Getting bored of going to the same parks every weekend? For some reason it can be intimidating to venture out of your neighborhood to a new playground in unfamiliar area. Have no fear, Lehigh Valley Moms has done the work for you! We put together a list of some of the best playgrounds in the Lehigh Valley AND (to make sure you aren’t driving 25 minutes just for a new playground) we included some amazing “Hidden Gem” spots to enjoy while you are in the area.
Almost all of the business listed are locally/family owned. Please make sure you check their hours before planning your playground day!
Cedar Beach Playground- Restrooms
2600 Parkway Boulevard, Allentown
Union & Finch– One of the best restaurants in Allentown! Need a drink and a pick me up? Try their Cold Brew Martini
The Udder Bar Ice Cream Shop– Ice cream tacos and bubble waffle cones
Gems and Joes– Family owned “elevated coffee experience”. Order online and pick it up on your way!
Grange Park Playground
360 Grange Road, Allentown
Lone Lane Park- Restrooms
30 Lone Lane, Macungie
Stuffed to the Grills– if you’ve been looking for a reason to visit this not so “Hidden Gem” then this is it!
Java Joint– In a hurry? Stop by this drive thru coffee spot!
1760 Pub and Grille– Historic pub with great kids options
Catasaqua Park- Restrooms
501 American St, Catasaqua
Blockers Coffee House– Iced. Coffee. Flights.
Catty Corner Neighborhood Pub and Pie– Comfy neighborhood pub with a “Little Roughies” menu
Upper Saucon Township Community Park- Restrooms
3231 Preston Lane, Center Valley
Copperhead Center Valley– great family restaurant down the street from the playground (Chimmi Venom Wings are delish)
Sage Alley Brewery– Beer…with a side of funnel cake fries
Jaquelyn’s on Main Coffee Shop– Delicious specialty lattes and baked goods
Scott Park / Riverside Park- Restrooms
Larry Holmes Drive, Easton
BunBusterz– hot dogs with vegetarian options
Heavenly Coffee– Organic Colombian coffee
Pearly Baker’s Alehouse– Great draft selection and buttered noodles with tater tots on the kids menu
Camp Olympic Park Playground- Restrooms
3120 S Cedar Crest Boulevard, Emmaus
True Blue Mediterranean– great lunch spot that also serves delicious coffee
Let’s Go Coffee Company– Coffee and a gluten free bakery
Funk Brewing– Did your pup tag along to the playground? Funk Brewing is pet friendly!
Morris J. Dimmick Park Playground- Restrooms
570 Durham Street, Hellertown
Hello Joe’s Coffee– Picturesque coffee trailer outside of PA House Restaurant
Saylor’s Market– Great pre-made items to grab for a picnic
Lost Tavern Brewing– Beers for you and games for the kids
Polk Valley Park- Restrooms- Portable
2068 Polk Valley Road, Hellertown
Allie’s Specialties– Grab a latte and one of their humongous chocolate chip cookies
Braveheart Pub– Scottish pub with tons of drafts and a killer kids menu
Laurys Firehouse Park Playground- Restrooms- Portable
5328 Egypt Road, Laurys Station
2 Brothers Pizzeria & Restaurant- Locally owned restaurant in the former historic Laurys Park building
King Kone– Ice cream shop with lots of options
Nazareth Borough Park- Restrooms
475 N Broad St, Nazareth, PA 18064
Bella Bean Coffee Shop– Fantastic coffee and baked goods
Birthright Brewing Company– Brewery with a kids menu? Yes please.
Pott’s Hot Dogs– a Lehigh Valley classic
26th St Playground
W 26th St, Northampton
Palermos Italian Grill– Grab a pizza to bring to the park
Taylor Roasted CoffeeHouse– order your coffee online and pick it up on your way
QuiNBy’s Playground- Restrooms
600 W Mill St Quakertown
Trolley Barn Public Market– Coffee, lunch, ice cream, beer, wine…everything you could want under one roof!
