Location: Lake Ariel
Top Things to do in Lake Ariel
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Lake Ariel is a village in Lake Township, Wayne County, Pennsylvania. It was once the site of an amusement park. The main intersection is dominated by Saint Thomas Moore Roman Catholic Church and the Howe Convenient Market.
Restaurants in Lake Ariel
1. Why-Not Riding Stable
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Scenic horseback riding in the Pocono Mountains.
Reviewed By kellygT8237BV - Sewell, United States
My husband and I are on a mini vacation and wanted to go horseback riding. We were both very pleased with the tour. We saw beautiful sights, the tour guides were friendly, and the horses were gentle. We would highly recommend Why-Not-Riding Stables and will look forward to visiting them when we come back.
2. Maple Hill Farms
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By richardsV5730KZ - Westfield, United States
This a small privately owned Maple syrup farm owned and run by Roger Bell (just call him Rodger) and his dog Hunter. The friendliest dog I have ever met. If you try and ignore him he will tap on your knee to give him some attention. Roger gladly will provide free tours and display all his modern equipment and explain the maple syrup production process. It is truly amazing. Rodger also sells the syrup in his little store, and many of the bottles are decoratively painted or etched. The syrup is outstanding especially the Bourbon aged syrup that is unique and tastes out of this world. The cost of similar quality syrup is less then store bought. This is a great place to take children too. It will only take an hour of your time to have a great experience
3. Lacawac Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 44 reviews
The most notable feature of Lacawac Sanctuary is Lake Lacawac - a 52 acre glacial lake preserved in almost pristine condition (totally free from development or encroachment). The Lake was declared a National Natural Landmark by the U.S. Department of the Interior in 1966. Lacawac features a natural boreal bog, the Wallenpaupack Ledges Natural Area, Partner Ridge, a native plants garden, demonstration forest/deer exclosure plots, and six public hiking trails. At the heart of the Sanctuary is the National Historic Registered “Adirondack Great Camp” complex constructed in 1903 as summer residence and hunting lodge. Lacawac Sanctuary’s mission is Research, Education and Preservation. Located in the Pocono Mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania and founded in 1966, the aspirations of Lacawac Sanctuary has been to preserve Lake Lacawac, its watershed, the surrounding forest and historic structures; provide a venue for ecological research, scholarly interaction and the training of scientists; provide PreK-12 and collegiate education on environmental and conservation issues; educate all ages and promote healthy living patterns and wellbeing through nature; and preserve historic Lacawac and it's infrastructure.
Reviewed By jennarob09
The lodge at Lacawac is a great place to stay (for cheap) in the Poconos. It has a quiet atmosphere that allows you to get your work done, while enjoying the outdoors. I loved the network of trails throughout the grounds, there are about four miles of trail network woven around lakes and ponds with educational signs throughout. While staying at the lodge, there are two shared bathrooms between 6-7 bedrooms, but that has not been an issue for me during my stay (four nights). Definitely bring walking shoes that could get dirty and a pair of binoculars to view the many birds, beavers, and deer that frequent these grounds! Highly recommend!
4. Claws 'N' Paws
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 295 reviews
Reviewed By scott1369 - New York City, United States
This place is fun and has a surprisingly large number of animals. Big cats, pigs, giraffes, horses/ponies, monkeys, foxes, reptiles, etc. The people that work there are really friendly. There are a number of lions and tigers in what looks to me to be large encounters (my opinion, I am not an expert). The petting zoo section is always fun. Also I have gotten food there before and it is pretty good. I have never had a bad time here.
5. The Hideout
6. Lake Equestrian Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
