopping cart.

Halloween Weekends: When we say all of 2021 we are including Halloween Weekends. You may reserve online on June 1 for Halloween Weekends during 2021. To have the best chance at getting a golf car we encourage you to book as early as possible. We will no longer have a golf car waiting list as you’re able to book them online. As they get canceled, they will be first come, first serve.

Making an Online Reservation: If you’re unsure of how to use our new online system, don’t worry. There will be a blog post following this one that will have all the instructions, step by step. The post will also include how to book multiple sites and rentals for the same date, as well as booking sites and rentals for various dates throughout our season.

 

 

Opening Day & COVID-19 Message

As COVID-19 has become more of a concern, we are following our state and local government mandates to restrict person-to-person interactions at our Main Office. We are monitoring and watching updates from the Center for Disease Control and the World Health Organization.

Opening day is drawing closer. For now, we are scheduled to open the campground on May 1. It’s possible that access to many of our amenities may be limited. We will continue to keep you updated as conditions and state/federal mandates change.

We’re sure you have questions … we do too! It is a new, different world and we’re in this together. We’re taking this one step at a time and will be sure to keep you updated as we have new information.

For now, our office is open for phone calls ONLY!! Reservation line number is 1-888-929-7010. Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm CT. We also encourage you to use our new and improved online reservation system.

Please do your part. Be safe. Practice social distancing. Quarantine if you feel sick. We all want this virus to disappear so we can move onward to Summer 2020!

 

New for 2020!

For 2020 guests will experience and enjoy approximately $2 million in additions and improvements at Lake Rudolph!

Improvements and additions include:

  • A new interactive water playground called RainDeer WaterWorks in Lake Rudolph’s own Santa’s SplashDown WaterPark. RainDeer WaterWorks opens Spring of 2020 and features water slides, water sprays, interactive water games, and a giant Rudolph-themed bucket that dumps thousands of gallons of water every few minutes. New rental cabanas are also being added next to RainDeer WaterWorks where parents can relax in the shade and watch their kids play. Cabanas include furniture and ceiling fans.
  • 24 new Vacation Rentals, including 23 Holiday Cottages, 7 wheelchair accessible cottages, and 1 wheelchair accessible Christmas Cabin.
  • A new pet policy in 2020. Dogs are now allowed in the majority of rental cabins, cottages and rental RVs. A $50 pet fee per reservation is required. Select rentals will remain pet free for guests with allergies.
  • A new Dog Park featuring a fenced-in area with play structures where guests may let their dogs run free and play.
  • A new and improved reservation system and brand new online reservation experience featuring interactive maps where Lake Rudolph guests may research and choose their site or rental.
  • A new and improved, mobile friendly website at LakeRudolph.com.
  • 20 new golf cars for the golf car rental fleet.

Sweeps: 100 Days Giveaway

Holiday World is only 100 days from opening! We are just 99 days to opening day! That calls for a celebration. Like a sweepstakes type of celebration!

The winner will receive four one-day tickets to Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari plus two overnights in a Holiday Cottage here at Lake Rudolph!

Before you enter, please read through these instructions and rules:

  • You must be at least 18 years old to enter. Also, you must not have won tickets from Holiday World in the past 12 months.
  • Employees of Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari, Koch Development Corporation, Lake Rudolph Campground & RV Resort, Sun Communities, and Sun RV Resort (and the immediate family members of employees) are not eligible to enter.
  • By entering, you agree to be added to our e-newsletter list (you may unsubscribe at any time by following the directions in your email).
  • Use the widget, over on the HoliBlog, to enter daily. There are lots of options, so you can earn extra entries by posting here on the HoliBlog and tweeting about this sweepstakes. Earn even more entries by following Holiday World on Pinterest, and visiting their Facebook pages.
  • If you win, please note you must be at least 21 to phone in your two-night Holiday Cottage reservation at Lake Rudolph. *Here are the dates the cabin will be available for reservation: May 1-June 11, 2020.
  • All prizes are non-transferable and not for re-sale. Each winner is solely responsible for reporting and paying any and all applicable taxes related to the prize(s). Each sponsor will distribute respective prizes.
  • For the “post a comment on the blog” entry option, simply tell what year you started visiting Holiday World. (Our comments are moderated, so as long as the content is HoliFriendly, it will appear soon.)

Are you ready to enter? Head on over to the HoliBlog and enter daily! You must use their blog post and widget to enter successfully. Please don’t post comments on this blog post, as you will not be entered to win the prize!

Good luck!

Nutrition Facts

It is a new year. Many new resolutions revolve around exercising, eating better, etc. We think if you follow these nutrition facts you’ll be just fine … 😂

Pet friendly in 2020!

Yes, you read that correctly! We know you all love your fur babies. You’ve been patiently asking and waiting … and we’re happy to announce that many of our Vacation Rentals will be pet friendly in 2020!

Just let us know when making your reservation if you’ll be bringing your pet. If you would like to bring your pet, a $50 fee will be added to your charge.

We’ve also added a pet parade to our Activity Schedule for 2020!

If you’ll be traveling with your pet, just a friendly reminder that Holiday World does offer a kennel if you’ll be visiting them during your stay. All the information you need for their kennels may be found at this link. Simply scroll down to the ‘Pets and Kennels’ section.

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