Explore Lincoln Caverns: Ghosts, Goblins, and Natural Wonders in Pennsylvania
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4–6 hours over two days
Fitness Level
Participants should be comfortable walking on uneven terrain and standing for extended periods in cave tours.
Overview
Experience a unique October adventure at Lincoln Caverns in Pennsylvania with the Ghosts & Goblins Party. Combining spooky tours, outdoor exploration, and environmental education, this event is perfect for Girl Scouts looking for fun and learning.
Girl Scout Cadette, Senior & Ambassador Events: Ghosts & Goblins Party with Directions Matter Patch (October)
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About This Adventure
Join us for a thrilling two-day adventure at Lincoln Caverns, featuring a haunted tour, a natural exploration of Whisper Rocks, Halloween crafts, games, and a spooky hayride. This unique experience combines fun and education, creating lasting memories for Girl Scouts while promoting cave conservation. Register early for this unforgettable event!
Duration 2 days - Saturday/Sunday, October 18 – 19, 2025
Engage in a frightfully good time by taking the haunted tour of Lincoln Caverns, the natural tour of Whisper Rocks, making a Halloween craft, playing games, daring the night-time haunted trail, and a Haunted Hayride! Sunday, join us for the Directions Matter Patch.
INCLUDED
Ghosts & Goblins tour of Lincoln Caverns, natural tour of Whisper Rocks, haunted trail, haunted hayride, Halloween party with games, crafts, & prizes, Saturday night lodging fee, nine hours of program, pizza supper, and OIP Italian sub lunch.
Lincoln Caverns has been serving the Scouting Community for over thirty years. By providing activities that are both engaging and educational, Lincoln Caverns offers Girl Scouts of all ages an opportunity to learn and make memories that will last them a lifetime. Girl Scout Programs are available year-round in our Indoor Learning Center. Event dates are ideal for smaller troops. To accommodate more scouts, registration on these event dates is limited to Girl Scouts, leaders, and registered scout parents. Event dates give scouts an opportunity to join others from Pennsylvania and nearby states to complete a scout-centered learning adventure. All programs include a pre-tour program about cave conservation and a cavern tour. Advance registration is required for all event day programs. Registration closes ten days prior to the event, or when the event has been booked to capacity.
Adventure Tips
Wear sturdy footwear
The cave floors and hiking paths can be slippery and uneven; sturdy, closed-toe shoes are a must.
Dress in layers
Temperatures inside the caverns stay cool year-round, so bring a jacket or sweater even on warm days.
Bring a flashlight
Although guided tours provide lighting, a personal flashlight helps during outdoor exploration at Whisper Rocks.
Arrive early for check-in
This popular event requires timely arrival to enjoy all planned activities, including crafts and the hayride.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Eastern box turtle
- White-tailed deer
History
Lincoln Caverns has been a protected natural attraction since the early 20th century, offering educational tours that highlight local geology and natural history.
Conservation
The event promotes cave conservation by educating participants on protecting fragile subterranean ecosystems and practicing Leave No Trace principles.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Closed-toe hiking shoes
Protects feet from rocky cave floors and forest trails.
fall specific
Warm jacket or fleece
Keeps you comfortable in the consistently cool cave environment.
fall specific
Daypack
Useful for carrying snacks, water, and extra layers during activities.
Flashlight or headlamp
Helpful for outdoor dusk activities and extra visibility underground.