Please note that this is not an itinerary submitted by an actual family. This day was planned by one of our travel experts as a recommendation for a family of children with ages 4 through late teens, based on knowledge of the city. Factors such as time, cost and distance have been considered to make this a great day to get a sense of the city and keep the children and teens interested and engaged.
Address: 309 Resort Drive Tannersville, PA 18372
Phone: (570) 629-1662
Hours: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm
Website:http://www.camelbeach.com
Admission: Adults – $40, Children – $30 (save $2 on each ticket when purchasing online)
Camelbeach Waterpark contains over 37 waterslides, the most in Pennsylvania, and the most family raft rides in the Northeast. Whether you like adrenaline-filled water rides or just relaxing down the lazy river, Camelbeach offers water-filled fun for the whole family.
The thrill rides include tube slides, body slides, mat slides, river adventures and Flowrider, a pool for surfing and boogie boarding. The family rides allow the whole family to enjoy together. Kids will love splashing around at the Camel Kid Theme Park, which has interactive structures, exciting rides, and water attractions to keep youngsters entertained all day. The Adventure Zone features a rock wall, bungee harness, and an adrenaline-filled free fall tower. Camelbeach Waterpark is a Pocono must.
Address: 424 Seven Bridge Rd East Stroudsburg, PA 18302
Phone: (570) 223-8653
Hours: Monday – Saturday 11:00 am – 6:00 pm, Sunday 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm (NOTE: Hours change after Columbus Day)
Website:http://poconoanimals.com
Admission: Adults – $8.50, Children – $6.50
Little ones will love hand feeding the animals at the Poconos Snake & Animal Farm. Visitors will enjoy bottle-feeding the deer, goats, and pot bellied pigs. Other animals at the farm include the very personable black bear, the playful monkeys, a family of sloths, ringtailed lemurs, bobcats, a black leopard, petting animals, and many more. The amazing reptile collection contains a 23-foot python,100 year old snapping turtles, 150 pound alligators and several other exquisite animals. This animal farm is a perfect starter zoo for children. Food is available on-site for monkeys, bear, and petting animals!