Tucked away in the southwest corner of Pennsylvania, explore the charms of Greene County, where outdoor activities, American history, natural beauty, and quirky attractions provide a vacation like no other. From its storied celebrations to ghostly legends and pastoral landscapes, there’s plenty here to surprise and delight, whether you escape for a longer getaway or make it an easy day trip from Pittsburgh, about an hour drive away.
1. Walk along a 5,000-year-old Native American trail
Stroll part of the 67-mile Warrior Trail, a historic path once used by Indigenous people for hunting and trading. Access the trail any place it intersects a road and follow the trail by spotting yellow dots on trees and mileposts.
2. Go wine tasting on a historic farm
In Jefferson, experience the serenity of a rural farm owned by the same family since 1892. This is where you’ll find Thistlethwaite Vineyards, which grows 10 varieties of French-hybrid grapes. Stop in for a wine tasting and to take in the scenery.
3. Celebrate rainy weather
For some people, a rainy day might spoil a vacation, but on July 29th in Waynesburg, it’s a reason to celebrate. Attend the annual Rain Day Festival, which began in the late 1800s and continues today with live music, food vendors, arts and crafts, and the quirky "hat bet," where the local mayor wagers with celebrities on the chance of rain.
4. Pour your own custom candle
Enjoy the charming setting of a historic building while creating your own candle—from choosing the vessel to mixing your own scents—at Hideaway Candle Bar in Waynesburg.