Great Wolf Lodge South Florida has hosted more than 200,000 guests since opening in September in the Naples area, General Manager Jason Bays said during an April 8 Board of County Commissioners meeting. In March, Bays said occupancy was more than 90% and is expected to surpass 85% in summer. The 500-room resort includes its expansive water park and adventure park with many dining and entertainment options. Great Wolf’s 22nd location in the nation and the first in Florida broke ground in July 2022 on 20 acres in the City Gate commerce park, sandwiched between two other impressive local economic drivers — Paradise Coast Sports Complex and Uline distribution center. The resort has created 726 jobs, with 350 being year-round, Bays said.