Location: Ronks
Top Things to do in Ronks
Top Restaurants in Ronks
10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Ronks That You Shouldn't Miss
Ronks is a small farming community and census-designated place in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, just west of Paradise, Pennsylvania. The town is noted for being the home of Ronks Concrete Company. The community is home to several Amish themed tourist attractions, shops, restaurants, and lodging lining the Lincoln Highway. It is also close to the Strasburg Rail Road and the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania. The community has a large Amish and Mennonite population. As of the 2010 census the population was 362 residents.
Restaurants in Ronks
1. Countryside Road Stand
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 190 reviews
Reviewed By 590JackK - Lebanon, United States
Smack dab in the middle of Amish country is this wonderful country store. This is far from the maddening crowd of the Route 30 tourist shops. I've been here a few times, and while it's always busy, it's also always a comfortable place to browse around the shop, or treat yourself to excellent pretzels or ice cream. In addition, there's lots of good, homemade choices of eggs, cheese, butter, pies, pastries, and other desserts. Oh, and they offer canned fruits, vegetables, and relishes as well. Not hungry? No problem. Look around at their "quillows" and other hand-made quilts and crafts. They even sell rugs, baskets, and cloth books, along with Amish dolls. Finally, I saw a whole bunch of different types of bird houses and gourds for sale. It's really a great place to hang out for a bit as you make your way around the back roads in this beautiful area of Amish country. If you're looking specifically for this place, you'll probably want to use your GPS. Otherwise, you might be riding along these roads for a long time! It's worth the visit, and there are other neat places in the area as well to visit while you're here.
2. Old Windmill Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 256 reviews
Reviewed By MG73010 - Staten Island, United States
Great daytime farm experience for all ages! We went with a group and our young tour guide, Lizzie was very sweet & informative. We did the farm & garden tour & hayride where we got to feed & pet farm animals, milk a cow, learn about their upkeep, walk through & taste a garden of seasonal vegetables & personally drive a hayride drawn by horses. Highly recommend!
3. Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,082 reviews
The Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania is home to a world-class collection of more than 100 historic locomotives and railroad cars, an immersive education center, a vast library and archives and a working restoration shop. Special events, museum store, free on-site parking, free WiFi.
Reviewed By places2c25 - Randolph, United States
The Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania is a must see when out in Lancaster County! It's also a great tour on a hot day in the summer! It's a fascinating walk through time and to think about these enormous beauties at the height of their popularity. My husband is a train enthusiast so I enjoyed my own personal tour guide! Across the road is the Strasburg Railroad where tour rides are are available but we ran out of time. Definitely will be worth a return trip!
4. Cherry Crest Adventure Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 463 reviews
This farm offers the Maize Maze attraction in 10-foot-high corn stalks.
Reviewed By brachaw2018 - Spring Valley, United States
We had a great time at Cherry Crest. My toddlers loves the experience. They loved the petting zoo and wagon ride and the alpine slide and the pedal carts. They enjoyed the mini village, holding a chic and all the rest of the stuff. Its a great place for kids of all ages. They have many activities that are geared towards different age groups so everyone gets something fun to do. The staff are super nice and friendly and that makes the experience so much more pleasant! I would very much recommend families to go there and would love to visit again. Just one piece of advice- check the weather before going. We went on a very hot day (over 90 degrees fh) and I would not recommend anyone else to do so. There are lots of open fields and everything is outdoors. They do have two big fan mists that helped cool the kids but it was not enough to help with the heat. But my kids had a great time anyway!
5. Strasburg Rail Road
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,667 reviews
Steam through scenic Lancaster County aboard America’s oldest operating railroad, where the first thing you can expect is an authentic steam railroad experience! Strasburg Rail Road steam locomotives and cars, including First Class, Dining, Coach, and Open Air, all beautifully restored and carefully maintained by a world-class staff. Our regular steam train excursion provides a 45-minute roundtrip through the countryside, while an audio commentary highlights the history about the railroad and surrounding area. More than 2,500 acres of farmland are visible from the train, much of which is farmed by our Amish neighbors. Group rates are available for 10 or more Guests with additional perks for Cafe 1832 and our gift shops! Special Events include Day Out With Thomas, Christmas Trains, Wine & Cheese events, and more! Face Masks and social distancing required. Advanced Reservations required.
6. Mascot Roller Mills
7. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By DiAlJo - Hockessin, United States
We arrived on a very hot day. They have 2 Courses to choose from. We played the Gold course and really enjoyed the obstacles and maintenance of the course. We will definitely try the Diamond course next time. I recommend this 18 holes as a great way to spend a few hours. Note: They offer a discount on the 2n course if you do it in the same day.
8. Family Farm Quilts
9. Li'l Country Store and Miniature Horse Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 224 reviews
We have The Li'l Country Store and miniature Horse Farm, Come and visit our little horses and little goats. You can feed them a snack or take rides with the mini horses. There is a Charge for doing rides. You can also take a peek in our Woodworking shop and browse thru our country store. We also have a retail Furniture showroom
Reviewed By 273kenn - Toms River, United States
Every time we visit we stop here every since we found this place several years ago. They have some of the best whoopie pies. I usually will buy a dozen to take home. I put them in the freezer then when I want one I just take it out. Also the homemade lemonade is great. You can buy a single serving or a quart. They sale a lot of different things like homemade root beer, cheeses, homemade chips, jellies, crafts, quilts, etc. I actually bought a quilt on this past visit. I have been going there so long I have seen the children grow over the years. They also have miniature horses you can find or get a ride on. They also have some goats to feed if you like as well.
10. Dutch Haven
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 115 reviews
Reviewed By Travelermsn
My family and I always stop in when in the area. They have the most unique items and the world's best pies. I would strongly recommend stopping in to shop
