Winter is a wonderful time to be in Pennsylvania. With so many activities to do within driving distance of Hatfield, there’s no excuse to experience cabin fever. Check out these three popular winter getaways in Pennsylvania.
- Dogsledding at Nemacolin
Located about 280 miles west of Hatfield and just across the border from Morgantown, West Virginia, the Nemacolin Woodlands Resort offers dogsledding excursions complete with the famous Alaskan Huskies. Enjoy snowy fields and snow-covered trees as you enjoy the majesty of a winter landscape while traveling about with an iconic dogsled team. Outings include a tour of the kennels and a chance to learn what it’s like to be a musher.
- Ride a Christmas Train
Located a short 65 miles from Hatfield, the Strasburg Railroad in Ronks offers Christmas Train rides each November and December, starting Thanksgiving weekend. With several themed rides such as Santa’s Paradise Express, the Night Before Christmas Train, the Christmas Feast, and the Night Before Christmas Trolley offer new and different experiences even for previous passengers to the railroad. Reservations recommended.
- Snow Tubing
If you’re looking for some adventure and fun for the whole family, then visit Camelback Mountain in the Poconos, home of the largest tubing park in the U.S. Located just 70 miles north of Hatfield, this resort features 42 sledding lanes. Whether it’s your first time or you’re an expert tuber, there’s something for everyone at this winter getaway.
Don’t let the snow keep you away from a great time this winter. Take advantage of all that Pennsylvania’s winter wonderlands have to offer and make some cherished wintertime memories this season.
Image via Flickr by Ian D. Keating
