Local Attractions and Information

Shamokin has many great local attractions, that range from famous restaurants to interesting land formations. Listed below is some of the great attractions that are available for your viewing when visiting Shamokin.

Knoebels Amusement Resort


Photographs of on-stage entertainment and a water slide
The Park
Far from the hustle and bustle of city life is Knoebels Amusement Resort in Elysburg, Pennsylvania. This exciting family destination is one of the largest free-admission parks in the country. Knoebels features over 50 rides, countless restaurants, games, and 70 years of providing award-winning action. Set in a hardwood, pine, and hemlock forest, along with the amusement park, is Knoebels' campground - just a short walk from the park and full of amenities for the entire family.

The Rides
Knoebels recently installed Scenic Skyway, which provides a grand view of the park and its huge variety of rides. Twister, Knoebels' longest roller coaster, joins the legendary Phoenix, rated among the top ten coasters in America. Among the other 50+ rides at Knoebels, you'll find the Power Surge, a classic Grand Carousel, skooter bumper cars, and the Haunted Mansion, a spine-tingling indoor attraction. There are plenty of action-packed rides, laughter-filled shows, and festive parades ensuring that "I'm bored" are words you won't hear anywhere in the park.

The Area
Knoebels Amusement Resort is nestled into the forests and valleys of the Susquehanna River, in the heart of some of the most awe-inspiring landscapes in all of Pennsylvania. You couldn't find a better combination of amusement park thrills and outdoor beauty than by staying at Knoebels' own campground, which includes "Cozy Cabins" with many amenities. Be sure not to miss Clyde Peeling's Reptiland, a specialized zoo north of Knoebels. And, along the Susquehanna River, enjoy water skiing, fishing, hiking, and a whole lot more at Shikellamy State Park.

Indian Hills Golf

Rural Route 2
Paxinos, PA 17860
Phone: (570)644-1972Fax: (570)648-5122

Three Ponds Golf Club

Rural Route 2
Elysburg, PA 17824
Phone: (570)672-9064

Sunny Hill Golf Course

Route 61
Sunbury, PA 17801
Phone: (570)286-5980

Irish Valley Campground - RD#1, Paxinos - 286-2924

J and D Campground - Route 487 between Catawissa and Elysburg - 672-9555

Knoebels Campground - Elysburg - 672-9555 -website

The Valley Gun and Country Club

PO Box 327, Elysburg 17824 - (717) 672-3130

-The Valley Gun and Country Club near Elysburg hosts the annual Pennsylvania State Trapshoot. The state shoot is the second biggest in the world each year, with the biggest being the grand American Shoot in Vandalia, Ohio in August.

The Whaleback

The Whaleback is a unique geological rock formation resembling the shape of a whale. The 300-ton wonder is over 200 million years old, and was discovered during strip mining operations in 1948. This site is located near Shamokin in the Village of Bear Valley.