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Category: Family Getaways

10 Lesser-Known State Parks Worth an Outdoor Adventure

Hoping to avoid the crowds while still getting out and exploring the great outdoors? It may be easier than you think! Pennsylvania boasts 125 free state parks, that’s more than 300,000 acres calling your name. Hike, birdwatch, picnic, fish, camp, boat, or more at these lesser-known state parks that…

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5 Island Camping Getaways You Can Escape to this Summer

Summer is just around the corner, which means there’s plenty of time for your next outdoor adventure! And what better way to escape the hustle and bustle than a relaxing weekend retreat on your own island? Each campsite offers unique amenities and activities. There are hiking, biking, and kayaking…

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20 Cabins & Campgrounds to Escape to in the Allegheny National Forest

You can explore Mother Nature’s playground for days on end when you rent a cabin or campsite in the Allegheny National Forest (ANF) or a nearby Pennsylvania State Park. You’ll find cabins ranging from primitive and rustic to deluxe and luxurious, along with and scenic campgrounds offering both tent…

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Private Campgrounds in PA

Travelers, what better way to get into nature than with a private campground getaway for you and the family to enjoy?! We have 38 private campgrounds to help you find where to camp in PA. Join PA's Travel Newsletter 1. YOGI BEAR'S JELLYSTONE PARK AT KOZY REST Butler County Named National Park…

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Give it a Rest: Unique Lodging in PA

For some, lodging is simply a place to rest weary heads between travel experiences – but many Pennsylvania hotels, lodges, and bed and breakfasts are truly destinations in themselves. So, pack your overnight bag and get ready for a special adventure at one of these unique accommodations. Join…

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Kayaking Pennsylvania: Small Kayaks Tackle a Great Lake

My grandkids know I’ve never paddled a kayak, particularly in the sometimes treacherous lake. But that doesn’t keep me from signing up for the Lake Erie Sojourn, Pennsylvania’s first open water event. I picture registration to be filled with 20-something jocks, periodically dropping down for 100…

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Stunning Lakeside Views on Lake Erie

The shores of Lake Erie offers a whole host of overnight options from private cabins and cottages to upscale hotels for your summer vacation. For Happy Travelers, who believe bigger is better – Erie has something Great instore. To bring your vacation vision to life, we’ve gathered a list of…

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Setting Sail in PA

Are you a Happy Traveler who is looking to unfurl a sail and let the wind power your voyage? Well, we hear you, and that’s why we scouted our state parks to find the best lakes for wind-powered nautical thrills. Home to more than 5,132 miles of rivers and streams on state forest land, Pennsylvania’s…

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