Escape to the great outdoors during your trip to Lancaster County, which boasts a whole host of ways to enjoy our landscape and relish a breath of fresh air! Bike or hike one of our many trails, and explore our scenic back roads, which have been voted one of the best places to "get lost." Our seemingly endless miles of rolling Amish farmlands and 29 covered bridges will serve as your pathway to simpler times.
You're sure to enjoy opportunities for birding and admiring scenic beauty at one of our Lancaster County Pennsylvania parks and preserves. Waterfowl and wildlife sanctuaries abound, along with several thousand acres of thickly wooded Pennylvania state gameland. If your penchant is for waterways, you'll want to explore the mighty Susquehanna River and all the water activities we recommend to enjoy its beauty, from fishing to kayaking and boating.
For more recommendations on how to enjoy the outdoors in Pennsylvania Dutch Country, download Lancaster on the Move, a guide to more than 225 free or low-cost parks, nature preserves, state gamelands, walking and hiking trails, outdoors clubs and senior recreation opportunities for you to enjoy in Lancaster County!
For more information on hiking, biking and outdoor recreation in Lancaster County, watch our outdoors video, and click the links below.
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Take our famous 5-mile Covered Bridge Ride, a 4-mile country ride through the Amish farmland or our Original Ride Around Town!
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Three and a half mile tour. Private off-road drive through 3 non-commercial Amish farms with stop. Real Amish life.
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Why ride with strangers when you can have a private tour in your own authentic Amish buggy? We have many satisfied repeat customers.
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Family fun center with Adventure golf, go-karts, bumper boats, batting cages, driving range, video arcade and ice cream parlor.
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Why not make horses a part of your Lancaster County vacation! Ride our trails or take horseback riding lessons.
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Take a pleasant buggy ride through an all Amish area.
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See a charming, Pennsylvania Dutch farm in operation, complete with farm animals and fowl. Learn about the Old Order Amish.
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Hot air balloon rides are the best way to see Lancaster County. Create a memory. Give the "ultimate gift" for any occasion.
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Nineteen beautiful holes, foot bridges, pond and streams, old fashioned covered bridge, cascading waterfalls, tunnel and cave, and statues.
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It's the ultimate challenge - a 5-acre interactive corn maze with a different theme each year. It's fun to get lost at Cherry Crest Adventure Farm!
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Come visit us on the farm and enjoy our seasonal special farm events like our corn maze. Be sure to visit our Country Barn Farm Market while you are here.
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48 acres of family friendly rides, water-play, interactive shows and attractions. New in 2008 - "Thomas & Friends Live at Dutch Wonderland!"
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Three-mile tour through historic Amish farmlands, where you'll see the everyday routine of the Amish from an authentic Amish buggy.
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One of America's earliest communal societies, best known for its original art and music and distinctive medieval Germanic architecture.
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Real farm fun! Be sure to include this stop in your next Lancaster County visit!
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Horseback riding in Lancaster County that brings people and horses together - western style.
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Come join us on this fun and entertaining candlelight tour as we stroll the historic streets of Strasburg.
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It makes good "scents" to stop at Hayloft - quality candles and Petting Zoo.
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Miniature golf, batting cages, driving range, go-cart track and snackette - overlooking Lancaster County Amish farms.
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Village of 42 country shops and restaurants built around our nationally celebrated Jam & Relish Kitchen.
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Lancaster County Farm Tour! Did you know that cows love chocolate? Come and learn about this and more on our farm tour.
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Pennsylvania Dutch folklife and fun - a rare gathering of 200 of America's finest folk artists and traditional craftsmen.
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Cooler than ever before!
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Trace your family history or learn more about Lancaster County. Stop by the Lancaster County Historical Society.
Remember your first taste of cotton candy? The first time you screamed on a roller coaster - then laughed when it was over? These are Dutch Wonderland firsts! With 30+ rides and water-play, Dutch Wonderland provides many of the first moments of childhood. New in '08 - "Thomas & Friends Live at Dutch Wonderland!"
With an overnight stay of two or more consecutive nights at participating locations this summer, you'll receive a $25 gas card. Book today!
Mom & Dad, here's a chance to introduce your kids to some of our lovable, local celebrities. Learn where you can find them!
Our "Fall in Love with the City" package features 2 nights at a luxurious hotel, dining, theatre, museum passes, spending money and a gas card!
