Caddie Shak
132 Caddie Shak Rd, Donegal, PA 15628
(724) 593-7400
www.caddieshak.com
A family oriented recreation facility with state-of-the-art excitement and outdoor fun. Available are go-karts, bumper boats, miniature golf, driving range, and batting cage.
Open: Summer 10am-10pm, Spring & Fall 12pm-Dusk
Admission: Pay as you go
Directions from Laurelville: (Approx. 12 minutes) Left at entrance, left onto Rt. 982, left onto Rt. 31 (go 8 miles), Caddie Shak is on the right.
Donegal Highlands Golf Course
141 Clay Pike Rd, Donegal, PA 15628
(724) 423-7889
www.donegalhighlandsgolf.com
Open: weather permitting and light permitting
Cost: $25-$45
Directions from Laurelville: (Approx. 10 minutes) Left at entrance, left onto Rt. 982, left onto Rt. 31 (go 5 miles), golf course is on left.
The Great Allegheny Passage
Cumberland, Md. to Pittsburgh, Pa.
(888) 282-BIKE
www.gaptrail.org
The Great Allegheny Passage is a 150-mile rail trail that welcomes cyclists and hikers from all over the world. This crushed limestone path never climbs or descends at greater than a 2% grade, making it a pleasurable ride marked by beautiful vistas, quaint towns and what avid cyclists describe as "the ride of your life". Most thru-riders plan for a three- or four-day trek on the trail, but you can also access the trail at various points for a fun day ride.
Hidden Valley Ski Resort
One Craighead Dr, Hidden Valley, PA 15502
(800) 848-3849
www.hiddenvalleyresort.com
Hidden Valley Ski Resort offers great skiing and snowboarding as well as other winter activities. You can also find an 18-hole golf course, mountain biking and horseback riding in the warmer months, and the resort hosts a variety of fun festivals throughout the year.
Admission: Call for pricing
Directions from Laurelville: (Approx. 20 minutes) Left at entrance, left onto Rt. 982, left onto Rt. 31 (go 14 miles), ski resort is on right.
Idlewild Park & SoakZone
2582 Rt. 30, Ligonier, PA 15658
(724) 238-3666
www.idlewild.com
Celebrated as the best family amusement park in the world, Idlewild Park & SoakZone features a variety of rides and entertainment for kids and grownups alike. Admission applies to both parks; a spacious picnic area with easy re-entry allows you to keep costs low while enjoying more of the park.
Open: Summer Daily 10:30am-8pm, weather permitting
Admission: $23.99-$31.99, 2 & Under—Free
Directions from Laurelville: (Approx. 35 minutes) Left at entrance, left onto Rt. 982, left onto Rt. 31 (go 6 miles), left onto 711 N (14 miles), left onto Rt. 30, go 2.5 miles and the park is on the left.
Laurel Caverns
200 Caverns Park Rd, Farmington, PA 15437
(724) 438-3003
www.laurelcaverns.com
Pennsylvania's largest caverns with unusual limestone formations. Outstanding & elaborate color lighting. Additional facilities include: picnic tables, large shelter, souvenir shop, and panoramic view of seven counties. Exploratory trips into the unit portions of the cave.
Open: May-October Daily 9am-5pm
Admission: $8-$11
Directions from Laurelville: (Approx. 45 minutes) Left at entrance, left onto Rt. 982 (continue for 8 miles) to 119 S (traffic light), turn left, continue onto Rt. 40 E (go 9 miles), make a right after Mt. Summit Inn and follow signs to the caverns
Living Treasures Animal Park
288 Route 711, Jones Mills, PA 15646
(724) 593-8300
www.ltanimalpark.com
Come see, pet, and feed over 500 friendly animals. Living Treasures is a wonderful setting for a great family experience. The petting zoo is the thrill of the day for young visitors, while the exotic animals fascinate young and old alike. Bring your camera for those once in a lifetime photo opportunities.
Open: April-November 10am-6pm, June-August 10am-8pm Daily
Admission: $7-$8.50
Directions from Laurelville: (Approx. 20 minutes) Left at entrance, left onto Rt. 982, left onto Rt. 31 (go 10 miles), right onto Rt. 381 & 711. On left side of 711 (less than ½ mile)
Ohiopyle State Park
Ohiopyle, PA 15470
(724) 329-8591
www.cometoohiopyle.com
Famous scenic tourist attraction area, with a waterfall, whitewater rafting, mountain biking rental and hiking trails, campgrounds, shopping, and other recreational activities.
Directions from Laurelville: (Approx. 45 minutes) Left at entrance, left onto Rt. 982, left onto Rt. 31 (go 10 miles), right onto Rt. 381 & 711 (go 10 miles), continue on Rt. 381 S (go 7 miles) and enter Ohiopyle
Seven Springs Mountain Resort
777 Waterwheel Dr, Seven Springs, PA 15622
(800) 452-2223
www.7springs.com
Seven Springs Mountain Resort features some of the best ski slopes in Pennsylvania. There is also a popular tube run and cross country ski trails for those less inclined to downhill skiing. In the warmer months, Seven Springs offers many other outdoor recreational possibilities, including an alpine sled run and a zip line.
Directions from Laurelville: (Approx. 25 minutes) Left at entrance, left onto Rt. 982, left onto Rt. 31 (go 10 miles), right onto Rt. 381 & 711 (go 6 miles), make left (gas station on right) at Indianhead (go 7 miles) follow signs to Seven Springs