Part Waterpark And Part Amusement Park, Idlewild Park Is The Ultimate Summer Day Trip In Pennsylvania
By Beth Price-Williams|Published June 08, 2022
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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.
Summertime promises a whole lot of fun for the entire family, and a trip to this amusement and waterpark just might be the ultimate summer day trip in Pennsylvania. An old-fashioned destination that offers something for everyone – from the littlest of adventurers to kids at heart – Idlewild Park & SoakZone has become a summer tradition for many. From a trolley ride through Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood to floating down the lazy river, the park offers a full menu of fun.
Turn back the pages of time when you visit Idlewild & SoakZone in Ligonier, about an hour outside of Pittsburgh, a summertime destination that has delighted generations.
SoakZone is the perfect place to start your visit, especially on those scorching Western Pennsylvania days. Float along in a tube on the lazy river; zip down the 50-foot Pipeline Plunge, or catch a wave at the wave pool.
While SoakZone is perfect for relaxing the day away, save some time to head to the main park, too. There, you’ll find such classic rides as the Spider and the Tilt-A-Whirl.
Idlewild is wildly popular with the little ones with Raccoon Lagoon featuring pint-sized rides. A trip to Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, aboard Mister Rogers’ famous trolley, is a must during your visit, too.
Stroll through classic fairy tales, and meet some of the characters in Story Book Forest. Jumpin’ Jungle is brimming with fun, from a massive ball pit to a suspension bridge.
What do you think is the ultimate summer day trip in Pennsylvania? Let us know in the comments! Summertime offers the perfect opportunity to spend time lakeside, and you’ll definitely want to check out these Pennsylvania lakes.
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