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Category: Hiking

11 Exciting Counties. Unlimited Summer Adventure.

Upstate PA provides some of the most dramatic scenery and landscapes in Pennsylvania. This mountainous area with forests and steep peaks is home to tranquil communities and state parks with unmatched natural beauty. Drive around and you'll find bustling towns like Scranton and Wilkes-Barre or…

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Green Experiences in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania’s commitment to the preservation of its prized natural resources is exhibited by its many environmentally-friendly facilities and opportunities for visitors to connect with nature. Get inspired at these earth-friendly attractions, including many buildings with the U.S. Green Building…

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Outdoor Recreation, Rural Charm and Rich History in Greene County

Nestled in the southwestern corner of Pennsylvania, Greene County is home to spectacular natural beauty, pastoral landscapes, rich local heritage, and small-town charm. Bring your friends and family for a getaway to the country to explore hiking trails and parks, visit family-owned farms and…

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Get Outdoors in the City at these 10 Urban Trails

Who says you can’t experience the great outdoors while living out your big city dreams? Pennsylvania’s urban trails are waiting, and it’s time to take a break from the hustle and bustle of city life on your next visit! Join PA's Travel Newsletter 1. THREE RIVERS HERITAGE TRAIL Pittsburgh See…

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State parks are plentiful in PA

With more than half the land of Pennsylvania covered in state forest and 125 parks to choose from, there is no shortage of breathtaking landscape for outdoor enthusiasts to explore. Pennsylvania’s first state park, Valley Forge State Park (now part of the National Park System), opened in 1893 with a…

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Fall Into Pittsburgh and Its Countryside

Recreational activities coupled with spectacular autumn scenery make Pittsburgh and Its Countryside an ideal getaway. Leaves turn. Sunsets linger. Pumpkins ripen for carving. Feel the cool winds of Pittsburgh and Its Countryside urging you to get outdoors this fall and enjoy. From hiking and biking…

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Searching for the Ancients

When John Cook settled near the Clarion River in 1828 and began his logging career, he left many of the area's towering white pines and hemlocks alone. So did his son and his grandson, and when I needed a peaceful getaway, I went looking for this rare, 350-year-old forest monument. We're standing…

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Perfect Perch of the Bald Eagle

Watching feathered friends in eco-friendly comfort at Bald Eagle State Park’s Nature Inn. SNORT-HUFF-shriek-hrrmph. The night sound interrupts our chat. Sarah, a mother from Philly, and I sit before a crackling fire at the Nature Inn at Bald Eagle, midway up the ridge with the inn behind us. Below…

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Abandoned Places in Pennsylvania

There’s no need to travel far to see abandoned settlements and industrial ruins. We have plenty of amazing sites right here in the Keystone State! Explore some off-the-beaten paths, now uninhabited places that are guaranteed to pique your curiosity. Join PA's Travel Newsletter 1. Bethlehem…

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