Outdoor Activities Guide for Philadelphia Kids

Families can enjoy Philly's great outdoors all year round, with outdoor adventures and activities from hiking to drive-in movies, camping to swimming.

Photo courtesy of Croydon Creek Nature Center
Outdoor Adventures for Philly Families
Enjoy water slides and water rides galore at the biggest outdoor waterpark in PA. Photo courtesy of Camelback Mountain Resort
Best Water Parks Near Philly for Kids
Spruce Street Harbor Park has two water features and tons of games to keep kids busy after a meal. Photo courtesy of Spruce Street Harbor Park
Philadelphia Beer Gardens that are Family-Friendly
Set up shop on the beautiful grounds at Ocean View Resort. Photo courtesy of Ocean View Resort
Best Campgrounds Near Philadelphia for Tent Camping, Cabins, KOAs and More
Go beyond the standard playground fun at Franklin Square. Photo by J. Fusco
Best Playgrounds in Philadelphia for All Day Play
University City's annual children's fest is back, with a line-up of performances and creative play activities. Photo by R. Kennedy/Visit Philly
Ultimate Guide to Spring Activities for Kids in Philly
The Tulip Treehouse at Winterthur is a location right out of The Hobbit. Photo courtesy of Bob Lietch for Winterthur Garden
10 Philly Arboretums and Gardens for Kid-Friendly Fun

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Outdoor Activities at Home
Jump rope solo, skip with siblings, or round up the whole gang for double dutch.
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Jump rope songs can turn a kid workout into a game.
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Your Guide to Backyard Camping with the Kids
Pack some paper and pencils in your backpack for a nature scavenger hunt. Photo by Melissa Hillier/Flickr
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Latest Outdoors News

At Johnson's Corner Farm, it's all about the berries.
Best Strawberry Picking in Philadelphia and Summer Strawberry Festivals
Have a berry good time at these nearby farms.
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Revel in the dirty hands! Outdoor activities help kids sleep better and jumpstarts their imaginations.
30 Easy & Fun Outdoor Activities in Nature for Kids
Have fun in nature and get your hands dirty in the great outdoors.
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University City's annual children's fest is back, with a line-up of performances and creative play activities. Photo by R. Kennedy/Visit Philly
Ultimate Guide to Spring Activities for Kids in Philly
Looking for fun things to do with kids in PLACE this Spring? Check out our ultimate spring bucket...
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Head to Medford for pumpkin picking at Johnson's Corner Farm. Photo courtesy of the farm
Best Pumpkin Patches for Philly Kids That Are Worth the Drive
Pick the perfect pumpkin at one of these local patches.
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Enjoy the easy walking paths and the beautiful foliage along the Chester Creek Trail. Photo courtesy of the Chester Creek Trail
17 Great Fall Hikes with Kids Near Philadelphia
These kid-friendly fall hikes are among the best ways to enjoy autumn in Philly.
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Enjoy picking and other family-friendly activities at Linvilla Orchard. Photo courtesy of the orchard
Apple Picking near Philly: Best Apple Orchards for Apple Picking with Kids
Our top picks for pick-your-own apples near Philly.
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