This park is dying. No coasters this year. Sad to see.
Breaking - Big News Out of #LakemontPark
Lakemont Park, a longstanding attraction in the Altoona area,
announces significant changes for the 2024 Spring/Summer season. The Park grounds have been
a focal point for our community for 130 years, and how the land has been used continues to
evolve based on the needs of Blair County residents. As our community grows, develops, and
changes, Lakemont Park has to adapt and change, too. This 2024 season at Lakemont Park will
look different than in years past, as we transition to new and improved events and activities to
serve our guests better.
The 2024 season will feature four batting cages, four basketball courts, two volleyball courts, two
mini-golf courses, and ten pavilions. Notably, the amusement rides, including Skyliner and Leap
The Dips, will not be operational during the summer season due to declining attendance,
increased maintenance costs of two wooden rollercoasters and rides, and other financial
challenges. Andrea Cohen, President of Lakemont Park, expressed, “This was a difficult decision
to make. We hope our community will find new ways to enjoy our beautiful grounds as we
update the Lakemont Park experience.”
Some things will not change. Lakemont Park will continue to host the Central Blair Recreation
Commission Men’s Summer League. The Park will also continue to host school picnics in the
spring as well as the camps in the summer. And, planning for the 2024 Holiday Lights on the
Lake is already underway, as we are excited to continue hosting this longtime tradition.
Lakemont Park land, owned by Blair County, is intended for parks and recreation. “We met with
a few businesses and organizations to use the grounds for recreational sporting events and
welcome the opportunity to discuss new business ventures,” noted Cohen. We invite
collaboration with the community to explore new uses and improvements and we are open to
renting our facilities for community events, including music festivals, craft shows, car shows,
fundraising walks, yard sales, and more. Interested parties can contact Lakemont Park
at info@lakemontparkfun.com. “Our community has enjoyed the Park grounds since 1894.
Lakemont Park is a perfect event gathering place, allowing family and friends to connect
outdoors. We enjoy partnering with local organizations to host their special events and
fundraisers, using our conveniently located facility,” stated Cohen.
Reservations for the 2024 season are now being accepted through the Park office. The pavilions
offer a unique opportunity where guests can bring their own food or hire Snappy Chef for a
catered event. Visitors will have access to 36 mini-golf holes at The Links at Lakemont. The
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Rabbit Hole course embraces a Pennsylvania Woodlands theme that local artist Michael Allison
designed. Harris Mini-Golf of Wildwood, NJ, designed the Keystone Falls 18-hole course, which
is a challenging, regulation-sized, ADA-accessible course featuring a stone waterfall and ponds.
Special discounted tickets for mini-golf groups of 20 or more are available, and classic yard
games can be rented through the office. The four baseball/softball batting cages cater to both team
usage and individuals of all ages for practice and entertainment.
A limited number of seasonal staff positions are available to assist with operations, grounds,
special events, and organizing Holiday Lights on the Lake. Applications can be found on our
website at lakemontparkfun.com or by emailing info@lakemontparkfun.com.
SEASONAL SCHEDULE
• Mid-April through Early June: Batting cages and mini-golf
• Wednesday to Friday: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
• Saturday and Sunday: 1:00 pm - 8:00 pm
• 48-hour notice required for 30-60 minute batting cage rentals
• June-August: During school summer vacation
• Wednesday to Friday: 4:00 pm - 8:30 pm
• Saturday and Sunday: 1:30 pm - 8:30 pm
• Closed Monday and Tuesday, including holidays
• Once school starts: Weekends only until Labor Day weekend
• Sunday of Labor Day is the last day of the season