Welcome to Ephrata, Denver, and Beyond
Ephrata, PA is located in northern Lancaster County, PA. It’s easily accessible, as it’s close to the PA Turnpike (I-76) and next to Route 222 (4-lane highway).
The Ephrata Cloister was founded in 1732 by German settlers. Their religious community consisted of celibate Brothers and Sisters along with married families. Their settlement of unique European style buildings is now a National Historic Landmark and is open to the public for tours and special programs.
Today, Ephrata is a thriving small town that takes pride in its heritage and in its own unique character.
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Below, you’ll find a list of things to do in Ephrata, PA, as well as places to stay in Ephrata.
Many Old Order Mennonites reside in the rural communities surrounding Ephrata. (You can learn more about the Old Order Amish and Mennonites in our Amish pages.)
Ephrata is located along Route 322 between Routes 272 and 222 in Northeastern Lancaster County.
See also – Where to Stay in Ephrata.
For other attractions and nearby information, see also Adamstown, Lititz, and Eastern Lancaster County.
