Guidebook for Ashland
Sightseeing
The site of America's Oldest Brewery. Discover the hand-dug fermentation caves that were used for storage before refrigeration. Wander through time and enjoy a taste of living history in a building that has produced fine beers through times of peace, prosperity, upheaval and world war.
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D.G. Yuengling & Son, Inc. Production Facility
Mahantongo StreetThe site of America's Oldest Brewery. Discover the hand-dug fermentation caves that were used for storage before refrigeration. Wander through time and enjoy a taste of living history in a building that has produced fine beers through times of peace, prosperity, upheaval and world war.
Centralia is a ghost town of about 10 residents. The town was evacuated due to an underground mine fire which started in 1962. The fire still burns today.
You can take a self-guided tour of the town and see barren neighborhoods, steam and heat rising from the ground and the "highway to Hell", an abandoned highway with a large fissure. Note there is some graphic graffiti painted on the highway.
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Centralia
Centralia is a ghost town of about 10 residents. The town was evacuated due to an underground mine fire which started in 1962. The fire still burns today.
You can take a self-guided tour of the town and see barren neighborhoods, steam and heat rising from the ground and the "highway to Hell", an abandoned highway with a large fissure. Note there is some graphic graffiti painted on the highway.
Parks & Nature
The largest free-admission amusement park and offers free parking, free entertainment and free picnic facilities. While at the park, you can take a dip in its 900,000 gallon Crystal Pool. In addition to over 60 rides, award winning food, swimming, games, and gift shops, visitors can add a round of golf at Knoebels Three Ponds Golf Club.
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Knoebels Amusement Resort
391 Knoebels BlvdThe largest free-admission amusement park and offers free parking, free entertainment and free picnic facilities. While at the park, you can take a dip in its 900,000 gallon Crystal Pool. In addition to over 60 rides, award winning food, swimming, games, and gift shops, visitors can add a round of golf at Knoebels Three Ponds Golf Club.
The Tunnel affords visitors an opportunity to learn how anthracite coal is mined. Visitors ride into the Tunnel on mine cars rebuilt to carry passengers; the motive power is provided by an electric mine motor. Deep inside the Tunnel, guests alight from the cars to follow their guides as they give an explanation of deep-mining methods. The other featured attraction is a narrow gauge steam train ride aboard the Lokie Henry Clay.
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Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine
Oak StreetThe Tunnel affords visitors an opportunity to learn how anthracite coal is mined. Visitors ride into the Tunnel on mine cars rebuilt to carry passengers; the motive power is provided by an electric mine motor. Deep inside the Tunnel, guests alight from the cars to follow their guides as they give an explanation of deep-mining methods. The other featured attraction is a narrow gauge steam train ride aboard the Lokie Henry Clay.
Nestled in the quiet country-side, Lake Tobias resounds with the sights and sounds of the jungles and grasslands of six continents. Mammals, reptiles and birds from around the world can be found there. Since 1965 Lake Tobias Wildlife Park has been fascinating patrons with its wild, exotic animals and adventure-seeking safari tours.
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Lake Tobias Wildlife Park
760 Tobias RdNestled in the quiet country-side, Lake Tobias resounds with the sights and sounds of the jungles and grasslands of six continents. Mammals, reptiles and birds from around the world can be found there. Since 1965 Lake Tobias Wildlife Park has been fascinating patrons with its wild, exotic animals and adventure-seeking safari tours.
Schuylkill County has access points to the Appalachian Trail located nearby.
Appalachian Trail - Port Clinton
Schuylkill County has access points to the Appalachian Trail located nearby.
Entertainment & Activities
AOAA Trails is an extensive off-road trail system conveniently located in Eastern Pennsylvania. We’ve been named one of the top 10 destinations in the country for ATVs, full-size vehicles and dirt bikes. Our hundreds of miles of diverse trails on 6,500 acres, combined with top-notch facilities, give our guests experiences that have them coming back for more.
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Anthracite Outdoor Adventure Area
4100 PA-125AOAA Trails is an extensive off-road trail system conveniently located in Eastern Pennsylvania. We’ve been named one of the top 10 destinations in the country for ATVs, full-size vehicles and dirt bikes. Our hundreds of miles of diverse trails on 6,500 acres, combined with top-notch facilities, give our guests experiences that have them coming back for more.
Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by Golf Digest Magazine for fantastic service & value! The newly remodeled Mountain Valley Golf Course is home to two 18-hole Championship Public Golf Courses.
Mountain Valley Golf Course
1021 Brockton Mountain DrRated 4.5 out of 5 stars by Golf Digest Magazine for fantastic service & value! The newly remodeled Mountain Valley Golf Course is home to two 18-hole Championship Public Golf Courses.
Features 4,600 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 68. Public golf course.
Rolling Meadows Golf Course
23 Rolling Meadows RdFeatures 4,600 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 68. Public golf course.
Knoebels Three Ponds Golf Club
954 PA-487Drinks & Nightlife
While sitting outside on our expansive decks, you'll marvel at the spectacular views of the vineyards and fields nestled in the foothills of Shade Mountain. A 19th-century barn houses wine-making and hosts free daily tastings of over 50 different wines. You do not need an appointment, just drop in during the regular business hours, as they are open 7 days a week year-round.
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Shade Mountain Winery & Vineyard
16140 PA-104While sitting outside on our expansive decks, you'll marvel at the spectacular views of the vineyards and fields nestled in the foothills of Shade Mountain. A 19th-century barn houses wine-making and hosts free daily tastings of over 50 different wines. You do not need an appointment, just drop in during the regular business hours, as they are open 7 days a week year-round.
Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course continues to build upon its foundation of history and tradition that has made it a major force in the sports and entertainment market in Central Pennsylvania. Turf racing is featured on our nationally acclaimed seven-furlong course. For added excitement, we simulcast the nation's best racing seven days each week. The casino features over 2,450 reel, video slot and video poker machines ranging from one penny to $100, with all the hottest games currently available. And with over 50 table games and 16 poker tables, Hollywood Casino has a game for everyone.
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Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course
777 Hollywood BlvdHollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course continues to build upon its foundation of history and tradition that has made it a major force in the sports and entertainment market in Central Pennsylvania. Turf racing is featured on our nationally acclaimed seven-furlong course. For added excitement, we simulcast the nation's best racing seven days each week. The casino features over 2,450 reel, video slot and video poker machines ranging from one penny to $100, with all the hottest games currently available. And with over 50 table games and 16 poker tables, Hollywood Casino has a game for everyone.
Food Scene
Offers a refreshing selection of beers on tap to go along with a wonderful lunch and dinner menu. Whether you’re looking for a place to watch the big game or in the mood for a fun girls’ night out, 901 Pub is the best place in town!
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901 BBQ
1639 Sunbury RdOffers a refreshing selection of beers on tap to go along with a wonderful lunch and dinner menu. Whether you’re looking for a place to watch the big game or in the mood for a fun girls’ night out, 901 Pub is the best place in town!
Homemade foods from hoagies to steak and lobster with all the trimmings...DELICIOUS.
Green's Family Restaurant
2857 PA-901Homemade foods from hoagies to steak and lobster with all the trimmings...DELICIOUS.