Finding fun places to take your kids in Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey, and Virginia
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 […]
Adventure Park is a 53-acre park located close to I-81 in Mechanicsburg, PA. Mechanicsburg is a town located on the outskirts of Harrisburg, the capital city. The park is associated with a neighboring church, who partnered with businesses over the years to expand the park. Playground Areas The playground at the park is quite large. […]
There are tons of amazing parks near Pennsylvania that are fun to visit as the weather becomes warmer. This post covers some real gems of parks in Pennsylvania, some have playgrounds and some do not. Check out this list of some parks to visit near Pennsylvania to get outdoors and enjoy the weather. Parks with […]
Disclaimer: Caution must be used at all times as natural hazards exist in the wilderness of Chickies Rock. Please hike wisely and follow the applicable state guidance for travel and safety considerations. Chickies Rock overlook trail is located in Chickies Rock County Park in Columbia, Pennsylvania. Columbia is located between York and Lancaster. The Route […]
There are many fun, top things to do near York, PA. Here’s a list of just a few of these popular places. Please enjoy all of the great places that York, PA has to offer. Also, consider visiting nearby Lancaster or Hershey. There’s a ton of great places to visit in south central Pennsylvania! Tube […]
Warminster Community Park is made up of 240 acres of land, and it includes more than 5 miles of trails. The park is located along Veterans Way in Warminster, Pennsylvania. There’s a ton of blacktop in this park, which was confusing at first. Then, it made sense after learning that the park was previously a […]
Outdoor activities near Pennsylvania can be so much fun for kids. Plus, a lot of outside activities can also be low cost and very affordable. Check out these amazing places, but be sure to follow all safety guidelines. Here’s a list of 27 amazingly fun outdoor activities for kids in or near Pennsylvania: Limerick Community […]
Lions Pride Park in Chalfont, Pennsylvania is located on the former site of a day camp. The land is now a park, making it a place for the community to play and exercise. The focal points of the new park are The Grove and Kids’ Mountain. The Grove includes a plaza, picnic tables, hammocks, and […]