This Indoor Beach In Pennsylvania Is The Best Place To Go This Winter
By Beth Price-Williams|Updated on December 04, 2023(Originally published January 25, 2019)
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
Winter in Pennsylvania can be unpredictable, to say the least, but we’re usually prepared for whatever comes our way – snow, ice, sleet, ice. The cold and snow bring with them a ton of fun too – snowball fights, making snowmen, and sled riding. Those freezing temps can get tiring pretty fast, though, as we begin the countdown until spring. While we can’t fast-forward to warmer weather, we can shut the door on winter for a little bit when we visit this indoor beach.
Pack all your beach gear for an unforgettable winter adventure at Camelback Lodge and Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark, where the temperature's always a balmy 84 degrees.
Want to really feel like you're at the beach? Reserve one of the indoor cabanas, where you can relax away from the crowd, watch a little TV, and cool down under the ceiling fan.
Kick off your indoor beach getaway by floating along the Lost River, a relaxing lazy river that promises a few surprises. (Think waterfalls, caves, and canals.)
If you've been Googling "indoor beach near me," you've just found one of the best indoor waterparks in Pennsylvania.
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Prefer a little more action? Jump into the wave pool for a leisurely float...until the waves start rolling in. The Great Ka-Na-Gawa Wavepool promises fun for guests of all ages, although kiddos under 48 inches must wear a life jacket.
When you're ready for another breather, head back to your private cabana or to the indoor whirlpool spa, where you can kick back, relax, and let the warm water soothe your muscles.
Aquatopia hasn't forgotten the littlest adventurers either. Penguin Play Bay, designed just for kiddos under 48 inches, features such kid-approved attractions as a slide and a zero-depth entry pool.
All that fun has likely led to a mighty appetite, and you'll find some of the most delicious food at this indoor beach resort. Grab a bite at one of the resort eateries.
Get a glimpse of the fun that awaits at Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark from this YouTube video by Discover NEPA.
If you’ve been looking for one of the best “indoor beaches near me,” you’ve found one! Have you ever been to this indoor beach in Pennsylvania? Or, do you plan to visit? Let us know in the comments! Did you know that Camelback Mountain Resort is also home to the largest snow-tubing park in Pennsylvania?
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What are some of the best winter hikes in Pennsylvania?
Some of us just want to escape winter by visiting our favorite indoor beach resort in Pennsylvania while others prefer to get outside and breathe in that crisp, cool air. When you’re up for an outdoor adventure, check out the best winter hikes in Pennsylvania:
The Mount Davis Highpoint Trail in Mount Davis will lead you to the highest point in Pennsylvania and some of the area's most sensational views.
Trek to the highest waterfall in Pennsylvania along the Raymondskill Falls Trail.
Step into a winter wonderland when you follow the Laurel Hill Lake Trail in Somerset.
Bring the whole family for a short but sweet hike along the one-mile Chickie Rocks Overlook Trail, which boasts stunning views of the Susquehanna River.
The Jacoby Hollow Trail in Trout Run will take you to a frozen (if you’re lucky!) or snow-framed Jacoby Falls.