With more than 50 farm fun activities for the whole family included in your admission, and lunch and dinner options on site, Cherry Crest is the perfect destination for a day out with the family. From the famous Amazing Maize Maze and wagon rides to pedal karts and baby chicks, there is something for every age in your family.
Enjoy over 35 rides, attractions, and shows at Dutch Wonderland! Cool off in Duke’s Lagoon water play area and make discoveries at Exploration Island, where dinosaurs come to life! Join us for an adventure on Merlin’s Mayhem, the park’s first suspended coaster. Dutch Wonderland is designed for families with young children in mind and offers a host of fun things to see and do.
Experience America’s oldest short-line railroad and the golden age of steam railroading as you travel the tracks through Pennsylvania’s Amish Country. Strasburg Rail Road boasts one of the best views Lancaster County has to offer, and is home to museum-quality, working, turn-of-the-century steam locomotives, freight cars, and one of the largest fleets of historic wooden passenger cars in the world.
Take some time to tour the 30 acre farm at Eastland Alpacas, and enjoy petting and feeding these gentle, adorable alpacas. The farm is typically open from 10 AM to 4 PM, but feel free to call ahead to ensure that you will get the full experience. In addition to visiting with the alpacas, check out the on-site store stocked with various items that are all made from alpaca fiber.
No matter the season, did you know that caves stay an average temperature year-round? Indian Echo Cavern is 52 degrees inside, rain or shine. Year-round, 7 days a week, you can explore the cavern and enjoy a petting zoo and playground. Plan about 45 minutes for the full tour, and pack your lunch as not to interrupt the little explorers!
In a natural woodland in northern Lancaster County, you will find the home of the Speedwell Wolves. Your kids will love the guided tour where they’ll get to view wolves in their natural habitat and learn about their behavior.
Experience Lancaster’s heritage at one of our three indoor/outdoor Amish attractions! From exploring the farm and interacting with the animals at the Amish Farm & House, to having the unique experience of “learning a lesson” in an Amish one-room schoolhouse at the Amish Experience, or climbing aboard a buggy and running through a covered bridge at the Amish Village, you’re sure to enjoy learning and fun at one of these great attractions. We also have horse & buggy tour operators that can take you around Lancaster County roads the same way the Amish travel - in a horse and buggy!
Looking to spend the whole day outdoors while vacationing in Lancaster? Look no further than Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach, where you’ll find eight acres including a beach, recreation lawn, and picnic grove, in addition to the Jigger Shop, serving delicious ice cream and treats, and an open-air theatre.
If you’re brave and would rather try a scooter ride, or scoot coupe, head over to Strasburg Scooters Tours, where you’ll enjoy a guided scooter tour on the back roads of Amish Country. You’ll pass exceptional views of the countryside, including Amish farms and schoolhouses, in addition to covered bridges and incredible backroads. You’ll truly enjoy the fresh air with either of these options! NOTE: Please see websites for age guidelines.
If you’re looking to just take a hike or kayak along the river, you’ll want to check out this list of Lancaster County Parks & Preserves. Didn’t pack your kayak? That’s okay, we’ve got you covered. KayakLanCo offers guided trips down calmer waters that are safe and fun for the whole family!
You won’t want to miss the chance to zip line through the canopy at Refreshing Mountain Retreat & Adventure Center – you’ll have your options from the Flying V Ziplines (2 ziplines, great test run for those who aren’t sure they want to do the whole course), the Challenge Adventure Tour (5 zip lines, 9 challenge elements) or the Aerial Excursion Tour (7 zip lines, 3 sky bridges, 40’ rappel ending). You’ll also find horse rides, farm animal experience, and a Challenge of 22 obstacles, suspended 6-25 feet in the air.
Traveling in the winter? You won’t want to miss a trip to AvalancheXpress at Heritage Hills Resort. There’s plenty to do, including 10 lanes of snow tubing, fire pits that are perfect for warming up and roasting marshmallows, an ice skating rink that’s open through the evening, and great food to warm your belly after a day of outdoor adventuring! Find more outdoor adventure in Lancaster this winter.
Spend the night at our family-friendly ball park and watch the Lancaster Stormers play! The season is filled with themed nights that keep the games interactive and fun all season long. From firework shows and giveaways, day-time or night-time games, check out their schedule to plan an entertaining and exciting time for all!
Open Labor Day weekend through the end of October, Corn Cob Acres is a fun way for kids of all ages can have fun down on the farm. With 52 activities to choose from, your kids, and even you will have a fun-filled day learning about the farm and playing farm activity games.
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150 Cherry Hill Rd Ronks, Pennsylvania 17572 (717) 687-6843
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