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Small Group Outdoor Activities (1-8 people)

At Refreshing Mountain, fun, unique experiences are endless for groups of all ages. Our 80+ acre retreat center in Lancaster County, PA, provides small and large groups with a family-friendly space to gather, adventure, and enjoy activities together.

Is your group larger than 9 people? See our large group activities >

Experience the thrill of our professionally-guided outdoor adventures

Celebrating a birthday? How about a small-group outing? Small family gathering? Or, maybe you want to get away for a fun day with your friends and family? Refreshing Mountain is ready to help fill your day with fun activities and outdoor adventures!

Here are some ideas for your small group:

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Choose An Outdoor Adventure For Your Small Group

Small Groups: 1-8 people

Ziplines

3 Adventures – All seasons

You’ll zip through the treetops. Adventure options with 2 to 7 zipline courses for ages 5+

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Escape Rooms

3 rooms with more on the way!

Fun & Engaging for everyone — Don’t worry doors are unlocked with no ‘scary’ experiences

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Wildlife Center

Interactive Fun For All Ages!

You will get up come and personal with turtles, birds, snakes, and lizards

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Axe Throwing

Hit the bullseye with this fun group activity.

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Community Pool

You’ll dip in and cool off on hot summer days with a swim in our community pool

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Horseback Riding

Enjoy Western and English horseback riding lessons for all ages and experience levels. 

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Large Group Outdoor Activities (9+ People)

Looking for some fun outdoor things to do in Lancaster County, PA with a large group?

Experience thrilling large group activities at Refreshing Mountain! Our 80+ acre venue offers exciting outdoor adventures for school groups, team building, church youth groups, and more. Discover the perfect blend of excitement and camaraderie at Refreshing Mountain.

Obstacle & Ropes Courses

Get the adrenaline pumping and challenge yourself to an exciting outdoor experience.

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Birthday Parties

Birthday parties of all ages love choosing our venue for their celebrations. We have everything your party needs with ample space, accommodations, activities, and more! 

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Pool Parties

Our outdoor community pool is a beautiful space to celebrate in the summer months with friends and family. 

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Testimonials

maureen H.
maureen H.
Great day trip ,fall adventure.This team was amazing. From first phone call, to everyone on staff we encountered. We arrived ,booked a package in less...
Alan N.
Alan N.
Had a great time! As a first time horse rider the private lesson was fantastic. Hannah was an amazing instructor. She was friendly, knowledgeable and very...
St. Joseph S.
St. Joseph S.
This is an amazing place to take a group of students. 10/10
Nicki H.
Nicki H.
We had a fantastic time! Scott the zip lining instructor is AMAZING! He's super personable, encouraging and patient. When our nerves kicked in on the 800...
Chrissy W.
Chrissy W.
I had 4 people in my group, we did the 7-line aerial excursion. 1st time at refreshing mountain and 1st time zipliners for all 4 of us! I was very nervous, but even I ended with my last 2 zip lines flying upside down! My entire group had a blast! All thanks goes to our “tour guides” Alex and Scott, they were able to make us feel welcomed, comfortable, explained everything to us and helped us have a great time. We will definitely be back!
Rob G.
Rob G.
Amazing! Staff were friendly and helpful every step of the way. Zip lines, courses, and climbing challenged courage of young and old but we did it!!! Thank...
Jim S.
Jim S.
Liz and Anika were great guides! Challenging , yet manageable.
Sonya R.
Sonya R.
We LOVE coming to swim at the pool. Thank you for offering a clean, safe, family friendly, fun, and best of all Christian environment! 👌🏼
Wendy Leaa B.
Wendy Leaa B.
I can not say enough WONDERFUL things about my husband's and my first adventure ziplineing and the WONDERFUL guides (who's names I just can't remember one had the coolest Kit Kat socks on....hopefully that will help with knowing who they are.)
From the time we walked into the line (I with a huge fear of heights and overall not a inch of adventure seeking in my life) they were so professional, helpful and pure fun! This was one of the best experiences in my life! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Refreshing Mountain Retreat!!! They helped me more than I can say! I will forever be grateful for putting my trust & life in their hands.
Cher L.
Cher L.
Did the axe throwing and had a great time! All the staff was great and friendly. Highly recommend!!!
Sue M.
Sue M.
Took my friend for her birthday and had a wonderful time! Justin and Castor were great guides.
Jess K.
Jess K.
Staff were friendly and helpful. We had a great time!
Kim R.
Kim R.
We enjoyed their Homeschool Adventure Day so much! Loads of fun things to do with your kiddos to keep them occupied for hours!
Tom St L.
Tom St L.
My friend and I had a wonderful time! The zip line was so much fun and the obstacle course was just as fun while being challenging! I can't wait to go back! Maybe get some photos next time!
Tom S.
Tom S.
My friend and I thoroughly enjoyed the zip lie and obstacle course! The staff was so helpful and great to "hang" with! Can't wait to go back!
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Abbey E.
Abbey E.
We had a great evening! ALL staff were excellent. Zip line through the lights was such a fun experience. Obstacle course super fun! Wildness center impressive. We will be going back and we’d love to spend a weekend in the beautiful cabins.
JessIca A.
JessIca A.
Second visit with Raptor and Reptile Guide Patrick and first Ropes and Zip-line adventure for my Grandson. What a great birthday experience for him
Dennis K.
Dennis K.
Great staff and facilities. Very patient and encouraging with first time zip liners. Whole experience with group of 11 couldn't have gone any better. Would...
Nora L.
Nora L.
We had an absolutely thrilling time on the longest zip line trail! I'm a bit of a chicken, but the guys (Tim, Wyatt, & Nick) made me feel much more...
Kim K.
Kim K.
What an awesome time I had! Great fun and much laughter! Very safe and guys were so trustworthy and very nice
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Stacey M.
Stacey M.
We had a great time on the zip line and aerial obstacle course. Our guides were super friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!
Melissa C.
Melissa C.
First time zip lining and it was fantastic! If you get Michael and Sam as your guides then you got lucky cause they were awesome
Pam H.
Pam H.
Went zip lining at Refreshing Mountain Retreat. Did 7 zip lines and 3 air bridges. Had a good time. Plan to come back when they have the lights
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Cristina P.
Cristina P.
Great place, fun and difficult obstacles. Fun zip lines. The guides were great: informative, safe and funny. they have a lot more activities than just ziplining and the place felt safe and peaceful. I highly recommend it and would def go again.
April S.
April S.
Alyssa and Logan were super great for our first time ever ziplining and taking on an obstacle course....or 2.

They made it extra fun and made us so comfortable given we were a little scared!
Shanna S.
Shanna S.
The guides are great, very helpful for those of us who clearly need a helping hand!
Melissa H.
Melissa H.
We did the Fun5Pak then picniced at the pool for my daughters 10th birthday! Everything is so well organized for a great experience. We will definitely be back!
Joanne Panfil F.
Joanne Panfil F.
Totally recommend. Second year we stater in a cabin did a variety of the activities. Just wonderful!
Angel G.
Angel G.
Went with my family. We did the Aerial Excursion 7 Zipline Tour. My husband enjoyed it. My daughter loved it! I have an extreme fear of heights but did it...
Horiana G.
Horiana G.
Excelent place, good atentions! Good personel at the office!
Excelent to be in family and group with friends, good to learn.
Teresa F.
Teresa F.
Refreshing Mountain Retreat is a great place to vacation. We rented a cabin for 4 days. Everything was amazing and the staff was wonderful. Lots of activities, places to explore, and quiet areas for those that just want to relax.
Mary Baker R.
Mary Baker R.
What a fun place! We did the zipline and ropes course tour that took about 1 1/2 hours. The guides were so nice, knowledgeable, and helpful, especially to those that needed extra assistance. The resort is beautiful and clean. I thought it was newer but our guide said it has been around since the 1980s. I highly recommend at least a day trip, or stay a few days. It is amazing.
Teresa D.
Teresa D.
This facility is beautiful and clean. The staff is friendly and helpful. Our ziplinine guides Maddison and Peyton were wonderful, kind and engaging. Maddison worked so hard pulling our group in and retrieving us when the line didn’t catch. She’s amazingly strong. We would recommend your facility and activities highly! Thanks for providing us with a day of birthday celebrating zip line fun!!!
Kade W.
Kade W.
Very friendly staff and would 100% go back! Zip lines were exciting and definitely worth the price.
Rachel F.
Rachel F.
Well worth the 50 minute drive. All staff was extremely friendly from greeters, office staff to the cafe employees, who had to clean up spilled hot cocoa...
Joel F.
Joel F.
Tim and Caster (our guides) did a fantastic job of keeping us safe, being encouraging for some of the scary moments, and making everything very very fun....
Mindy S.
Mindy S.
It was our first time zip lining with our 9 year old, from checking-in to our two instructors (which I can't remember both of their names I believe destiny...
P D.
P D.
Went for my birthday and had a blast! Can't believe I had never heard of this place before! Went zip lining--the staff were awesome. Have already...
Neil J.
Neil J.
First class operation. My two daughters loved the zip lines and were challenged by the obstacle courses in a very positive way. Staff was encouraging and...
Sarah D.
Sarah D.
Excellent experience! I was scared the first zip line but the employee talked me into continuing and I'm so happy I did. It was fun and a great memory to...
Kimberly W.
Kimberly W.
Love Love LOVE refreshing mountain! this me & my fiancés second time coming here & both experiences have been amazing! we had a zip lining tour with Tim &...
Gail T.
Gail T.
What a delightful family Christmas experience we shared at Refreshing Mountain. The light decorations create a sense of actually living in a story book and...
Michael T.
Michael T.
Whether it's a family weekend stay in one of the beautiful cabins, or taking our granddaughters swimming and hiking, or having a blast in one of their...
Jenn Z.
Jenn Z.
My family and I visited Hershey, PA and as a side trip, decided to go zip-lining. (All my husbands idea!) Anyway, I REALLY REALLY hesitated on signing up...
Mike H.
Mike H.
I absolutely LOVE this establishment. From the pool, to the horseback riding lessons, to the zip lining, to the overall camping... everything has been...
Resha D.
Resha D.
We visited Refreshing Mountain on a day trip and did the Aerial Excursion 7 Zip Line Tour with guides Josiah and Madeline. They were helpful, friendly, and...
Monica G.
Monica G.
My husband and I spent our 3 year anniversary here and it was perfect. The cabins are cozy and extremely quiet even though you know people are playing...
D F.
D F.
We did not stay there: we zip lined (The challenge option- 6 lines)I'm 31; went with 2 sister and friend my age. Definitely nerve wrecking at times for a...
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Refreshing Mountain
4.5
Based on 1448 reviews
Google Rating
4.9
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About Refreshing Mountain

Looking for some fun outdoor things to do in Lancaster County, PA as a family or group? Refreshing Mountain Retreat and Adventure Center was established to provide a family-friendly place for people of all ages and group sizes to enjoy fun activities and to be refreshed.

Our professionally guided outdoor adventures are designed to challenge and excite you, whether you want to explore the area’s natural beauty with a large group or just spend quality time with your friends and family. No matter the size of your group you’ll find refreshment, connection, and adventure.

Refreshing Mountain Retreat and Adventure Center in Lancaster, PA during the summer time

FAQs

Do I need to make a reservation?

Reservations are highly recommended whether you call ahead or book online. If you just stop in, you might have to wait an hour or more for the activity you want. We recommend you call ahead or book online to ensure availability even for day-of bookings. 

What are the age, weight, and height restrictions for the activities?
  • All activities have a maximum weight of 280 pounds.
  • For most of the “high adventure” activities, individual riders must be at least five years old. 
  • An adult MUST accompany children under 13 for the Challenge and Aerial Excursion. For other activities, an adult need only be present. Please see the AGE RATIO GRID for specifics.

 

What should I know about the day of my activity?
  • All participants MUST be wearing closed-toed shoes, like a sneaker.
  • If you are wearing hoop or dangling earrings or a necklace, you will be asked to remove them while doing the activity. There is a safe place you can keep your belongings.
  • Hair that is below the shoulder should be pulled pack.
  • Please arrive 15 minutes before your first scheduled activity. Come to the office, and we will direct you from there.
Is the property safe and friendly for children?

We are very intentional about promoting and preserving a family-friendly environment that welcomes all guests. Our goals for hospitality and many of our policies reflect the Judeo-Christian founding of the retreat center. We feel strongly that our guidelines are essential in helping us promote a wholesome, safe, enjoyable, family-friendly environment for everyone.

How can we help you?

Have Questions about booking a group adventure – Call us at (717) 738-1490