Things to Do with Kids in Jim Thorpe, PA

  • TripBuzz found 55 things to do with kids in or near Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, including 43 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Allentown, Hazleton, Lake Harmony and Tannersville.
  • From Skirmish to Memorial Hall Skating Rink, the Jim Thorpe area offers 71 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Rafting, Parks and Waterfalls.
  • Due to it's scenic mountainside and picturesque architecture, the borough of Jim Thorpe is often referred to as the 'Switzerland of America'. Aside from beautiful sightseeing, the area offers a wide array of interesting attractions. Visitors can enjoy river rafting, hiking, horseback riding and carriage rides, as well as antique shopping, historical tours and wine tastings.
  • TripBuzz found 55 things to do with kids in or near Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, including 43 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Allentown, Hazleton, Lake Harmony and Tannersville.
  • From Skirmish to Memorial Hall Skating Rink, the Jim Thorpe area offers 71 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Rafting, Parks and Waterfalls.
  • Due to it's scenic mountainside and picturesque architecture, the borough of Jim Thorpe is often referred to as the 'Switzerland of America'. Aside from beautiful sightseeing, the area offers a wide array of interesting attractions. Visitors can enjoy river rafting, hiking, horseback riding and carriage rides, as well as antique shopping, historical tours and wine tastings.
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0.9 Miles
96% 400 votes
Historic Homes Packer Hill Drive, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229 MoreLess Info
People can take a tour of the 1861 Samuel Sloan designed home of railroad magnate and Lehigh University founder Asa Packer. At the Asa Packer Mansion, people can see the only working model of an 1905 Model D Grand Welte Cottage Orchestration known to exist in the United States.
3.0 Miles
79% 162 votes
Monuments Route 903, Jim Thorpe, PA MoreLess Info
The Jim Thorpe Memorial is a red marble memorial to Jim Thorpe sitting on soil from Thorpe's home Indian reservation, New York's Polo Ground, and the Stockholm Olympic Stadium, and features a quote by Sweden's King Gustav V, and several images of Thorpe participating in various sports.
11.6 Miles
88% 65 votes
Waterfalls Hickory Run State Park, Lake Harmony, PA MoreLess Info
Located in Hickory Run State Park, Hawks Falls is a scenic waterfall and secluded natural area. Hiking trails lead to and around this spot, and allow for a variety of impressive vistas.
13.3 Miles
89% 28 votes
Paintball 211 North Meckesville Rd, Albrightsville, PA MoreLess Info
A facility made for paintballing, Skirmish USA offers days for discounts, combo adventures with different activities such as white water rafting, and night plays. Open year round with lodging available, making reservations is recommended.
13.6 Miles
- 1 votes
Sports Stadiums (Amateur) 175 N Wyoming Street, Hazleton, PA 18201 MoreLess Info
Located within the Hazleton Area School District, the Harman-Geist Memorial Field is a multi-sport venue for use of the local high schools. Football, field hockey, and soccer are among the sports played at the field.
13.7 Miles
- 1 votes
History Museums 55 N Wyoming Street, Hazleton, PA 18201 MoreLess Info
Located in downtown Hazleton, the Hazleton Historical Society Museum showcases anthracite mining exhibits, Pennsylvanian Indian artifacts, and local memorabilia. The museum also contains a research library with its own genealogy branch.
14.2 Miles
50% 2 votes
Movie Theaters 1050 S Church Street, Hazleton, PA 18201 MoreLess Info
Since opening in 1950, the family owned and operated Laurel Drive-In has been providing screenings of both modern and classic movies in a nostalgic drive-in setting. On-site concessions are offered as well as double features in the summertime.
14.4 Miles
71% 94 votes
Resorts Route 903, Lake Harmony, PA MoreLess Info
Big Boulder is a commercial ski resort with recreational activities for all ages and abilities, including lifts and trails for downhill skiers and snowboarders.
14.4 Miles
60% 382 votes
Water Parks 100 Moseywood Road, Lake Harmony, PA 18624 MoreLess Info
Treat your kids to the ultimate water-based adventure by visiting Split Rock Resort Indoor Waterpark today. Fun for all ages includes two tubing slides, a raft slide, lily pad crossing, hot tubs, a surfing machine, and attached hotel.
14.4 Miles
50% 2 votes
Segway Tours 100 Moseywood Road, Lake Harmony, PA 18624 MoreLess Info
Pocono Segway tours is a Segway tour company that offers a 10 minute trial experience before going on the 7 or 9 mile trek of the mountain resort. The company offers individual as well as group tours.
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