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SkiPA Summer Article: Top 5 Summer SkiPA Adventures for Thrill Seekers

Pennsylvania's summer ski resort scene offers plenty of fun for adventure lovers and thrill seekers alike. From challenging tree-top rope courses to exhilarating mountain coasters, there's a unique adventure sure to please everyone in the family. 
Here's a look at the top 5 SkiPA adventures that are sure to get your adrenaline flowing. 
 
  1. Outdoor Mountain Adventures

    Blue Mountain Resort, Summit Adventure Park

    Nestled in the picturesque Poconos, Blue Mountain's Summit Adventure Park invites thrill seekers to a day full of outdoor adventures. Spend the day navigating five high ropes courses, soaring through the trees on four zip lines, scaling an outdoor rock-climbing wall or round up your friends for a game of outdoor laser tag. There's also a Bungee Trampoline and free fall experience. Best of all tickets are customizable, so you can choose your adventures and timeframe.

    The Peak at Nemacolin Resort, Mountain Adventures

    Breathe in the cool mountain air and embark on endless outdoor activities in the heart of the Alleghenies at the Peak at Nemacolin Resort. Test your climbing skills on the High Ropes Challenge course with 36 elements spread across three levels. Experience the adrenaline rush of the Quick Jump, an exhilarating free-fall experience, all while being securely fastened. For younger adventurers, there's a Little Tykes Ropes Course, featuring three obstacles and a 120-foot zip line. 

    Camelback Mountain Resort, Ziplines

    Zipline through the Pocono mountains and enjoy the rush of high-speed racing with breathtaking mountain views. Camelback's longest zipline is the 4000-foot Zip Rider, which sits at 180 feet in the air. For those looking to race friends down the mountain, the 1000-foot Double Barrel Zipline offers an unforgettable heart-pounding experience. 

  2. Mountain Coaster at Camelback Mountain Resort

    Strap in and enjoy a roller coaster that puts you in the driver's seat. Camelback's Mountain Coaster, lets you navigate down the mountainside through hairpin turns and twists at speeds of up to 25 miles per hour. Whether you ride solo or with a companion, this unique coaster offers a thrilling way to experience the Poconos. 

  3. Giant Swing at Bear Creek Mountain Resort

    If you like the idea of soaring through the trees, but aren't quite ready for ziplining, Bear Creek's Giant Swing is the next best option. The swing takes riders, harnessed in like a zipline, through a wooded area overlooking a scenic pond. The experience includes 1.5 hours of flight time with instruction.

  4.  Alpine Slide at Seven Springs Resort

    Race down 1,980 feet of track on a two-wheeled sled at Seven Springs' Alpine slide. Control your speed with a handlebrake as you zoom down the track. The adventure begins with a scenic chairlift ride to the top, providing ample time to enjoy the breathtaking mountain vistas and scenic landscape. 

  5. Sunbowl Mountain Tubing at Camelback Mountain

    If you love snow tubing, head to Camelback Mountain for its summer version, Sunbowl Tubing. Ride the magic carpet lift to the top, hop in a tube and glide down the water-filled lanes for an unforgettable summer adventure.

Pennsylvania ski resorts offer endless opportunities for summer adventures. Start planning your getaway today.

For a complete list of resorts and summer recreational offerings, visit SkiPA. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to stay up-to-date on the latest news and offerings. 

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