Location: Catawissa
Top Things to do in Catawissa
- 1. Red Deer at Rolling Hills Farm
- 2. Knoebels Amusement Resort
- 3. Bill's Old Bike Barn
- 4. Rohrbach's Farm Market, Bakery & Gift Shop
- 5. Children's Museum
- 6. Knoebels Carousel Museum
- 7. Tee to Green Golf Center
- 8. Knoebles Mining Museum
- 9. The Catawissa Historical Train Station
- 10. Bloomsburg University of PA
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The 10 Best Things to Do in Catawissa, United States
Catawissa is a borough in Columbia County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 1,552 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Bloomsburg–Berwick Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Restaurants in Catawissa
1. Red Deer at Rolling Hills Farm
Overall Ratings
5 based on 44 reviews
Come see majestic red deer. Fun & educational for adults and children.
Reviewed By Celeste S - Pennsylvania
We had so much fun on our visit to the red deer farm with our 2-year-old son. We had some time before the tour started when we got there, but the time passed quickly feeding the goats behind the store and patting a large buck, Teddy, who was in an enclosure by the goats. (He was there to get used to seeing lots of people, as he would be the buck on display at the county's fair later in the month.)
The tour was wonderful and close to an hour long. We paid for two buckets of deer pellets to take with us to feed the deer. I would definitely recommend this, especially if you have children, because the deer are really gentle and take the large pellets right from your hands. Our son wasn't scared at all to feed the deer and he loved seeing them stick their heads through the slats in the wagon. The farm is huge and the tour takes you through several different enclosures, so you can see all the different deer up close, from the females with fawns all the way to the giant males, with their impressive racks. This is an activity we will probably do yearly with our son.
A note on when to go. We went at the very beginning of September and they had already cut the racks off many of the male deer to prevent them from hurting each other during the rutt. So to really see lots of antlers, visit earlier in the summer. Babies are born in late spring, so if you want to see really little fawns, visit then.
This is a farm, the deer are used for meat and they offer hunts as well. If you are overly sensitive about such things, please don't visit. However, if you are a lover of venison, you will find the store has two refrigerators/freezers full of venison treats. We got smoked venison kielbasi and it was delicious!
2. Knoebels Amusement Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Knoebels is a place the whole family can enjoy! It is America's largest free-admission amusement park and also offers free parking, free daily entertainment and free picnic facilities. While at the park, you can take a dip in our 900,000 gallon Crystal Pool filled with refreshing mountain stream water. The pool area includes watersides, diving boards and a play area just for young children. You can stay overnight at one of two campgrounds that include cabins and over 800 campsites for tents and campers. 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 right next door to the park.
Reviewed By traveltheglobe394 - Royersford, Pennsylvania
I can't believe I didn't write about this sooner. This is a phenomenal resort with a very nice atmosphere. Great rides, great food, great service, great cleanliness, great in general. The park has rides for everyone, every type of person you can think of. (Literally anyone from ages one to 100. Any single year.) An annual or biannual event in our family. There are many hotels very close around, and there's also cabins to camp in. A fantastic, rather clean pool with a slide and a trolley to get to the park from the cars lot. Traffic guardsmen to direct parking to make it clean and orderly. Updated clean bathrooms. Wide assortments of food. Thrilling coasters. Scenic rides. Entertainment. Ubiquitous ticket booths. Very fun games and good toys. Just a fantastic place in general. Also, there's an absolutely marvelous charming little candy cottage. It's in a very nice city with history you won't want to miss.
3. Bill's Old Bike Barn
Overall Ratings
5 based on 108 reviews
Sensational collection - motorcycle, military, carousel, collectibles from around the world.
Reviewed By Susan F - Edison, New Jersey
It seems to have antiques of everything --- in addition to bikes and motorcycles, there were cameras, numerous Barbie dolls, clowns, carousel horses and other animals, stores outfitted from the 50s and earlier, e.g. a barber shop and mayor's office.
Was a bit unhappy with the political signage. Really? Aren't we all Americans? Why disrupt the amazing collection with politics.
4. Rohrbach's Farm Market, Bakery & Gift Shop
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Unique shopping experience for the entire family. Festivals throughout the year. Closed January thru mid-April.
Reviewed By Yucatan-Admirer - PA
All these years visiting this area, and we've missed this wonderful place. Thanks to our hosts at the Maple Rose, we had a brochure and took the time to visit. The market and gift shop were full of delicious, beautiful, and fun items. The term gift shop doesn't do justice!
As for the festival, my regret is that we didn't have youngsters with us to take advantage of the activities. We did go on a hayride, which was free, and got a close look at the activities offered.
What a wonderful time. Just wish we could've stayed longer.
5. Children's Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
Play, learn, discover! 50+ interactive exhibits. Birthday parties. Field trips. Scout programs.
Reviewed By dc1232015 - Lynbrook, New York
This is a great small Children's museum. A lot of great hands on exhibits that children can easily access. Great for children of different ages. Even includes projects that the children can do at each station to take home about that exhibit.
6. Knoebels Carousel Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By krocking123
If you are interested in carousel history, this place is for you .. they have ponies from all over the world and from many many years ago. It is free and if it's hot out than might as well stop in and check it out.
7. Tee to Green Golf Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
18 Hole Adventure Mini Golf Course -- 20 Stall (6 Covered/14 Open) 300+ Yard Driving Range with Grass Tee and Self Serve Range Ball Dispenser -- World Class Indoor aboutGolf Simulator (Provider to PGA & NBC Golf) -- Pro Shop Featuring PING and MIZUNO Clubs & Accessories, Wilson Adult/Junior/Youth starter club kits, and other golfing accessories like Gloves, Hats, Bags, Umbrellas, Towels, Balls, Tees & More -- No Cost/No Obligation Fitting sessions with Ryan Berkheiser -- Lessons & Group Clinics from PGA Certified Trainer Gary Sohosky
Reviewed By bridget412015 - Danville
I have been using Tee to Green for several years as my primary practice site and for professional lessons. The shop pro is very good and very patient. The club fitting and service is also excellent. Do not play the miniature golf course, but it is busy during the warm months.l
8. Knoebles Mining Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By Hokiechip - Roanoke, VA
Located inside of Knoebels Park, we went through when the rides were closed and are glad we did. Nice history of mining in the area. Very informative.
9. The Catawissa Historical Train Station
Overall Ratings
3 based on 1 reviews
Pennsylvania train rides.
Reviewed By DOUGANDPOLLY - GRAND ISLAND
hard to believe that a village as small as Catawissa once had a train station of these proportions, particularly with another railroad running just to the south... this is where the Reading Railroad (remember it from Monopoly?) paused before diverging north on two routes toward Williamsport, and the spirits those long-ago passengers seem to invest this hard-to-maintain historic structure... have a good stop
10. Bloomsburg University of PA
Overall Ratings
4 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By Courtney W
Attended college here and never thought it would be a place to visit. The campus is a pure hill so you get the best legs after attending here. They redid a lot of the common area since I first visited.
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