WILDLIFE & WATER PARKS ROAD TRIP TRIP i N WESTER N PA
Photo by Idlewild & SoakZone Hydro Racers are a head-first head rush!
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f you’re looking for a summer familyfun road trip experience, look no further. This trip combines two outdoor favorites in one fantastic vacation - water parks and wildlife parks. The road trip begins in Jones Mills, Westmoreland County, where you’ll find Living Treasures Wild Animal Park. More than 300 animals and 50 species, ranging from bearded dragons to big cats, live at the park. Guests can get a close-up look at the tigers who are just on the other side of the one-inch-thick glass. Although temporarily suspended due to COVID-19, the 30-minute sloth interaction is a sought-after activity at Living Treasures. Check their website for updates on when this opportunity will return. Conveniently located on the property, Log Cabin Lodge and Suites offers guests a place to stay during their visit. Each room has a rustic, log cabin feel with a fireplace and modern amenities. The suites range from 1 to 6 bedrooms. Lodging guests receive 50% off admission to Living Treasures Wild Animal Park.
IF YOU GO: Address: 288 PA-711, Jones Mills, PA 15646 Phone: 724-593-8300 Web: ltanimalpark.com Just 20 minutes northeast of Jones Mills, you’ll find Idlewild and SoakZone in Ligonier. Idlewild and SoakZone has been named “Best Children’s Park” by Amusement Today and “Best Park for Families” by the National Amusement Park Historical Association. With this type of positive recognition, your family is sure to enjoy the entire park. There’s a water feature for every age, from the relaxing Float Away Bay lazy river to the Hydro Racers slides. The smallest guests will enjoy Captain Kidd’s Adventure Galley, with six slides and dozens of interactive water fun. There is no shortage of fun for older kids and adults at SoakZone. In addition to the hydro racers and the serpentine slides, the Pipeline Plunge features a thrilling 50-foot drop on a two-person
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