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ITINERARY
12h 26m639 miles36 stops
1
Lock 3
2
Gorge Metro Park
3
Double Diamond Deer Ranch
4
Rec Hall
5
Above the Poconos Skydivers
Our Skydiving Center, run by the Kellner family, Don Kellner is the Guinness Record Holder with the Career Total Most Sport Parachute Jumps. We offer skydiving lifts in PA for first time tandem skydivers thru solo sky diving enthusiasts from PA, NJ, NY, NYC and beyond. Skydiving gift certificates and vouchers for Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York State and New York City are also available! Phones answered daily from 8 am - 8 pm. We jump Fridays from 4 pm until 8 pm, and we jump weekends from 9 am to 7 pm, April - September, weather permitting.
6
Senuna's Bar And Grill
7
Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway
Lehigh Gorge trains, a trademark of the Reading and Northern Railroad, take a 70 minute round-trip tour following the Lehigh River over bridges, through Glen Onoko, into the Lehigh Gorge State Park. High-rising cliffs and mountain scenery surround the train along the route to Old Penn Haven. You will see hikers, rafters, mountain bikers, and wildlife along the railroad. You will learn about railroad lore, wildlife, the history of the anthracite coal region, and the people who launched America into the Industrial Age. Seasonal days and hours apply throughout the year. Call for more information or visit our website for current schedules.
8
Mount Airy Casino
9
Pocono Environmental Education Center
Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) is a private, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and the education partner of the National Park Service in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. For over 50 years, PEEC has successfully cultivated an appreciation and love of nature in the tens of thousands of annual visitors, which include school groups, informal learning groups, families, adult learners, professionals, and the general public. PEEC’s residential environmental education campus is located in Dingmans Ferry, Pike County, PA, within the heart of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. PEEC is an exceptional place for customized field trips and retreats for schools, groups, and families. PEEC is also open to the public; our program calendar has something for everyone and our hiking trails are free and available year-round.
10
Yale University Art Gallery
Yale University Art Gallery is the oldest college art museum in America. The Gallery’s encyclopedic holdings of more than 250,000 objects range from ancient times to the present day and represent civilizations from around the globe. Spanning a block and a half of the city of New Haven, Connecticut, the Gallery comprises three architecturally distinct buildings, including a masterpiece of modern architecture from 1953 designed by Louis Kahn through which visitors enter. The museum is free and open to the public.
11
New Haven Railroad Station
12
REACT Premium Escape Rooms
Award winning Premium Escape Rooms and Events Center conveniently located next to Bradley Int'l Airport in Windsor Locks, CT. 1 mission, 60 minutes, countless puzzles and challenges. How will you REACT? Team Building, Special Events or Just for fun You've never played a game like this before!
13
Cabela's
14
Chatfield Hollow State Park
15
Gillette Castle State Park
This 24-room mansion has undergone extensive renovations.
16
Birch Mountain Pottery
Birch Mountain Pottery is a combined pottery studio/gallery. Potter Susan Gerr produces handcrafted functional pottery in the studio and it is sold in the gallery along with other local crafts and art. work ranges from mugs, casseroles, and bowls to garlic roasters, trays, teapots and much more. Also featured is weaving, baskets, photography and paintings. Special orders are also considered.
17
The Adventure Park at Storrs
Are you ready for the best climbing and zip line adventure Connecticut has to offer? Get outside and into our aerial adventure park in Storrs, CT to experience our self-guided tree-to-tree climbing adventure. Perfect for families, friends, birthday parties and groups of all ages! Ideal for all adults and children 3+ at any fitness level, you'll go at your own pace for a fun, exciting, and self-guided adventure, the perfect combination of challenge and fun. You'll start with a safety briefing and practice session, then we let you choose your own adventure among our 9 treetop trails for ages 7+ or the Adventure Playground for kids 3-6. With roughly 106 tree top platforms connected by bridges, ladders, 28 zip lines and other crossings, our trails are color-coded like ski trails for all abilities and are designed for self-discovery. Our helpful staff are always at hand and available for questions and assistance. Plus, we're the Storrs area's only outdoor axe throwing venue!
18
Willimantic Textile & History Museum
19
Lyman Allyn Art Museum
The Lyman Allyn Art Museum welcomes visitors from New London, southeastern Connecticut and from all over the world. Established by a gift from Harriet Allyn in memory of her seafaring father, the museum opened the doors of its beautiful neo-classical building in 1932. Today it houses a fascinating collection of over 17,000 objects from ancient times to the present: artworks from Africa, Asia, the Americas, and Europe, with particularly strong collections of American paintings, decorative arts, and Victorian toys and doll houses. Outside, a sculpture trail highlighting large scale works is surrounded by 12 acres of gardens and lawns. Throughout each year, the Lyman Allyn offers special programming including exhibition openings, lectures, educational opportunities, and musical events for families and the general public. Guided tours, self-guided exploration, and tours customized for a group's needs or goals are all available.
20
Tantiusques
Follow a loop trail through quiet woodlands then visit the site of a former lead mine used by Native Americans and, later, European settlers.
21
The Submarine Force Museum
The home of the world's first nuclear submarine has several other exhibits on the history of submarines.
22
Sharpe Hill Vineyard
23
Mashamoquet Brook State Park
24
Black Pond Brews
Craft brewery, taproom and kitchen. Now open at our new location at 1001 Hartford Pike, Dayville CT.
25
The Conjuring House
This is the real location of the infamous hauntings of the Perron family as told by The Conjuring movie released in 2013. The paranormal phenomena continue today, making this one of the most haunted locations in America. We offer night investigations for paranormal investigators and paranormal enthusiasts. We also offer Haunted & Historic Day Tours, Guided Ghost Hunts, and Special Events during selected months of the year. Note: Reservations are required to access the property. Please see our website to book a private tour or stay.
26
Old Stone Mill Antiques and Treasures
The Old Stone Mill built in 1814, a beautiful stone building on the riverside in historic downtown Chepachet, RI. A historic Chepachet landmark on the riverside, originally a textile mill, now houses 2 floors of antiques and treasures from primitives, to the 50's, 60's, and 70's collectables.Come visit our warm, friendly atmosphere, sit by the fireside with us and relax into a bygone era.
27
Blissful Meadows Golf Club
28
Southwick's Zoo
Open from early April through October, Southwick’s Zoo is a privately-owned zoo located at 2 Southwick Street in Mendon, MA. Spanning over 200 acres, Southwick’s Zoo is New England’s largest zoological experience. Southwick's is home to over 850 animals in naturalistic habitats including lions, tigers, giraffes, chimpanzees, white rhinos, two-toed sloths, and more. Southwick’s also offers a wide variety of attractions including the Skyfari Sky Ride, Woodland Express Train, Soaring Eagle Zip Line, 35-acre Deer Forest, petting zoo, walk-through aviary, presentations and keeper talks, the Rainforest Adventure Maze, the EARTH Discovery Center, and so much more! Southwick’s Zoo’s mission is to provide an extensive zoological collection and educational facility for their visitors. Southwick’s Zoo offers a full day of family fun and an exciting environment for visitors to learn more about animals and their conservation.
29
Salty Brine State Beach
30
Warwick Public Library
31
Four Town Farm
32
The Nature Trail And Cranberry Bog
33
Battleship Cove
Home to five National Historic Landmarks and Official Veteran Memorials on both state and national levels, Battleship Cove has been providing the preservation of both the military heritage of the New England region and that of the United States since 1965. A non-profit memorial and museum located in Fall River, Massachusetts, veterans, families, schools, Scouts, and interested visitors from around the world have walked the decks of these historic vessels and viewed the legendary aircraft on display. Day visits, overnight camping experiences, and special events allow the public to immerse themselves in the exploration of the historic entities on exhibit and see for themselves the sacrifices made by both the military personnel who served on these amazing ships and aircraft and those who supported their construction See battleship USS Massachusetts BB59, destroyer USS Joseph P. Kennedy Jr DD850, submarine USS Lionfish SS298, PT Boats 617 and 796.
34
Fall River Historical Society
35
Gray's Store
36
Forrest's Family Fun Center
Customize this Trip
OVERVIEW
Akron to New Bedford
1
Start:Lock 3
Akron, Ohio·
4.5
(98) review
200 S Main St, Akron, OH 44308-1315
2
Start:Gorge Metro Park
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio·
4.5
(99) review
1160 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls, OH
3
Start:Double Diamond Deer Ranch
Clarington, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(7) review
12211 Route 36, Clarington, PA 15828-1831
4
Start:Rec Hall
State College, Pennsylvania·
5.0
(9) review
Rec Hall, State College, PA 16802
5
Start:Above the Poconos Skydivers
Hazleton, Luzerne County, Pocono Mountains Region, Pennsylvania·
5.0
(8) review
Our Skydiving Center, run by the Kellner family, Don Kellner is the Guinness Record Holder with the Career Total Most Sport Parachute Jumps. We offer skydiving lifts in PA for first time tandem skydivers thru solo sky diving enthusiasts from PA, NJ, NY, NYC and beyond. Skydiving gift certificates and vouchers for Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York State and New York City are also available! Phones answered daily from 8 am - 8 pm. We jump Fridays from 4 pm until 8 pm, and we jump weekends from 9 am to 7 pm, April - September, weather permitting.
6
Start:Senuna's Bar And Grill
Wilkes-Barre, Luzerne County, Pocono Mountains Region, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(8) review
133 N Main St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701-2007
7
Start:Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway
Jim Thorpe, Pocono Mountains Region, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(955) review
Lehigh Gorge trains, a trademark of the Reading and Northern Railroad, take a 70 minute round-trip tour following the Lehigh River over bridges, through Glen Onoko, into the Lehigh Gorge State Park. High-rising cliffs and mountain scenery surround the train along the route to Old Penn Haven. You will see hikers, rafters, mountain bikers, and wildlife along the railroad. You will learn about railroad lore, wildlife, the history of the anthracite coal region, and the people who launched America into the Industrial Age. Seasonal days and hours apply throughout the year. Call for more information or visit our website for current schedules.
8
Start:Mount Airy Casino
Mount Pocono, Pocono Mountains Region, Pennsylvania·
3.5
(930) review
312 Woodland Rd, Mount Pocono, PA 18344-7172
9
Start:Pocono Environmental Education Center
Dingmans Ferry, Pocono Mountains Region, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(97) review
Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) is a private, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and the education partner of the National Park Service in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. For over 50 years, PEEC has successfully cultivated an appreciation and love of nature in the tens of thousands of annual visitors, which include school groups, informal learning groups, families, adult learners, professionals, and the general public. PEEC’s residential environmental education campus is located in Dingmans Ferry, Pike County, PA, within the heart of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. PEEC is an exceptional place for customized field trips and retreats for schools, groups, and families. PEEC is also open to the public; our program calendar has something for everyone and our hiking trails are free and available year-round.
10
Start:Yale University Art Gallery
New Haven, Connecticut·
5.0
(984) review
Yale University Art Gallery is the oldest college art museum in America. The Gallery’s encyclopedic holdings of more than 250,000 objects range from ancient times to the present day and represent civilizations from around the globe. Spanning a block and a half of the city of New Haven, Connecticut, the Gallery comprises three architecturally distinct buildings, including a masterpiece of modern architecture from 1953 designed by Louis Kahn through which visitors enter. The museum is free and open to the public.
11
Start:New Haven Railroad Station
New Haven, Connecticut·
4.0
(97) review
50 Union Ave, New Haven, CT 06519-1754
12
Start:REACT Premium Escape Rooms
Windsor Locks, Connecticut·
5.0
(24) review
Award winning Premium Escape Rooms and Events Center conveniently located next to Bradley Int'l Airport in Windsor Locks, CT. 1 mission, 60 minutes, countless puzzles and challenges. How will you REACT? Team Building, Special Events or Just for fun You've never played a game like this before!
13
Start:Cabela's
East Hartford, Connecticut·
4.0
(99) review
475 E Hartford Blvd N, East Hartford, CT 06118-1156
14
Start:Chatfield Hollow State Park
Killingworth, Connecticut·
4.5
(98) review
Route 80 West, Killingworth, CT 06419
15
Start:Gillette Castle State Park
East Haddam, Connecticut·
4.5
(784) review
This 24-room mansion has undergone extensive renovations.
16
Start:Birch Mountain Pottery
Tolland, Connecticut·
5.0
(7) review
Birch Mountain Pottery is a combined pottery studio/gallery. Potter Susan Gerr produces handcrafted functional pottery in the studio and it is sold in the gallery along with other local crafts and art. work ranges from mugs, casseroles, and bowls to garlic roasters, trays, teapots and much more. Also featured is weaving, baskets, photography and paintings. Special orders are also considered.
17
Start:The Adventure Park at Storrs
Storrs, Mansfield, Mystic Country, Connecticut·
5.0
(300) review
Are you ready for the best climbing and zip line adventure Connecticut has to offer? Get outside and into our aerial adventure park in Storrs, CT to experience our self-guided tree-to-tree climbing adventure. Perfect for families, friends, birthday parties and groups of all ages! Ideal for all adults and children 3+ at any fitness level, you'll go at your own pace for a fun, exciting, and self-guided adventure, the perfect combination of challenge and fun. You'll start with a safety briefing and practice session, then we let you choose your own adventure among our 9 treetop trails for ages 7+ or the Adventure Playground for kids 3-6. With roughly 106 tree top platforms connected by bridges, ladders, 28 zip lines and other crossings, our trails are color-coded like ski trails for all abilities and are designed for self-discovery. Our helpful staff are always at hand and available for questions and assistance. Plus, we're the Storrs area's only outdoor axe throwing venue!
18
Start:Willimantic Textile & History Museum
Willimantic, Mystic Country, Connecticut·
4.5
(13) review
400 Main St On Main St. just pass Union St., Willimantic, CT 06226-3149
19
Start:Lyman Allyn Art Museum
New London, Mystic Country, Connecticut·
4.5
(53) review
The Lyman Allyn Art Museum welcomes visitors from New London, southeastern Connecticut and from all over the world. Established by a gift from Harriet Allyn in memory of her seafaring father, the museum opened the doors of its beautiful neo-classical building in 1932. Today it houses a fascinating collection of over 17,000 objects from ancient times to the present: artworks from Africa, Asia, the Americas, and Europe, with particularly strong collections of American paintings, decorative arts, and Victorian toys and doll houses. Outside, a sculpture trail highlighting large scale works is surrounded by 12 acres of gardens and lawns. Throughout each year, the Lyman Allyn offers special programming including exhibition openings, lectures, educational opportunities, and musical events for families and the general public. Guided tours, self-guided exploration, and tours customized for a group's needs or goals are all available.
20
Start:Tantiusques
Sturbridge, Massachusetts·
4.0
(8) review
Follow a loop trail through quiet woodlands then visit the site of a former lead mine used by Native Americans and, later, European settlers.
21
Start:The Submarine Force Museum
Groton, Mystic Country, Connecticut·
4.5
(899) review
The home of the world's first nuclear submarine has several other exhibits on the history of submarines.
22
Start:Sharpe Hill Vineyard
Pomfret, Mystic Country, Connecticut·
3.5
(80) review
108 Wade Road, Pomfret, CT 06258
23
Start:Mashamoquet Brook State Park
Pomfret, Mystic Country, Connecticut·
4.5
(9) review
Mashamoquet Road, Pomfret, CT 06259
24
Start:Black Pond Brews
Killingly, Mystic Country, Connecticut·
4.0
(23) review
Craft brewery, taproom and kitchen. Now open at our new location at 1001 Hartford Pike, Dayville CT.
25
Start:The Conjuring House
Harrisville, Burrillville, Rhode Island·
5.0
(29) review
This is the real location of the infamous hauntings of the Perron family as told by The Conjuring movie released in 2013. The paranormal phenomena continue today, making this one of the most haunted locations in America. We offer night investigations for paranormal investigators and paranormal enthusiasts. We also offer Haunted & Historic Day Tours, Guided Ghost Hunts, and Special Events during selected months of the year. Note: Reservations are required to access the property. Please see our website to book a private tour or stay.
26
Start:Old Stone Mill Antiques and Treasures
Chepachet, Glocester, Rhode Island·
3.5
(8) review
The Old Stone Mill built in 1814, a beautiful stone building on the riverside in historic downtown Chepachet, RI. A historic Chepachet landmark on the riverside, originally a textile mill, now houses 2 floors of antiques and treasures from primitives, to the 50's, 60's, and 70's collectables.Come visit our warm, friendly atmosphere, sit by the fireside with us and relax into a bygone era.
27
Start:Blissful Meadows Golf Club
Uxbridge, Massachusetts·
4.0
(21) review
801 Chocolog Rd, Uxbridge, MA 01569-2034
28
Start:Southwick's Zoo
Mendon, Massachusetts·
4.5
(536) review
Open from early April through October, Southwick’s Zoo is a privately-owned zoo located at 2 Southwick Street in Mendon, MA. Spanning over 200 acres, Southwick’s Zoo is New England’s largest zoological experience. Southwick's is home to over 850 animals in naturalistic habitats including lions, tigers, giraffes, chimpanzees, white rhinos, two-toed sloths, and more. Southwick’s also offers a wide variety of attractions including the Skyfari Sky Ride, Woodland Express Train, Soaring Eagle Zip Line, 35-acre Deer Forest, petting zoo, walk-through aviary, presentations and keeper talks, the Rainforest Adventure Maze, the EARTH Discovery Center, and so much more! Southwick’s Zoo’s mission is to provide an extensive zoological collection and educational facility for their visitors. Southwick’s Zoo offers a full day of family fun and an exciting environment for visitors to learn more about animals and their conservation.
29
Start:Salty Brine State Beach
Narragansett, Washington County, Rhode Island·
4.0
(97) review
254 Great Island Rd, Narragansett, RI 02882-5621
30
Start:Warwick Public Library
Warwick, Rhode Island·
5.0
(99) review
600 Sandy Ln, Warwick, RI 02889-8298
31
Start:Four Town Farm
Seekonk, Massachusetts·
4.5
(9) review
90 George St, Seekonk, MA 02771-3803
32
Start:The Nature Trail And Cranberry Bog
Foxborough, Massachusetts·
4.5
(88) review
Patriot Place, Foxborough, MA
33
Start:Battleship Cove
Fall River, Massachusetts·
4.5
(806) review
Home to five National Historic Landmarks and Official Veteran Memorials on both state and national levels, Battleship Cove has been providing the preservation of both the military heritage of the New England region and that of the United States since 1965. A non-profit memorial and museum located in Fall River, Massachusetts, veterans, families, schools, Scouts, and interested visitors from around the world have walked the decks of these historic vessels and viewed the legendary aircraft on display. Day visits, overnight camping experiences, and special events allow the public to immerse themselves in the exploration of the historic entities on exhibit and see for themselves the sacrifices made by both the military personnel who served on these amazing ships and aircraft and those who supported their construction See battleship USS Massachusetts BB59, destroyer USS Joseph P. Kennedy Jr DD850, submarine USS Lionfish SS298, PT Boats 617 and 796.
34
Start:Fall River Historical Society
Fall River, Massachusetts·
4.5
(98) review
451 Rock St, Fall River, MA 02720-3398
35
Start:Gray's Store
Adamsville, Little Compton, Rhode Island·
4.5
(6) review
4 Main Street, Adamsville, Little Compton, RI
36
Start:Forrest's Family Fun Center
Taunton, Massachusetts·
5.0
(9) review
1 Lawton Ave, Taunton, MA 02780-5061
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The distance is 639 miles
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