If you’re a Penn State visitor or student, explore these nine awesome state parks near State College! State College, PA is known best for being the home of Penn State, but did you know it’s close to NINE state parks?? These state parks have a ton to offer every type of visitor – from hikers …
If you’ve always wanted to walk behind a waterfall, Buttermilk Falls in Indiana County, PA is for you! Visiting Buttermilk Falls Buttermilk Falls is one of my favorite waterfalls in Pennsylvania. It’s so unique! It’s 45 feet tall, making it one of the tallest waterfalls in Western PA. New construction allows visitors to walk behind …
If you love your hikes to come with a side of history, ruins, and beautiful trails, Dead Man’s Hollow is for you! Read on to learn more about Dead Man’s Hollow Conservation Area! Dead Man’s Hollow is a 450 acre conservation area located near McKeesport, PA. The hollow boasts eight miles of trails and is …
Check out this list of Pennsylvania state parks near Pittsburgh if you love visiting state parks! State Parks in Pittsburgh Point State Park Located in downtown Pittsburgh, Point State Park is an urban park at the confluence of the Monongahaela and Allegheny rivers. Featuring a tall fountain, this is a great place to take a …
Looking for trail close to Pittsburgh? Churchill Valley, a former golf course, is fifteen minutes from downtown Pittsburgh. Read for more tips about hiking this unique space! Hiking at Churchill Valley Note: Allegheny Land Trust recently acquired this greenspace. The group has planned a lot of restoration and maintenance that is not complete. Be careful …
Want to do something totally different in Western Pennsylvania? Visiting Rockland Tunnel in Venango County is for you. This relic of the age of railroads has transformed into an admittedly creepy must-visit attraction. Read on for more! History of the Rockland Tunnel The Rockland Tunnel was formerly called the Woodhill Tunnel. The tunnel was created …
Freedom Falls in Venango County is one of the best waterfalls in Pennsylvania and one of the coolest ones I’ve seen in the US. Read on for more tips on how to get there, best viewing spots, and nearby attractions! I love waterfalls. Freedom Falls is definitely one of the coolest waterfalls I’ve seen in …
Looking to visit Cook Forest State Park? Read on for the best things to see and do in the park and how to maximize your visit! Visiting Cook Forest State Park The 8,500 acre Cook Forest State Park is located in northwestern PA. It is 11 miles away from Clear Creek State Park and Clear …
Looking to visit Oil Creek State Park? Read on for the best things to see and do in the park and how to maximize your visit! Visiting Oil Creek State Park This post focuses mostly on trails in Oil Creek State Park. If you’re looking for more history, check out Jim Cheney’s post about the …
Bendigo State Park may be one of the smaller of Pennsylvania’s State Parks, but is very beautiful. Read on for more information about the park’s amenities! Bendigo State Park Amenities Bendigo State Park is a 100 acre park located in Elk County, Pennsylvania. It sits in a small valley that the East Branch of the …