Welcome Swimmers

Cumberland Valley welcomes parents, swimmers, and guests to the Carlisle YMCA Aquatic Center (formerly Keystone Aquatics) for numerous year-round events. While here, we hope you have the chance to discover and explore our nearby attractions, shopping, and local restaurants. There is something for every member of your family to enjoy during your visit.

Nearby Shopping & Attractions

Whether it’s shopping or visiting one of our many attractions, you won’t want to miss these highlights throughout Cumberland Valley.

Children's Lake

  • Located off Rte 174

Charming and scenic seven-acre, man-made lake with perfectly clear water that literally bubbles in…

Nearby Restaurants

These local restaurants are all within a short 5- to 10-minute drive of the Carlisle YMCA Aquatic Center. Downtown Carlisle offers plenty of on-street parking plus several public parking lots and a parking garage. And remember, you don’t need to feed the meters on the weekend.

Be sure to check out the Cumberland Valley Beer Trail. With over 25 locations across Cumberland Valley (seven in Carlisle), you'll find craft beer, wine, hard cider, and spirits for every flavor. Most locations are family-friendly and offer tasty lunch and dinner menus with non-alcoholic beverage options.

1794 The Whiskey Rebellion

  • 10 South Hanover Street

Located inside Comfort Suites in historic downtown Carlisle, this restaurant offers a modern rustic atmosphere with a stone fireplace and wooden floors. The dining rooms seats 45 diners with…

The Barn @ The Allenberry Resort

  • 1559 Boiling Springs Road

The Barn, the flagship restaurant at The Allenberry Resort, offers fine casual dining in a restored 1778 building along the Yellow Breeches Creek. Guests will enjoy warm and cozy seating while dining…

Cafe Bruges

  • 16 North Pitt Street

The taste of Belgium in historic downtown Carlisle. Enjoy traditional Belgian food, beers and ales in a casual setting. Be sure to stop by for weekly beer tastings. Sunday brunch served from 10 am to…

Caffe 101

  • 101 Front Street

Located in heart of charming Boiling Springs, this cafe sits across from Children's Lake and offers an extensive menu featuring Mexican food. Enjoy indoor or outdoor dining.

Cassell's Grille

  • 5 West Pine Street

Family-owned and operated restaurant. Enjoy the terrific food in the casual tavern/bar area, the pleasant dining room, or the outdoor patio. The 20-seat bar has 6 flat-panel TVs tuned to the games…

Denim Coffee

  • 1 South Hanover Street

Denim Coffee's specialty coffee shop in downtown Carlisle, just down from the square, features a full espresso & specialty coffee menu, breakfast sandwiches, panini sandwiches, smoothies, baked…

Fay's Country Kitchen

  • 203 South Hanover Street

Fay's is known for their tasty home style cooking and generous portions. Their pancakes are a particular favorite among the locals. Stop by for breakfast or lunch. Be sure to bring cash. Fay's does…

Grazery

  • 156 West High Street

The menu is based on Greek and Mediterranean styles and features fresh and homemade sandwiches, soups and salads with vegetarian and vegan options. The Grazery also sells a selection of Mediterranean…

Hamilton Restaurant

  • 55 West High Street

Home of the famous "Hot-Chee" dog (hot dog, cheese, chili sauce, onions and mustard), the Hamilton is a classic Carlisle experience. Be sure to try the gravy fries and delicious milk shakes as well…

Issei Noodle

  • 54 West High Street

Delicious made-fresh-daily ramen and assorted noodles with quick, friendly service. Conveniently located in the heart of downtown Carlisle, within walking distance of Dickinson College. If you happen…

Passage to India

  • 26 N. Hanover Street

Located in the heart of historic downtown Carlisle, Passage to India serves traditional Indian cuisine. The menu offers a modern interpretation of classic dishes, using high-quality fresh ingredients.

Market Cross Pub & Brewery

  • 113 North Hanover Street

Named after a monument located in the town square of Carlisle, England, this family-owned restaurant offers English/American meals for lunch and dinner paired with over 250 varieties beer and ales…

Mount Fuji

  • 149 N. Hanover Street

Authentic Japanese cuisine. Offers an extensive menu including a great selection sushi. Fast, friendly service and reasonably priced. Eat in or dine out.

North Hanover Grille

  • 37 North Hanover Street

North Hanover Grille in downtown Carlisle features steaks, salads, wraps, sandwiches, seafood dishes and pastas. They also serve up daily specials and some of the best wings in town. The location has…

The Pizza Grille, Carlisle

  • 1007 Ritner Highway

Harrisburg Magazine's Simply the Best for 6 consecutive years. Stylish and casual location. Menu includes appetizers and soups, salads, specialty pizzas, pasta and sandwiches. Be sure to save room for…

Redd's Smokehouse BBQ

  • 109 North Hanover Street

Southern-cooked BBQ in central Pennsylvania. Quality, home-made meals at an inexpensive price, Redd's offers appetizers, sandwiches and sides. They smoke their meats with real Applewood that they…

Seve-N-Dots Publik Pizza Place

  • 40 E. Louther Street

Buy a traditional slice of cheese pizza or try something new like the pierogi pizza. Either way, you will enjoy the brick oven pizzas made with a special sauce recipe. Other menu items include salads…

Taqueria Laurita

  • 150 W. High Street

This small Mexican restaurant specializes in serving inexpensive, authentic Mexican cuisine, including tacos with fresh corn tortillas, empanadas, burritos, tamales, and more. There is a Weekly…

Nearby Events

You can find year-round fun in the Cumberland Valley with a number of family-friendly events. So whether it's a guided hike, a cooking class, or a holiday event, you can find it in Cumberland Valley.