Runaway River Is Pennsylvania’s Best 1,600-Foot Lazy River

Summer just might be the busiest of all seasons in PA. After all, we’ve got a ton of fairs and festivals to check out. Concerts and free movies fill the summer schedule. We’ve got more than our fair share of amusement parks – both natural and man-made – to visit. Next time you’re up for a relaxing day, grab an inner tube and glide down this Pennsylvania lazy river tucked in a spectacular water and amusement park.

Lather on the sunscreen, pull on your swimsuit, and set the GPS for Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom, home to Runaway River Lazy River.

But, first find the perfect beach chair, where you can drop your beach towel before grabbing an inner tube for...

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A lazy yet thrilling meander down the 1,600-foot Runaway River. Of course, you don't want to get too complacent on this lazy river with surprises around every corner.

Just when you're feeling completely relaxed, whoosh! Feel the rush of cold water over you as your tube floats under a majestic waterfall.

Then, go with the flow as you pass through a cave and swirl in the whirlpool along your lazy river journey.

And if you love lazy rivers, take your inner tube to the 1,000-foot Wildwater River, which features plenty of surprises.

Don't forget to check out the rest of the water attractions, too, such as the Wave Pool, Patriot's Plunge, and the Speed Slides.

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Address: 3830 Dorney Park Road, Allentown, PA, 18104

Do you have a favorite Pennsylvania lazy river? Tell us about it in the comments! Love lazy rivers? Then, you’ll love these six natural lazy rivers. Click here to read more.

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This 1,600-foot Pennsylvania Lazy River Has Summer Written All Over It

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