Hiking the Beautiful Trails at Nolde Forest Environmental Education Center
Located just a few miles south of Reading, PA, you’ll find the 600-acre Nolde Forest Environmental Education Center. One of the top things to do near Reading, PA. This area …
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Visiting Centralia: Pennsylvania’s Toxic Ghost Town
Located in a quiet valley of Columbia County, Pennsylvania, is one of the state’s least likely and least publicized tourist attractions: Centralia. What draws people to this out-of-the-way town isn’t …
Hiking the Falling Run Nature Trail in Goddard State Park
Located in northern Mercer County just east of I-79, you’ll find Maurice K. Goddard State Park. The park was open to the public and named after Maurice K. Goddard. Goddard …
Visiting the Incredible Lebo Vista in Lycoming County
The Pennsylvania Grand Canyon is one of the most awe-inspiring sights in Pennsylvania, and, thanks to its topography, there are many great vistas along this 47-mile gorge. Many of the …
27 of the Most Unique and Unusual Airbnbs in Pennsylvania
When I’m traveling around the state, I always love finding unique places to stay on sites like Vrbo and Airbnb. Pennsylvania, believe it or not, is home to a lot …
Roslyn Place in Pittsburgh: The Last Wooden Street in Pennsylvania
Did you know that Pittsburgh is home to the only remaining wooden street in Pennsylvania and one of the only wooden streets in the entire United States? Roslyn Place is …
Exploring Ancient Life at the Hoverter and Sholl Box Huckleberry Natural Area in Perry County
There are many natural wonders of Pennsylvania, but one of the most incredible has to be the state’s ancient box huckleberry plants. While there is one box huckleberry in PA, …
Exploring the Abandoned Camp Michaux World War 2 Prison of War Camp in Cumberland County
Did you know that Cumberland County, Pennsylvania was home to a prisoner of war camp during World War 2? That’s right, Camp Michaux, as it was known, was a secret …
Visiting the Lesher Poultry Farm Sunflower Field in Chambersburg (Updated for 2025)
One of the most popular late-summer activities is visiting sunflower fields in Pennsylvania. These beautiful fields can be found throughout the state, and while they are typically grown for making …
12 Fun Zoos in PA to Visit
If you love animals, you’re in luck because there are plenty of fantastic zoos in Pennsylvania that are worth checking out. These spots are scattered throughout the state and offer …