Illustration of glowing trees reflected in a lake with visitors watching from a small footbridge (Refreshing Mountain Christmas Light Experience)

Refreshing Mountain Christmas Light Experience

Visitors can stroll along a 3/4-mile walking trail through a glowing forest adorned with hundreds of thousands of holiday lights. Along the path, guests can explore displays, visit the wildlife area, and warm up by campfires with hot cocoa from the cafe. Guests can also experience the lights from above on ziplines with elevated obstacle courses.

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Tickets

Winter Walk Experience: $6–$12 per child/adult. Zipline options: $49 per person for 1 zip, $59 per person for 2 zips, and $69 per person for 3 zips. One parking pass is included per reservation; an additional parking pass/space/vehicle costs $10. Axe throwing is offered for $17.76 per person as an add-on.

Ages

All ages (children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult for ziplining)

Food & Drink

The event cafe is open during Christmas Lights and serves hot cocoa along with other menu items.

Parking

One vehicle pass is included per reservation; additional parking spaces can be added when booking. Parking is limited to one car per reservation unless an additional pass is arranged.

Accessibility

The walking path includes paved areas as well as rough, uneven surfaces on a hill; electric wheelchairs with larger tires fare well on all paths.

Pets

Registered service animals are welcome; other pets are not.

Going?

Location

Refreshing Mountain Retreat and Adventure Center · 455 Camp Rd, Stevens, PA 17578 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and friends seeking an outdoor christmas adventure

Vibe

Festive, cozy, adventurous

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Reserve in advance because experiences can sell out, and registered guests are the ones permitted to park.
  • If your group is arriving together, select the same start time for walkers and zipliners; walking times help spread arrivals, while zipline times matter for scheduling.
  • Dress for ziplining as if you were going skiing, but leave the helmet, skis, and ski boots at home.
  • Allow one to two hours for the roughly three-quarter-mile walk, and bring time to pause by the campfires or cafe.
  • If bringing more than one vehicle, arrange an additional parking pass when you make your reservation.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Winter Walk Experience has new family-friendly pricing.
  • Groups of 10 or more receive a discount on Christmas Light Experiences.
  • Axe throwing is available as an add-on for an extra ticket.
  • Guests booking zipline and walking experiences together can choose the same start time.
  • The inaugural Christmas Market takes place December 6, separate from the Christmas Light Experiences.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to reserve in advance?

Yes. Advance reservations are required, and available experiences can sell out. Registered guests are permitted to park.

What can visitors choose to do?

Choose the Winter Walk through the light displays, which includes access to the wildlife area, or book one of the zipline experiences with elevated obstacles.

Is food or a warm drink available?

The cafe serves hot cocoa and food during the Christmas Lights season, and campfires are placed around the displays.

How long should I allow for the walk, and can I explore at my own pace?

The trail is about three-quarters of a mile; visitors generally allow one to two hours. Walkers can explore at their own pace and repeat the walk.

Can wheelchair users and stroller users manage the path?

The path is wheelchair- and stroller-friendly, with paved areas and some rough, uneven surfaces and hills. Electric wheelchairs and strollers with larger tires do well on the paths.

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