Summer vacation
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Summer vacation
So, my family is located in Lancaster, PA. I am trying to get a start on the summer vacation and am hitting roadblock after roadblock. I want to do something different and keep it within a 4 hour drive. We always do the beach, the Poconos, Philadelphia, and Baltimore. I want something outdoorsy, lake side. Not Raystown. I have looked into Deep Creek lake but haven't found the right spot. I also looked into the Finger Lakes but they get pricey. Any suggestions for a family of 4, kids, (7&11). I am picturing lake side, walk to the beach, relaxing fire pit. I welcome any and all suggestions. Thanks in advance
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You did not mention your budget. Would something at Lake Wallenpaupack work for you? https://www.vrbo.com/vacation-rental...-wallenpaupack
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Prince Gallitzin State Park just outside of Altoona is one of my favorites. You would also be able to do day trips into Altoona (maybe catch a Curves game), the Horseshoe Curve, and even Johnstown. http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/statepar...incegallitzin/
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I guess 1 thing holding me back is I am really not planning on an entire week. maybe more like a long weekend. Thur-Sun or so and many places want a weeks rental in the summer. I'm looking for a rental house/cabin, not a hotel. Trying to keep it around $200 per night. I have heard a lot about the state parks but never done it. Their facilities are pretty nice?
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The "modern cabins" are usually pretty good, not a hotel by any means but are reasonably comfortable and have their own bathrooms. Another State Park that I haven't been to but a lot of my friends like is French Creek (Pennsylvania) which would be closer to you.
Here's a PDF of Prince Gallitzin's cabins: http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/cs/group...cnr_003275.pdf
Here's a PDF of Prince Gallitzin's cabins: http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/cs/group...cnr_003275.pdf
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Like Amy, I haven't been but have heard very good things about French Creek State Park.
Since you're willing to go up to a 44 hr. drive, I'm wondering if somewhere in the Hudson River Valley area might be worth checking out.
Since you're willing to go up to a 44 hr. drive, I'm wondering if somewhere in the Hudson River Valley area might be worth checking out.
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