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Property Reservations

Book day-use and overnight rentals for each of our Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania camps and properties using our online reservation system.

The online reservation system for Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania groups, troops, and service units. Out-of-council Girl Scout groups and non-Girl Scout groups, please contact customer care at 800-248-3355 to reserve a property. 

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Camp facilities are reserved separately (unless you are renting a full camp). Girl Scout groups and non-Girl Scout groups may reserve individual facilities at a camp property on the same date.

During the overnight camp season (June 1 through mid-August), camp rentals for troop/service unit use will be limited.

Training and/or certifications may be required for Girl Scout volunteers planning an overnight or other activities for their Girl Scouts. View our Volunteer Training page for more information. 

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Having trouble making your reservation or have additional questions? Email us at rental@gswpa.org or call 800-248-3355. We're happy to help!

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Check-in with Camp Ranger will be done via text or phone. Staff will be on call for emergency assistance only and are not available to help with campfires or other similar tasks. 

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  • Activity box and general equipment rentals are available.
  • Starting May 1, limited specialized activities such as archery and canoeing are available to troops who are able to provide their own instructor.
  • Specialized activities such as archery and canoeing will be available with a council-provided instructor starting June 1. 
  • Availability of all activities and equipment may vary by camp.
  • Troops/service units will have access to cooking and dining supplies that are associated with the unit and are asked to clean all items and replace them after use.

Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania Camps and Properties

Camp Conshatawba

288 Oaks Road, Summerhill, PA 15958

Directions | Camp Map | Welcome Brochure

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  • Day capacity: 413
  • Sleep capacity: 213
Activity Center (non-heated, day use) toggle arrow
  • Capacity: 100
  • Theater stage
  • Arts and crafts area
  • Day use only
  • Available: May 1-Sept. 30
Boeing Lodge (heated) toggle arrow
  • Sleep capacity: 28 (bunks)
  • Separate living and kitchen area with tables and chairs
  • Indoor restroom (2 showers and flush toilets)
  • Indoor fireplace
  • Large porch for gathering
  • Outdoor fire circle with benches nearby
Boeing Lodge
Boeing Pavilion (day use) toggle arrow
  • Open-air pavilion located near Boeing Lodge
  • Seating: 40 (picnic tables)
  • Fireplace/chimney/grill
  • Electric lighting and outlets
  • Available for day use only
Boeing Pavilion
Conestoga Cabins (4, non-heated) toggle arrow
  • 4 cabins
  • Sleep capacity: 8 per cabin, 32 total (bunks)
  • Fire circle with benches
  • Fireplace/chimney/grill
  • Nearby pavilion includes refrigerator, counter space, picnic tables and sink
  • Composting toilets located at back of pavilion
  • Showers at nearby pool house
  • Available May 1-September 30
Conestoga Cabins
Director's Lodge (heated) toggle arrow
  • Sleep capacity: 20 (bunks)
  • First floor: fully equipped kitchen, ADA accessible restroom with shower, leader bunk room with two bunk beds
  • Second floor: Five bunk beds, sink, shower, flushing toilet
  • Third floor: Additional beds
  • Large porch for gathering
  • Fire circle with benches nearby
Director's Lodge
Memory Lodge/Dining Hall (heated) toggle arrow
  • Sleep Capacity: 20 (mattresses)
  • Indoor Dining Capacity: 80 with tables and chairs
  • Covered Patio Dining Capacity: 40 on picnic tables (seasonal)
  • Women's restroom with flushing toilets and showers (ADA Compliant)
  • Gender Inclusive Restroom with shower (ADA Compliant)
  • Women's restroom with flushing toilets and showers
  • Indoor fireplace
  • Wraparound porch
  • Creekside covered patio
  • Outdoor fire circle with benches nearby
  • Kitchen: convection oven, stove (two ovens, four burners, large griddle), ice machine (seasonal), coffee percolators, mixer, dish sterilizer, double-door refrigerator and freezer, small microwave
  • Equipment: 10 tables, 100 chairs, dishes for 80, pots, pans, skillets, cookie sheets, mixing bowls, colander, measuring cups, can opener, pitchers, cooking utensils, buckets, brooms, dust pans, mop, toilet brushes, dish washing buckets
Memory Lodge Inside
Memory Lodge Outside
Merry Go Round Lodge (heated) toggle arrow
  • Unique, octagon-shaped lodge
  • Sleep capacity: 8 (mattresses)
  • Small kitchen with pots, pans, dishes, cooking utensils, tables, chairs
  • Indoor restroom
  • Showers at nearby pool house
Nature Center (non-heated, day use) toggle arrow
  • Capacity: 20
  • Educational opportunities
  • Taxidermy animals native to western PA displayed
  • Program kits can be reserved for additional fee
  • Available May 1-September 30
Overlook Lodge (heated) toggle arrow
  • Sleep capacity: 32 (bunks)
  • Indoor restrooms with flush toilets and showers
  • Full kitchen
  • Tables and chairs
  • Indoor fireplace
  • Back deck
  • Outdoor fire circle with benches nearby
Seneca Lodge and Tents (non-heated) toggle arrow
  • Lodge sleep capacity: 15 (mattresses)
  • Platform tent = 6 tents
  • Tent unit sleep capacity: 4 per tent, 24 total (cots)
  • Indoor restrooms
  • Nearby showers
  • Full kitchen
  • Indoor fireplace
  • Outdoor fire circle with platform tent unit
  • Available May 1-September 30
Shawnee Tent Unit (non-heated) toggle arrow
  • Platform tent unit = 8 tents
  • Sleep capacity: 4 per tent, 32 total
  • Pavilion with picnic tables, refrigerator, lighting, grill, barbecue pit, fire circle, and restrooms with composting toilets
  • Shower facilities at nearby pool house
  • Available May 1-September 30
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  • Climbing wall/Tower
  • Tree canopy tour/zipline
  • Low ropes course
  • Bouldering wall (inside Activity Center)
  • Outdoor shooting sports range for archery
  • Hatchet throwing range
  • Swimming pool
  • Mapped and blazed hiking trails
  • High-end mountain bikes (summer camp only)
  • GPS units for geocaching/orienteering 
  • Gaga ball pit 
  • Open fields
  • Theater stage (inside Activity Center)
  • Nature center
  • Cross-country skis
  • Sled riding
  • Backpacking backpacks
  • Program kits
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Flight 93 National Museum
6424 Lincoln Highway 30, Stoystown, PA 15563
814-893-6550
The Flight 93 National Memorial is located at the site of the crash of United Airlines Flight 93, which was hijacked in the September 11 attacks, in Stonycreek Township, Somerset County, Pennsylvania, about 2 miles north of Shanksville, and 60 miles southeast of Pittsburgh.

Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site
110 Federal Park Rd., Gallitzin, PA 16641
814-866-6150
The Allegheny Portage Railroad was the first railroad constructed through the Allegheny Mountains in central Pennsylvania, United States; it operated from 1834 to 1854 as the first transportation.

Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail
1117 Jim Mountain Road, Rockwood, PA 15557
724-455-3744
The Laurel Highlands Hiking trail is a 70-mile backpacking and hiking trail in Western PA. Part of the Potomac Heritage Trail, it is one of the most celebrated Pennsylvania hiking trails for its varied terrain and wondrous beauty.

Johnstown GeoTrail
Come to the Johnstown Convention and Visitors Bureau to pick up your Geo Trail passport.
111 Roosevelt Blvd., Johnstown PA 15906
814-536-7993
There are 40 caches that make up the trail and each location tells a story of the area's past. If you locate at least 30 of these caches and document each code in your passport, you will receive the Geocoin. The coin depicts the historic stone bridge and the Inclined Plance, both of which are located in downtown Johnstown. Happy caching!

Staple Bend Tunnel Park
1189 Beech Hill Rd., Johnstown, PA 15904
814-886-6121
The Staple Bend Tunnel, about 4 miles east of Johnstown, Pennsylvania, in a town called Mineral Point, was constructed between 1831 and 1834 for the Allegheny Portage Railroad. Construction began on April 12, 1831. This tunnel, at 901 feet in length, was the first railway tunnel constructed in the United States. Bring a flashlight.

Prince Gallitzin State Park
Pontoon boating, cool swimming & fabulous views
966 Marina Rd., Patton, PA 16668
814-674-1000
Several beaches with life guards in season. Picnic areas, level fields for games/frisbee, good parking a short walk to the lake, Headache Hill view of the lake with a built in breeze from atop the water tower, boat ramps, fishing, fresh air and some walking trails.

Coal Tubin
416 Main St., Johnstown, PA 15901
814-254-4393
Float down the river and enjoy the views. The trip takes about 2-3 hours depending on how fast the current is. There are even some areas where you can slip out of the tube and swim around a little bit. A great way to spend a summer day.

DelGrosso’s Park and Laguna Splash
4352 E Pleasant Valley Blvd., Tipton, PA 16684
SummerFun@DelGrossos.com
DelGrosso’s Amusement Park is the home of “Famous Fun and Family Food!” The Pennsylvania amusement park has more than 30 rides and attractions, including Kid’s Kingdom for the little ones. Both children and adults enjoy thrilling rides, fun midway games, entertainment, and great food.

Seven Springs Mountain Resort
777 Water Wheel Dr., Champion, PA 15622
1-800-452-2223
Offers snow tubing, skiing, and snowboarding

Camp Hawthorne Ridge

7755 Hawthorne Ridge Road, Girard, PA 16417

Directions | Camp Map | Welcome Brochure

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Full Camp toggle arrow
  • Day capacity: 336
  • Sleep capacity: 184
Athodanac Rustic Cabins Unit (6, non-heated) toggle arrow
  • Unit = 6 cabins
  • Sleep capacity: 8 per cabin (bunks), 48 total
  • Large pavilion with seating, tables, and covered grill
  • Electricity
  • No kitchen
  • Fire circle with benches nearby
  • Bathhouse with flush toilets and showers nearby
  • Additional shower facilities in nearby pool house
  • Available May 1-September 30
Beechwood Platform Tents (6, non-heated) toggle arrow
  • 6 tents
  • 3-person hammock stand
  • Sleep capacity: 23 (5 tents with 4 cots each, 1 tent with a hammock stand)
  • Fire circle with benches
  • Large pavilion with fireplace and electricity
  • No kitchen
  • Nearby bathhouse has flush toilets and showers
  • Additional shower facilities at nearby pool house
  • Available May 1-September 30
Curtze Cabin (heated) toggle arrow
  • Sleep capacity: 14 (bunks) and 6 (mattresses), 20 total
  • Tables and chairs for 20
  • Full Kitchen
  • Indoor fireplace
  • Restroom with shower and flush toilet
  • Outdoor fire circle with benches nearby
Daisy Cabin (heated) toggle arrow
  • Sleep capacity: 20 bunks and 8 mattresses, 28 total
  • Seating for 30 with tables and chairs
  • Full kitchen
  • Wood-burning stove
  • Outdoor pit latrine located nearby
  • Showers located in nearby pool house
  • Fire circle with benches nearby
Falls Run Cabin (heated) toggle arrow
  • Sleep capacity: 10 (bunks) and separate leader room with 2 cots, 12 total
  • Seating for 12 with tables and chairs
  • Full kitchen
  • Two restrooms with flush toilets, 1 shower
  • Spacious deck
  • Fire circle with benches nearby
Green Glen Amphitheater (day use) toggle arrow
  • Outdoor performance area with covered stage
  • Bench seating for about 50
  • Electricity
  • No audio/video equipment available
  • Great place for opening or closing ceremonies and theater/skit activities
  • Bathhouse with flush toilets and showers nearby
  • Available for day use only
McBrier Nature/Activity Center (heated, day use) toggle arrow
  • Educational opportunities for about 20
  • One room: nature center with taxidermy animals native to western PA on display
  • Second room: Space for arts and crafts with tables and benches
  • Program kits can be reserved for additional fee
  • Day use only
Perry Cabin (heated) toggle arrow
  • Sleep capacity: 24 (bunks) and 6 (mattresses), 30 total
  • Seating for 30 with tables and chairs
  • Full kitchen
  • Outdoor pit latrine nearby
  • Showers in nearby pool house
  • Fire circle with benches nearby
Tanglewood Platform Tents (6, non-heated) toggle arrow
  • 6 tents
  • 3-person hammock stand
  • Sleep capacity: 23 (5 tents with 4 cots each, 1 tent with a hammock stand)
  • Fire circle with benches
  • Large pavilion with fireplace and electricity
  • No kitchen
  • Nearby bathhouse has flush toilets and showers
  • Additional shower facilities at nearby pool house
  • Available May 1-September 30
Thompson Hall (heated, day use) toggle arrow
  • Seating for 80
  • Large indoor fireplace
  • Restrooms & showers in nearby pool house
  • Composting toilets behind building
  • Commercial kitchen: Stove (two ovens, four burners, large griddle), ice machine, coffee percolators, mixer, dish sterilizer, double-door refrigerator and freezer, small microwave
  • Equipment: 10 tables, 80 chairs, and sets of dishes, pots, pans, skillets, cookie sheets, mixing bowls, colander, measuring cups, can opener, pitchers, cooking utensils, buckets, brooms, dust pans, mop, toilet brushes, and dishwashing buckets
  • Available for day use only
Activities & Amenities toggle arrow
  • Swimming pool with water slide
  • Low ropes course
  • Archery range
  • Field archery course 
  • Slingshot range
  • Hatchet throwing range
  • Creek/gorge
  • Hiking trails
  • High-end mountain bikes (summer camp only)
  • Geocaching
  • Gaga ball pit
  • GPS units for geocaching/orienteering 
  • Playing field
  • Human board games
  • Nature Center
  • Cross-country skiing 
  • Snowshoeing
  • Sled riding
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Presque Isle State Park
301 Peninsula Drive, Erie, PA 16505
814-833-7424
Offers its visitors a beautiful coastline and many recreational activities, including swimming, boating, fishing, hiking, bicycling, and in-line skating.

Erie Art Museum
411 State Street, Erie, PA 16501-1106
814-459-5477
Features an ambitious schedule of 18-20 exhibitions annually, embracing a wide range of subjects.

Erie Maritime Museum & U.S. Brig Niagara
150 E. Front Street, Erie, PA 16507-1554
814-452-2744
The Erie Maritime Museum is the home port to the U.S. Brig Niagara, a Sailing School Vessel with an active sail training program during the summer months. When in port the ship is open for tours.

Erie Zoo & Botanical Gardens
423 W. 38th Street, Erie, PA 16508
814-864-4091
It's Wild! Get an up close and personal look at 400 animals from around the world. Visit the newKiboka Outpost with rhinos, cheetahs, and warthogs. See wildlife from the exotic areas of Africa, and don’t miss a ride on the train and carousel!

ExpERIEnce Children's Museum
420 French Street, Erie, PA 16507-1541
814-453-3743
Explore more than 55 hands-on exhibits in a "please touch" environment that teaches natural sciences, social studies, arts, and life experiences.

Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park Resort
8091 Peach Street, Erie, PA 16509-4732
814-217-1111
Splash Lagoon's 84-degree tropical Polynesian atmosphere is ranked one of the Top 10 Water Park Resorts in the country by numerous industry trade magazines.

Tom Ridge Environmental Center
301 Peninsula Drive, Ste. 1 Erie, PA 16505
814-833-7424
The gateway to Presque Isle and Lake Erie and home to one of the most stimulating and memorable experiences in Pennsylvania, Tom Ridge Environmental Center is an educational center at heart.

Waldameer Park & Water World
220 Peninsula Drive, Erie, PA 16505-2036
814-838-3591
Give your family all the fun and excitement of more than 100 great rides, slides, and attractions at Waldameer. You'll find thrilling rides, including the 5th Best Wooden Coaster in the World.

Asbury Woods Nature Center
4105 Asbury Road, Erie, PA 16506
Local: 814-835-5356
The Asbury Woods Nature Center proves to be a fantastic enrichment experience for all nature lovers.

Camp Skymeadow

164 Skymeadow Road, Avonmore, PA 15618

Directions | Camp Map | Welcome Brochure

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Full Camp toggle arrow
  • Day capacity: 240
  • Sleep capacity: 170
Alpine Lodge (heated) toggle arrow
  • Sleep capacity: 24 (bunks), 6 (mattresses), 30 total
  • Seating for 30 with tables and chairs
  • Full kitchen with stove, refrigerator, and microwave
  • Indoor restrooms with two showers and flush toilets
  • Outdoor fire circle with benches nearby
Alpine Primitive Tent Unit toggle arrow
  • Outdoor fire circle
  • Small pavilion with picnic tables
  • Latrine with four pit toilets and running water
  • Shower facilities at nearby pool house
  • No electricity
  • Availability: coming soon!
Evergreen Lodge/Dining Hall (heated) toggle arrow
  • Sleep capacity: 18 (mattresses)
  •  Indoor Dining Capacity: 80 indoors with tables and chairs
  •  Pavilion Dining Capacity (seasonal): 40 Outdoors with picnic tables
  • Women's restroom with flushing toilets and showers (ADA Compliant)
  • Gender Inclusive Restroom with shower (ADA Compliant)
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Commercial Kitchen:  bread warmer, large convection oven, high-power microwave, dish sanitizer, reach-in fridge/freezer, Ice machine (seasonal)
  • Indoor fireplace
  • Outdoor fire circle nearby
Forest Lodge (heated) toggle arrow
  • Sleep capacity: 24 (bunks), 6 (mattresses), 30 total
  • Seating for 30 with tables and chairs
  • Indoor restroom with two showers and flush toilets
  • Full kitchen: stove, refrigerator, and microwave
  • Indoor fireplace 
  • Outdoor fire circle with benches nearby
Forest Platform Tents (6, non-heated) toggle arrow
  • 6 platform tents
  • Sleep capacity: 4 per tent (cots), 24 total
  • Outside fire circle
  • Small pavilion with picnic tables
  • Latrine with four pit toilets and running water
  • Showers at nearby pool house
  • No electricity
  • Available May 1-Sept. 30
Orchard Lodge (heated) toggle arrow
  • Sleep capacity: 6 bunk beds (12), 6 single bed frames (6), 6 cots (6), 24 total
  • Seating for 24 with tables and chairs
  • Indoor restroom with two showers and flush toilets
  • Full kitchen: stove, refrigerator, and microwave
  • Indoor fireplace 
  • Outdoor fire circle with benches nearby
Pony Pavilion (day use) toggle arrow
  • Small pavilion with picnic tables
  • Electricity
  • Available for day use only
Sports Pavilion (day use) toggle arrow
  • Large pavilion with picnic tables
  • No electricity available
  • Available for day use only
Activities & Amenities toggle arrow
  • Archery range
  • Hatchet throwing range 
  • Canoeing
  • Disc golf course
  • Horseback riding (summer camp only)
  • Fishing area
  • Swimming pool with water slide
  • Stand-up paddleboards
  • Hiking and nature trails
  • Gaga ball pit 
  • Sports field with equipment
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Sky Zone Trampoline Park
160 Levin Way, Monroeville, PA 15146-1542
412-810-0200
This trampoline park has a free jump area including 'wall trampolines', a foam pit, which the kids love, and a basketball trampoline area, making it easy for most teens and adults to 'slam' a ball.

Carnegie Science Center
1 Allegheny Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15212-5895
412-237-3400
Visit Pittsburgh’s most-visited museum, with four floors of interactive exhibits. Marvel at astronomy in Buhl Planetarium, discover the science behind robotics in roboworld®, and learn about the human body in BodyWorks, and much more.

Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
1 Schenley Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3830
412-622-6914
Discover breathtaking seasonal flower shows and special exhibits, a nationally recognized orchid collection, butterflies, botanical gardens, fun family activities, and much more. 

Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium
7370 Baker St., Pittsburgh PA 15206-1075
412-665-3640
Enjoy a family experience that fosters understanding, respect, and appreciation of wildlife with a visit to the Pittsburgh Zoo. Take a trip to the Islands and get an eye-to-eye view of warty pigs, Philippine crocodiles, and clouded leopards. There is so much to explore at the Zoo, we provide 77 acres of fun!

Kennywood Park
4800 Kennywood Blvd., West Mifflin, PA 15122-2399
412-461-0500
Kennywood is America's Finest Traditional Amusement Park! Located just outside Pittsburgh, PA, Kennywood offers a unique mix of classic rides and modern thrills, including six roller coasters, a 14-ride Kiddieland, and several attractions that cannot be found anywhere else. Kennywood's three wooden coasters have all been designated Landmark rides by the American Coaster Enthusiasts (ACE).

Idlewild & Soak Zone
Rt. 30 East, Ligonier., PA 15658
724-238-3666
Attractions that include the Rollo Coaster, Soak Zone, Storybook Forest, and so much more make Idlewild & Soak Zone the place to be for everyone young and old!

Bushy Run Battlefield
1253 Bushy Run Rd., Jeannette, PA 15644-3808
724-527-5584
Bushy Run Battlefield preserves and interprets for citizens and visitors the site of this pivotal battle fought between British and Native Americans during the conflict known as Pontiac's War (1763-64). Highlights of the site include the interpretive exhibit, "The March to Bushy Run" at the site's visitor center, as well as guided and self-guided tours, special events, and educational programs.

Senator John Heinz History Center
1212 Smallman St., Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4208
412-454-6000
There is so much to see from sports to American history and—of course—the history of ketchup, and there is a complete section of Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood. It is children-friendly with a focus on innovation and creativity.

Edinboro Activity Center

5681 Route 6N, Edinboro, PA 16412

Directions | Welcome Brochure | STEM Lab

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The Edinboro Activity Center is located at the Edinboro council office about 25 miles south of Erie and less than a two-hour drive from Pittsburgh.

The Edinboro Activity Center is a great location for a first-time camp experience, especially for Daisies or Brownies. With great local attractions like the beautiful Presque Isle State Park, Waldameer Amusement Park, and Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park, this location is also a great lodging option for groups traveling to the Erie area.

  • STEM Lab add-on available
  • Large, winterized building
  • Day or overnight use
  • Sleeps 24
    • 20 mattresses for the floor
    • Two separate leader bunk rooms (sleeps two in each room)
  • Complete kitchen with stove, refrigerator, and microwave 
  • Tables and chairs to sit 70
  • Handicap-accessible bathroom (four toilets, one shower)
Activities & Amenities toggle arrow
  • STEM Lab add-on
  • Outdoor fire circle with bench seating
  • Gaga pit
  • Life-size boards games, such as Jenga, Connect Four, and Kerplunk just to name a few
Local Attractions toggle arrow

Presque Isle State Park
301 Peninsula Drive, Erie, PA 16505
814-833-7424
Offers its visitors a beautiful coastline and many recreational activities, including swimming, boating, fishing, hiking, bicycling, and in-line skating.

Erie Art Museum
411 State Street, Erie, PA 16501-1106
814-459-5477
Features an ambitious schedule of 18-20 exhibitions annually, embracing a wide range of subjects.

Erie Maritime Museum & U.S. Brig Niagara
150 E. Front Street, Erie, PA 16507-1554
814-452-2744
The Erie Maritime Museum is the home port to the U.S. Brig Niagara, a Sailing School Vessel with an active sail training program during the summer months. When in port the ship is open for tours.

Erie Zoo & Botanical Gardens
423 W. 38th Street, Erie, PA 16508
814-864-4091
It's Wild! Get an up close and personal look at 400 animals from around the world. Visit the newKiboka Outpost with rhinos, cheetahs, and warthogs. See wildlife from the exotic areas of Africa, and don’t miss a ride on the train and carousel!

ExpERIEnce Children's Museum
420 French Street, Erie, PA 16507-1541
814-453-3743
Explore more than 55 hands-on exhibits in a "please touch" environment that teaches natural sciences, social studies, arts, and life experiences.

Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park Resort
8091 Peach Street, Erie, PA 16509-4732
814-217-1111
Splash Lagoon's 84-degree tropical Polynesian atmosphere is ranked one of the Top 10 Water Park Resorts in the country by numerous industry trade magazines.

Tom Ridge Environmental Center
301 Peninsula Drive, Ste. 1 Erie, PA 16505
814-833-7424
The gateway to Presque Isle and Lake Erie and home to one of the most stimulating and memorable experiences in Pennsylvania, Tom Ridge Environmental Center is an educational center at heart.

Waldameer Park & Water World
220 Peninsula Drive, Erie, PA 16505-2036
814-838-3591
Give your family all the fun and excitement of more than 100 great rides, slides, and attractions at Waldameer. You'll find thrilling rides, including the 5th Best Wooden Coaster in the World.

Asbury Woods Nature Center
4105 Asbury Road, Erie, PA 16506
Local: 814-835-5356
The Asbury Woods Nature Center proves to be a fantastic enrichment experience for all nature lovers.

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