Distance to the Festival: 8 miles

Step into the legendary world of acoustic craftsmanship at the Martin Guitar Factory and Museum. Located just minutes from Wind Gap, this working factory offers guided tours where you can watch expert luthiers handcraft some of the world’s finest guitars—used by legends like Johnny Cash, Eric Clapton, and John Mayer. The tour walks you through every stage of production, from raw wood to the final polish.

After the tour, explore the Martin Museum, featuring rare and historic guitars, artist-owned instruments, and fascinating artifacts tracing the company’s nearly 200-year history. It’s a must-do for music lovers, woodworkers, and anyone curious about American innovation.

🕒 Tip: Tours fill up fast—reserve your spot in advance!
📸 Photo-worthy moment: The wall of vintage guitars inside the museum, or a selfie in the Pickin' Parlor with a Martin in hand.

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Distance to the Festival: 5 miles

Just minutes from Wind Gap, Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center is a scenic escape with over 1,100 acres of forest, meadows, and streams. The park features miles of hiking, biking, and equestrian trails that wind through beautiful natural landscapes along Bushkill Creek.

At the heart of the park is the Henry Homestead, birthplace of the famous Henry Rifle, offering a peek into colonial industry. The center is also a hub for environmental education, hosting nature programs for all ages year-round.

📍 Education Center Address:
400 Belfast Road
Nazareth, PA 18064

🅿️ Free parking is available at the Education Center and several trailheads.

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Distance from Wind Gap: ~15 miles

Let your imagination run wild at the Crayola Experience, a colorful, hands-on attraction packed with creativity and fun for all ages. With over 20 interactive exhibits, kids can make their own crayons, melt wax into art, star in coloring pages, and explore a two-story playground. It’s educational, artistic, and endlessly entertaining.

📍 Address:
30 Centre Square
Easton, PA 18042

🅿️ Parking available in the adjacent garage.
🎟️ Allow 2–3 hours for your visit—discounted tickets often available online.

For more info crayolaexperience.com/easton

Distance to the Festival: 16 miles

The Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is a stunning 70,000-acre natural preserve straddling the Pennsylvania–New Jersey border, where the Delaware River cuts a dramatic path through the Appalachian Mountains. It’s a paradise for hikers, paddlers, photographers, and outdoor lovers.

One of the most popular hikes is Mount Tammany, a challenging 3.5-mile loop that rewards you with jaw-dropping views of the Water Gap. For a more relaxed visit, enjoy waterfalls like Dingmans Falls or explore historic villages, scenic river drives, and riverside picnic areas.

📍 Recommended Starting Point (Mt. Tammany Trailhead):
Dunnfield Creek Parking Area
I-80 Exit 1, Columbia, NJ (just across the river from PA)
Note: This is the closest trailhead for the classic Water Gap overlook hike.

🅿️ Arrive early—parking fills quickly on weekends.
🛶 Kayak, swim, or tube in designated river access areas.

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Distance to the Festival: 17 miles

Step into one of the most historically significant towns in America. The Historic Moravian District of Bethlehem is now a UNESCO World Heritage site, recognized for its unique 18th-century communal design and cultural influence. Founded in 1741, the settlement includes beautifully preserved stone buildings like the Gemeinhaus (the oldest building in Bethlehem), the Single Sisters’ House, and the Moravian Chapel—all part of the original Moravian layout.

Visitors can walk the Heritage Trail, take guided tours, and visit the Moravian Museum of Bethlehem to explore life in this early planned community, known for progressive values like universal education and gender equality.

📍 Visitor Center Address:
505 Main Street
Bethlehem, PA 18018

🅿️ Metered parking and garages available throughout downtown.
🍽️ Great shops, restaurants, and seasonal festivals are just steps away.

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Distance to the Festival: 17 miles

Once the roaring heart of American industry, the former Bethlehem Steel plant has been reimagined as SteelStacks—a one-of-a-kind arts and culture destination. Towering blast furnaces frame this 10-acre campus that now hosts concerts, festivals, film screenings, comedy shows, art exhibits, and community events year-round.

Highlights include the Hoover-Mason Trestle, an elevated walkway with interpretive signs and dramatic views of the steel mill ruins, and Levitt Pavilion, which offers over 50 free outdoor concerts each summer.

📍 Address:
101 Founders Way
Bethlehem, PA 18015

🅿️ Free and paid parking available on-site.
🎟️ Events range from free family programming to ticketed headliners.

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Distance to the Festival: 28 miles

For nonstop thrills and family fun, Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom is a top regional destination. This classic amusement park features over 60 rides, including adrenaline-pumping roller coasters like Steel Force and Hydra, plus a huge water park with slides, a lazy river, and splash zones—all included with admission.

You’ll also find family rides, live entertainment, and Planet Snoopy, a kid-friendly area with Peanuts-themed attractions. Whether you're chasing speed or just looking to cool off, it’s an all-ages adventure perfect for a summer day.

📍 Address:
4000 Dorney Park Rd
Allentown, PA 18104

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