Knoebels Amusement Resort is the only resort in Elysburg, Pennsylvania, which offers a variety of activities for any family. Knoebels has over 50 rides, including some for younger children and others for an older audience. The Phoenix Roller Coaster, for example, was purchased from San Antonio, Texas, in 1985 and is listed as one of the top 10 rollercoasters in the country. Fandango is another ride that is meant to exhilarate by starting out spinning slowly and getting faster and faster. Knoebels also features a water park that includes a variety of different sized pools, waterslides and diving boards. At the end of the fun filled day, many park goers choose to camp on one of their two campgrounds or their single or double cabins. As of 2010, rates for camping started at $38 and a single cabin at $112 per night.
Knoebels Amusement Resort
Pennsylvania 487
Elysburg, PA 17824
570-672-9555
knoebels.com
The next closest resort to Elysburg, Pennsylvania is the Eagle Rock Resort. It is located about 20 miles southeast, in the neighboring town of Blue Mountain and offers a wide variety of accommodation options. The inn option is convenient for skiing guests because it is located on the top of Eagle Rock Mountain. The lodge option is tucked away in the trees and is a romantic getaway with its fireplace and private balcony. The condos offer the most modern amenities including a washer, dryer and access to a fitness center, which is convenient for a large family or group. Aside from skiing, the Eagle Rock Resort includes an award-winning golf course that was co-designed by Arnold Palmer and a number of spa and fitness packages.
Eagle Rock Resort
1031 Valley of Lakes
Hazleton, PA 18202
570-384-3223
eaglerockresort.com
Mill Race Golf and Camping Resort is approximately 20 miles straight south of Elysburg, in the town of Benton, Pennsylvania. Mill Race offers guests a variety of outdoor activities including camping, golfing, hiking and fishing. The Mill Race Golf Course is open three seasons and is just the right amount of difficulty. The campgrounds provide such modern amenities as running water and electricity, plus have tents available to rent. Camping rates started at $12 per person, per night, as of 2010.
Mill Race Golf and Camping Resort
4584 Red Rock Road
Benton, PA 17814
570-925-2040
millracegolf.com
