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Knoebel's Amusement Resort

Route 487, Elysburg, PA 17824
800-487-4386
Ranked #2 of 2 attractions in Elysburg
4.5 of 5 stars 234 Reviews
Type: Amusement/ Theme Parks
Activities: Dining, Swimming
Description: Reach for the brass ring as you ride the band organ carousel at this family-run amusement park.
Useful Information: Activities for young children, Activities for older children
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Lancaster, PA
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54 reviews 54 reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
114 helpful votes 114 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012
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We have been coming to Knoebels since we were kids and love the park. Its small but never over crowded and has a lot of things for everyone's taste. Personally, my wife and I are not big roller coaster or crazy fast rides fans so this park is great. The fact that you can park for free, get in for... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 via mobile
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Knoebels has the best of everything... From the food to the rides & entertainment. Free parking, admission and shows. The cost of rides is minimal compared to other amusement parks & the family owned nature of the park gives knoebels a more enjoyable stay. The staff is friendly and always looking to help you if you get "lost" in the... More

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Nanticoke, Pennsylvania
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012
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The great thing about this park is that it is for everyone from the very youngest to the very oldest. There are rides for all levels of excitement and if you are not inclined to go on any rides, this is just a great place to be (lots of trees, it's not a concrete jungle, free parking, pavilions available to... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012 via mobile
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The amusement park is great..kids (5/11) love it. Great Octoberfest. Prices for rides are cheaper than Hershey, Dorney by far and have pretty much the same rides but just call it something different. HOWEVER...the water park is unsafe. My son was literally drowning and as I screamed in panic for a lifeguard to help him, my husband had to jump... More

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Wapwallopen, Pennsylvania
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012
2
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Ride the great rides or since you don't pay to get in you can just eat and relax.

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Ramstein-Miesenbach, Germany
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012 via mobile
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We traveled to Knoebels with another family. They took their RV and Got a spot in the very large campground. The rate was $40 for the spot which included electric but not sewer/water. Bathrooms with showers were available throughout the grounds along with playgrounds, basketball etc. We have been to the park several times but this time we visited on... More

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Orangeville, Pennsylvania
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012
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This amusements park is filled with great food and great ride attractions. For just about $30, one can get a hand stamp which allows for all day amusement riding. Children under 4 ft can rife all day for around $20. Included are thrilling roller coasters, tilt-a-whirl, paratroopers and vintage carousel to name a few. There is also a huge pool... More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012 via mobile
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Very scenic location Good mix of rides Frozen yogurt excellent Not too expensive Friendly atmosphere Take the scenic ride Power surge and the roller coaster are great Full day pass is worth the money

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Mountain Top, PA
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012
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This amusement park has something for everyone. Old fashioned wooden roller coasters. A merry go round where you can grab the brass rings. A swimming pool with diving boards. All the old rides you remember riding as a kid. Plus teaberry ice cream. Good times.

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012
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a carousel where you can actually grab the brass ring, a wooden roller coaster, and a sense of family which endures to this day. I can't wait to go back with our daughter, whom we took as a young child, and her two young sons.

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