Nestled in a small wooded valley in Elysburg, central Pennsylvania, Knoebels Amusement Resort offers a classic family getaway. Originally opened in 1926 around a popular creek-fed swimming hole known as Crystal Pool, this family-owned park has expanded over decades into a beloved destination. You can reach the park in central Pennsylvania, where you will find a relaxed environment operating on a free-admission model, allowing you to pay per ride or purchase pass options depending on how you wish to experience your day.
Spanning a scenic property that includes a 160-acre campground with 500 sites, Knoebels offers 58 rides alongside award-winning food outlets, arcades, and live entertainment spaces like the Roaring Creek Saloon. The park is renowned for its iconic wooden coasters, including Phoenix and Twister, its legendary Haunted Mansion dark ride, and the historic Grand Carousel. You can also play a round at the nearby eighteen-hole Three Ponds Golf Course located just a quarter mile away from the main amusement grounds.
Whether you are visiting for a single day of coaster riding or planning a multi-day trip staying at the nearby campgrounds or cottages, Knoebels caters to thrill-seekers and families alike. Famous for its exceptional park food—ranging from classic pizza to adventurous dishes at the International Food Court—Knoebels combines nostalgia, award-winning attractions, and warm hospitality. You can explore the grounds at your own pace, choosing wristbands, hand stamps, or ticket books to suit your group's travel style.
01 Signature rides & attractions
The park’s headline rides across its themed areas. Confirm heights and any single-rider lines on the day.
Compiled from Wikipedia · a full ride-by-ride list per themed area is on the way.
Park map
The free OpenStreetMap layer below shows the park and its surroundings — entrances, themed areas, car parks and access roads. Zoom in for detail; the official ride-by-ride park plan is linked below.
Map: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL, free). Official park maps are copyrighted — we link to them.
02 Tickets & prices
Ticket prices for Knoebels Amusement Resort change by date and season, and the park sells single-day, multi-day and annual passes — buying online in advance is almost always cheaper than at the gate, and popular dates can sell out. Check the official site for live pricing before you travel.
We deliberately don’t list prices that change daily — the ticket button leads to live, up-to-date pricing.
03 Getting there & parking
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| Location | Located in a small wooded valley in Elysburg, central Pennsylvania. |
Getting there & parking · Last updated: 2026-09-12 · prices may change
Good to know
- Knoebels offers free admission, letting you pay for rides using wristbands, hand stamps, or ticket books.
- A 160-acre campground featuring 500 campsites is located directly behind the amusement park.
- The 18-hole Three Ponds Golf Course and restaurant sit just a quarter mile from the main park grounds.
- Crystal Pool offers a clean, filtered swimming facility on the park grounds where the original swimming hole began.
