Finding fun places to take your kids in Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey, and Virginia
Blandair Regional Park is located in Columbia, Maryland not far from the Mall in Columbia. The park runs along Oakland Mills Road, and in its final phase it will be 300 acres. The park’s main attraction is its sports fields, but we visited primarily to check out the challenge course. The challenge course is easily […]
Disclaimer: Caution must be used at all times as hazards exist in the wilderness of Governor Dick Tower Trail and in the tower. Please hike wisely and follow the applicable state guidance for travel and safety considerations. Governor Dick Park is located in Mount Gretna, Pennsylvania, and the park is home to the Governor Dick […]
Do you have a train-lover in your family? If so, Bluemont Junction Park is a great place to see a train car, and play on one! Bluemont Junction Park is located in Arlington, VA. It can be a bit tricky to get to the playground, so be sure to follow the parking directions. Bluemont Junction […]
Codorus Township park is a 60 acre park located along Rockville Road in Glen Rock, PA. Glen Rock is a small community near Interstate 83 in southern York County. From the main road, there’s a large, gravel parking lot available. The park features a large pavilion and two playgrounds. One of the playgrounds is for […]
Important Note: ChesLen Preserve, where Ollie Owl’s Nature Playground is located, is closed on Thursdays. There is a gate at the entrance to the parking lot that closes the Preserve. Other days, it is open from sunrise to sunset. You can check for updates on the status of the preserve and playground on their Facebook […]
Chambersburg is a small town nestled in the Cumberland Valley of south central Pennsylvania. There are many awesome things to do near Chambersburg, PA. From an amazing new aquatics center to a beautiful park that offers free train rides, it is a very family-friendly town. Here are 7 fun things to do near Chambersburg, PA: […]
Pole Steeple is a rocky overlook that’s accessed via an approximately 1.2 mile trail which starts in Pine Grove Furnace State Park. If you’re familiar with swimming at Pine Grove Furnace during the summer months, the trail begins across the street from a parking lot near Laurel Lake. Pole Steeple Trail Parking The parking lot […]
Been There Done That with Kids was chosen as a Sweetest Family for Hersheypark 2021. Our trips to Hersheypark are sponsored by Hershey Entertainment and Resorts, but all opinions are our own. The Hersheypark 2021 season is filled with exciting additions to an already sweet amusement park. Last year, Chocolatetown debuted with a new and […]
Farms to Visit with Kids Once the weather starts to get nice, it’s time to check out kid-friendly farms near Pennsylvania. Be sure to wait until it’s not quite so muddy, as farms are known for large amounts of mud! There are many amazing farms near Pennsylvania. Kids love to interact with the animals. At […]
There are tons of amazing playgrounds near the DMV metropolitan area. This list contains some of the best playgrounds near DC, and this area has a lot to offer. Some of these parks are within close proximity of each other, making playground hopping a possibility. Fairlington Park Farlington Park is located beside Farlington Community Center, […]