Large Group Adventures
Choose An Outdoor Adventure
The fun and unique experiences are endless at Refreshing Mountain! Our 100 acre retreat center in Lancaster, PA, is filled with exciting outdoor activities your family or group will love. From ax throwing to ziplining, and perfect for all ages, Refreshing Mountain is the adventure you don’t want to miss.
Adventure Recreation
Basecamp Package
33 Elevated Obstacle Course and 5 Exciting Outdoor Activities
Ascent Package
2 Ziplines + Basecamp Package
The Challenge Adventure
5 Ziplines + 9 Obstacles
The Flying V
2 Ziplines (must be booked with Elevated Obstacle Course)
Elevated Obstacle Course
33 Elevated Obstacles (must be booked with the Flying V Zipline Course)
Climbing Tower
Harness your inner climber on our multi-faced climbing tower
Rappelling
Find your way descending down our 40 ft. tower as you control your descent!
Giant Swing
Experience the rush on our 35-ft pendulum swing!
Giant Ladder
Work with a partner to get to the top of this 35 ft. free swinging ladder
Pedal Carts
Race around our pedal cart track!
Indoor Climbing Wall
Challenge yourself on our 16 ft. indoor climbing wall!
Axe Throwing
Classic game of slinging an axe at wood targets never gets old.
Archery
Try your Robin Hood skills at our archery target area!
Sling Shots
Test your accuracy on our sling shot target shooting course.
Teamwork
Corporate Teambuilding
Work with our teambuilding facilitators to create a custom event
Teambuilding
Learn to solve problems and work better together through interactive activities.
Team Puzzlehunt
A unique problem solving experience for groups
Team Scavenger Hunt
Work as a team to explore the woods and learn to identify objects in nature
Physical Challenge Course
Work as a team through a series of fun and interactive team physical challenges
Field Games
Challenge your thinking and teamwork with these fun group games!
Escape Room – Funding The Dream
Can you get through the red tape in time? (Private Experience)
Escape Room – Circle T Ranch
Can you bring peace to the chaos? (Private Experience)
Escape Room – On A Mission
Can you restore hope before time is up? (Private Experience)
Nature Programs
Large Group Reptile And Amphibian Presentation
Each group will have a 15-minute hands on interaction with the animals.
Toxic Plants And Animals Course
This course provides a unique look (behind glass) at some of North America’s venomous creatures.
Birds Of Prey
Engage Pennsylvania native raptors in this hands on up close and personal program.
Wilderness Survival
Come learn the basics of how to survive in the wilderness!
Wildlife Center Free Time
Take your time to explore all that wildlife center has to offer!
Reptiles And Amphibians Of The World
Get hands on learning with snakes, lizards, turtles and more!
Wildlife Of Pennsylvania
Hands on learning about PA’s unique wildlife and habitats!
Farm Animal Experience
Each group is given the opportunity to brush, pet, or feed our various animals.
Miscellaneous
Campfires
Bring your group together around a campfire after a fun day of activities.
Pool Parties (Private Use)
It has a 30 ft. waterslide, diving board, wet playground, and spacious decks for sunbathing.
Activities Discount Details
Day Events
Defined: Groups of 20+ people for a day adventure
Overnight Events:
- Defined: Groups of 20+ people (ages 8+) with a contract for a retreat package of 1+ night/3+ meals.
- Events Jan 3 – March 24: 40% discount* off hourly priced activities up to 4:30PM
- Events March 25 – Dec 31: 25% discount* off on hourly activities
- Booked activities can be adjusted up until 4 weeks of arrival date without penalties
- Activity changes within 4 weeks of arrival date will disqualify your event from discounts and may incur additional costs
*Applied as long as the retreat leader submits their retreat’s list of desired activities and the number of hours for each activity to Guest Services at Refreshing Mountain 9 weeks (63 days) prior to your arrival date
Create Your Own Outdoor
Large Group Activity
Looking for some fun outdoor things to do in Lancaster County, PA, with a large group? Refreshing Mountain Retreat and Adventure Center is a beautiful outdoor adventure oasis providing family-friendly activities, team building, retreat gatherings, and more.
Defined: Custom Large Group day adventures
- Discounts apply to hourly activities scheduled M-F
- To qualify for discounts the event must be booked and confirmed between 6-8 weeks from the event date
- Percentage applied to single day event totals, discounts for multi-day events will be based on total per day
- Discounts $1500-$1999 = 3% | $2000+ = 5%
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.
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 sneakers. No Flip-flops.
- 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.
- Each Guest must comeplete a Release/Waiver Form. If guests are under 18, a parent/guardian must also sign the form. These can be processed online. Contact sales to get a link to add completed forms directly to your booking.
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.