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100_4043.jpg (54452 bytes)Nestled in the rolling hills of central Pennsylvania is one of the states best kept secrets, Knoebels Amusement Park.  Located near Elysburg PA in a large wooded valley Knoebels is rich in amusement history with a very diverse collection of old favorites intermingled with the newer rides and attractions of today.  One of the many highlights of Knoebels is the fact that all of its rides, new and old are built around a forest of trees with much care to preserve the canopy of shade they provide.  In the dead heat of summer, the trees along with Knoebels location make the park a cool summer destination.  The two creeks that run through the park, Roaring Creek and Mugser's Run, add to the ambiance with covered bridges and walkways crossing over them.  Knoebels is larger than you might think at first glance.  The trees help to hide how expansive the park has become, even when looking from high atop the large 110 foot Ferris Wheel or down from the ski lift that rises you up the side of the mountain next to Knoebels.

 

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Dcp_59207.jpg (42159 bytes)Knoebels is not a theme park.  Not in appearance, not in its operation.  Knoebels can better be described as a family owned and operated tradition family oriented park with picnic groves, camp grounds, old time cottages, a huge swimming pool, great food and games side by side with some of the greatest rides that go back through history.  From the resurrected classic Phoenix roller coaster to the genuine Lusse Auto Scooters bumper cars, these rare and treasured rides continue to thrill the young and old alike.  Take a mile and a half long ride out into the woods on Knoebel's Crown park style Amusement park train.  The Pioneer Train takes you under the Twister wooden roller coaster and deep into the quite wooded forest where you might catch a glimpse of several squirrel feeding on a cob of corn as you loop around a squirrel and bird feeding area.  Jump on the Flyer for an exciting flight on an old thrill Flying Skooter ride that you'll be hard pressed to find anywhere else.   Knoebels also has a large section devoted to the young ones with a large collection of new and classic Kiddie Rides.

100_3980.jpg (60198 bytes)Knoebels continues to grow, adding and building new rides while acquiring old favorites.  Unlike the major theme parks, general admission and parking at Knoebels are both free and ride tickets are priced individually at very reasonable rates, far below what typical theme parks charge. During weekdays and selected weekends, you can buy a day pass and ride as many as you like all day long.  Knoebel's also has their own highly rated campground near the park.

Once you experience  Knoebel's Grove Amusement Park, you might not look at parks the same again.  You might find after a long day at the park that you are refreshed rather than exhausted and sun burnt.  As night falls the park take on a different appearance as all of the rides and shops light up in a colorful display.

The following pages of pictures are just some of Knoebels rides and attractions.  Enjoy the pictures and if you would like to see a close up of the picture, just click on it!  

Fandango is one of Knoebels newest addition.  This gravity-defying thrill ride will throw your senses for a loop as you go from negative G to positive G forces as it swings and twirls you over and over. 100_4030.jpg (28029 bytes)

  
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The Power Surge

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The Giant Wheel


  

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The Scenic Skyway ski lift

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The Flyer

The Flyer is a surprisingly fun ride.  At first glance you might not think this swinging ride is going to carry too much excitement with it. But looks are deceiving.  You'll soon realize you are in control of this ride!  How many rides have you been on where you control how much excitement you want to have?  Grab hold of the handle on the wing and see how high you can fly!

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Directions to Knoebels
Anthracite Museum of Mining
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Twister Rollercoaster
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Knoebels Contact Info
Knoebels Flood of 2006
Kneobles Amusement Park
 
Note: We are not affiliated with Knoebels Amusement Park.  We are life-long, multi-generation fans of the Knoebels Grove and continue to follow what is happening at the park and visit year after year.  To contact Knoebels Grove directly, please visit their website or call them at 1-800-487-4386.
     
     
     

 

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