Outside Things To Do in Lancaster County, PA
There are a whole bunch of things you can do in Lancaster, PA. And a whole bunch of outdoors activities, too. In Lancaster County, we offer more than just mile after mile of farmlands. We offer mile after mile of fun! Skip to the list of outdoor attractions that await you. Or scroll down to learn more about the variety of options available here.
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Many Outdoor Activities Await You Here
Whether you’re adventurous or just want to be outside, you’ll find a variety of outdoor things to do in Lancaster. Take your pick from the list below and dive in!
There are Many Fun Things To Do Outdoors in Lancaster
- Biking – Scenic rail trails and bike paths await you, along with mile after mile of quiet country roads through beautiful, peaceful farmlands.
- Corn Mazes – Some of our beautiful farms are converted to challenging mazes as you seek your way through the cornfields.
- Covered Bridges – Drive or ride or walk through some of the 28 intact covered bridges throughout Lancaster County.
- Fun on the Farm – Agritourism is alive and well in Lancaster, and numerous farm adventures await both children and adults.
- Golf Courses – Choose from a variety of golf courses to challenge every player.
- Hiking Trails – You can take a peaceful hike on one of our many paved hiking paths and rail trails, or cut through the woods on many rustic hiking paths.
- Horseback Riding – Always fun for young and old, enjoy a peaceful ride through open fields or wooded terrain. Kids would enjoy a miniature horse ride!
- Hot Air Balloon Rides – Float through the air in a peaceful hot air balloon. What a wonderful way to view the beautiful farmlands of Lancaster County as you float overhead.
- Miniature Golf – Challenging mini golf courses await you here. We offer a variety of miniature golf courses to tackle.
- Petting Zoos – Get out and the backroads of Lancaster County and you’ll see a variety of farm animals. But petting zoos allow you and the kids to get up close and personal!
- Sports and Recreation – There is a variety of sports and recreation options here: archery, bowling, laser tag, polo, roller skating, water activities, and more.
- Tours – Take a tour through the back country farmlands and learn about Lancaster and our Amish neighbors.
- Ziplines and Ropes Courses – Soar through the trees on a thrilling zipline, or challenge your fear of heights on a ropes course. There are ropes courses for children, too.
See our list of 101 Things To Do in Lancaster.
Get Out and Explore Lancaster’s Outdoor Adventures
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