Why Families Visit Jellystone Park at Mexico NY: Camping Traditions & Together Time
February is the month of love, and while we’re still counting down to Opening Day on May 3, 2025, we can’t help but think about all the reasons families fall in love with camping at Jellystone Park™ in Mexico.
At Jellystone Park in Mexico, NY, we believe family camping is about more than just a vacation—it’s about building traditions, creating memories, and sharing laughter together. And in a world that moves fast, what better gift can you give your family than time outside… together?
Real Bonding Happens Around the Campfire
When the tablets are packed away and the stars come out, something special happens:
• You share silly stories and ghost tales
• You toast the perfect marshmallow (or try to!)
• You snuggle up in sleeping bags or around the fire with hot cocoa
Whether you’re singing camp songs or just enjoying the quiet crackle of the fire, this kind of unplugged time is pure gold.
Make Camping Part of Your Family Tradition
So many of our guests return year after year—not just for the cabins or the crafts (though those are pretty great), but because Jellystone Park™ has become part of their family tradition.
Start your own this year:
- Always visit on your child’s birthday weekend
- Book a certain cabin every summer
- Take a matching family photo in front of the Yogi Bear™ statue each trip
- Cook the same “first night” camp dinner as a tradition
Little things turn into big memories.
Why Kids Love Jellystone Park at Mexico NY
Spoiler alert: It’s not just because of the pool or playground (though those are awesome, too). It’s the Yogi Bear™ sightings, the crafts they made themselves, and the freedom to run, explore, and just be kids.
When your child’s favorite summer memory is “catching a fish with Daddy” or “doing tie-dye with Boo Boo™,” you know you’ve done something right.
February Family Idea: Plan a “Camping Night” at Home
Bring a little Jellystone Park vibe to your living room this month:
• Make indoor s’mores (yes, you can do them in the oven!)
• Lay out sleeping bags or build a blanket fort
• Watch a camping movie or share your favorite photos from last season
• Let the kids make a “Yogi Bear™ wish list” of what they want to do this summer
Bonding doesn’t need Wi-Fi—just a little imagination and heart.
Have You Booked Yet?
Our most popular weekends (like Memorial Day, 4th of July, and Fall-O-Ween) fill up fast. Booking early gives you the best cabin and site choices—and something exciting to look forward to as a family!
Reserve your 2025 trip at JellystoneCNY.com
From wagon rides to water slides, and Yogi Bear hugs to late-night s’mores, Jellystone Park at Mexico NY is where family love grows. We can’t wait to help you build your next best memory.
