If you’re visiting Philadelphia but want a taste of nature, Ridley Creek is for you! Ridley Creek State Park trails are varied and the park has many options for all levels of nature lovers. About Ridley Creek State Park Ridley Creek is an over 2,600-acre park located in Delaware County, PA. The park is bisected …
Pittsburgh is a bustling metropolitan area, but did you know that there are some beautiful waterfalls close by? Keep reading to find some awesome waterfalls in PA near Pittsburgh! Note that some of these may be dependent on season (and require snowmelt or rainfall) to be more than a trickle. If you have any questions …
Fall Run Park is a twenty-foot tall waterfall only fifteen minutes from downtown Pittsburgh.Read on for more tips on how to visit Fall Run Park, home of Pittsburgh’s closest waterfall! Love waterfalls? Check out this list of Best Waterfalls Near Pittsburgh! Visiting Pittsburgh for a short time but still want to experience nature? Hiking to …
Looking to visit Marsh Creek State Park? Check out my guide to the park! About Marsh Creek State Park Marsh Creek State Park is a 1,785-acre park in northern Chester County, PA. The park contains the Marsh Creek Lake, where park-goers can fish, sail, and enjoy birdwatching. Marsh Creek is open every day of the …
Are you a busy day hiker who only wants to visit the best hikes near Pittsburgh? Me too! As a hiker with a full time job, I need to minimize my travel time to maximize my outdoor time! But I don’t want to do trails that stink just because I need to stay close to …
Looking to get outside the bustle of Pittsburgh, but not drive too far? Check out the awesome trails in North Park! North Park Trails North Park offers 43 miles of trails for walking, hiking, bike riding, and mountain biking. Additionally, the Rachel Carson Trail runs through North Park. North Park Lake Shore Loop This is …
McConnells Mill State Park covers over 2,500 acres of the Slippery Rock Creek Gorge. The park features this scenic gorge with a restored watermill and covered bridge. McConnells Mill trails are some of the best that Pennsylvania has to offer. Read on to learn more about the awesome trails at McConnells Mill! Looking for more …
You won’t believe you’re in the middle of a major city when hiking Frick Park’s trails! Read on for a history of the park and trail recommendations for every level of hiker. I love Frick Park. My love affair first began when I visited my in-laws and was able to run to the park from …
Wetmore Trail in Cuyahoga Valley National Park is a lovely hike any time of year! About Wetmore Trails Wetmore is a multi-use section of the CVNP. This means hikers, snowshoers and equestrians all have use of the trail. (Note – if you’re hiking, you need to yield to horses, as they have the right of …
Read on to learn more about The Buckeye Trail – Ohio’s longest trail! About the Buckeye Trail What is the Buckeye Trail and how long is the Buckeye Trail? The Buckeye Trail is a 1,444-mile trail that circumnavigates Ohio. The trail is on both wooded trail and road, however, the road sections are being redirected …