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Category: Rails to Trails

Family-Friendly Trip Ideas in PA

Grab the kids, pack up the car, and plan the ultimate Great American Spring Break here in PA. No matter what type of adventure your family is looking for this March – from an educational itinerary to thrilling trail adventures to making a big splash at the nation’s best indoor water parks – there…

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Miniature Displays and Experiences in PA

Celebrate the seasons and PA history with meticulous miniature model displays and experiences throughout the state. Toy train enthusiasts, history buffs, and holiday tradition seekers are on the right track with these fun and small but mighty destinations. Join PA's Travel Newsletter 1…

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Cycling the One-of-a-Kind Great Allegheny Passage

By Cindy Ross, Travel Author, Cindy Ross Traveler In this new era of Covid-19, rail trails seem to be one of the safest places to recreate. Exercising in the great outdoors is an excellent way to stay healthy, alleviate stress, and find enjoyment in life. When passing others coming from the opposite…

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Cycling the One-of-a-Kind Great Allegheny Passage

In this new era of Covid-19, rail trails seem to be one of the safest places to recreate. Exercising in the great outdoors is an excellent way to stay healthy, alleviate stress, and find enjoyment in life. When passing others coming from the opposite direction, consider offering a wave instead of…

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Must-Ride Gravel Bike Trails in PA

Searching for the best gravel bike trails in Pennsylvania? You’ll find no shortage of options—just fewer crowds and more character. Across the state, gravel cycling routes weave through state forests, river valleys, and small towns that feel refreshingly off the map. Whether you’re planning a…

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The Raystown Lake Region of PA

The 8,300-acre, 30-mile long Raystown Lake was created in the early 1970s and is a popular water destination for fisherman, boaters, kayakers, and all water enthusiasts. The Raystown Lake Recreation Area welcomes nearly 2 million visitors per year to the lake and the public land surrounding it for…

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Heart-Pumping Mountain Bike Trails

Pennsylvania knows its outdoor enthusiasts embrace adventures and challenges of all kinds in the wilderness. Experience breathtaking mountain biking trails, including a number rated “epic” by the International Mountain Biking Association (IMBA) in PA’s greater-than-great outdoors! Join PA's…

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Pet-Friendly Hiking Trails in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania’s outdoor oases are perfect for travelers and their four-legged friends. Play fetch, splash around in nearby ponds and creeks, or wander off the beaten path with your pet to experience the state’s amazing countryside. In fact, Pennsylvania allows dogs at more than 50 state parks across…

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The Most Instagram-Worthy Fall Foliage Spots

We’re pretty proud of the fact that we rock all four seasons, but there’s something about fall in PA that’s just, well, fallier. With picture-picture backdrops that will claim your next viral Instagram post, Pennsylvania is filled with vibrant landscapes and distinctive shots that proclaim your…

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Things to Do in Allegheny National Forest

The Allegheny National Forest is a half-million acre playground for wildlife viewing, cultural history and outdoor recreation To be among the ancients–some of the oldest and largest tracts of virgin hemlock and pine–is at once biological and mystical. There spread across the rugged plateau of…

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