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Viaduct Valley Way

Route: 92, Susquehanna County, East of I-81

Just outside the Endless Mountains, take this nice, relaxing drive through the wooded vistas of Susquehanna County. Stop and admire the Starrucca Viaduct, the oldest stone railroad bridge still in use in the Commonwealth. Everything about the Starrucca Viaduct is extreme: 1,200 feet long and 110 feet high, and at a construction cost of $320,000, it was the most expensive railroad bridge in the world when it was built. Slender piers and graceful arches belie its mighty strength; this bridge is a perfect marriage of elegance and brawn.

All along this Byway you can hike on trails, go antiquing, or ride a horse. There are also plenty of places to fish, ski, kayak, and canoe, so pack accordingly. Check out the museum of the Susquehanna Depot Historical Society, where artifacts and exhibits bring the local lore to life. The Florence Shelly Preserve is also a great place to visit. Stroll amid more than 300 acres of plants, animals, and birds.

Length: 37.3 miles
Time to Allow: 2 days

Kayaking Western PA
Submitted By: Jeff & Kym Christy
Last year, at the age of 52, my wife and I, and friends started kayaking the streams, rivers and lakes of Western PA. We came across this old dam on Henry Run while kayaking the Clarion River this past Memorial Day weekend. There are numerous remote, scenic areas that can only be explored from the water, not to mention the relaxation experienced floating down a lazy stream. PA has stunning beauty if we just stop and look around.
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The weekend prior we did Jim Thorpe, PA, the coolest little town in the state. For Memorial Day we went to where it all began: Philly! The Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, our beloved Phillies and, of course, a "Whiz Wit" at Pat's. The next day was the amazing Art Museum, and, oh yeah, shocking my girlfriend at LOVE Park!
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National Road
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When we head East for vacation, we always take this old road. The scenery is beautiful, and we like seeing the old highway markers. It's a lot less stressful than the big highways.
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