Spending time outdoors is oh-so-easy in Pennsylvania. With 124 state parks and countless county and neighborhood parks, we could explore a different one every day. Next time you're up for a day at the park, make it this family-friendly park in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, that's brimming with activities for the whole family. Come along as we show you why we think it is among the best family-friendly places in Pennsylvania!
Pack a picnic and your swimming gear, in the summer, before heading over to the sprawling 544-acre Lancaster County Central Park, a playground for all ages.
Central Park is widely known as the most popular park in Lancaster, predominately because of its many activities.
If you're visiting during the summer, glide into the crystal-clear pool that draws nearly 40,000 guests each year.
For fast-paced excitement, zip down the slide or get soaked under one of the fountains. You'll find plenty of space to sunbathe on the lawn, too, or watch the kiddos at the nearby playground.
Whether you've got inline skates or a skateboard...
... you'll love the one-of-a-kind skate park that offers something for skaters of all skill levels. The skate park is open all year.
Slow things down a bit with a stroll through the Garden of the Five Senses.
Its a breathtaking natural space with flowers, a fountain, and a gazebo.
Take a few minutes to stop to smell the flowers, and...
...admire the natural scenery surrounding you.
Or explore one of the trails that winds through the park.
The trails are popular with hikers, bikers, and horseback riders. Keep an eye out, too, for the marker and artifacts from the Susquehannock Tribe, who once called the Pennsylvania park home.
Carve out some time to stop by Kurtz's Mill Covered Bridge.
It offers an idyllic backdrop for scenic photos.
Take a breather with a picnic at one of the tables in the park.
Bringing a picnic along? You might need a picnic basket.
Just look at the beautiful light bouncing off of the landscape.
It is one of the most beautiful places in Pennsylvania.
We hope you see why we love Lancaster County Central Park in PA! Learn more about it on the official Lancaster County website as well as on the Lancaster County, PA Government Facebook page.
Have you ever been to this fun spot? If so, what were your favorite parts? Would you agree that it is among the best parks in PA? Or how about one of the best family-friendly places in Pennsylvania?
What are some of your favorite kid-friendly day trips in PA? We'd love to read about your experience in the comments section below!
Be sure to also check out this unique central market that dates back to 1730:
https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/pennsylvania/central-market-lancaster-pa/
Thinking about taking a vacation soon? Then consider booking your flight via the Dollar Flight Club.
If you’re still in the mood for more Pennsylvania adventures, take a look at this video about the Philadelphia Magic Garden:
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