Visiting the Betsy Ross House in Philadelphia, PA
The story of Betsy Ross and the sewing of the first American flag is one of the most well-known stories of the Revolutionary War. As the story goes, George Washington …
15 Great Things to Do at Presque Isle State Park in Erie, PA
In many ways, Presque Isle State Park seems like God’s apology to Erie for the area’s terrible winters. That’s because Presque Isle is a summer playground that offers a ton …
Uncovering the Best of Westmoreland County with the Westmoreland Heritage Passport (Sponsored)
Note: This post is brought to you by Westmoreland Heritage, but all opinions expressed are my own. During my six years of traveling Pennsylvania, I’ve been continually amazed at how …
Pennsylvania Waterfalls: The Waterfalls of Rock Run in PA’s McIntyre Wild Area
Rock Run, located in McIntrye Wild Area of Loyalsock State Forest near Ralston in Lycoming County, is one of the most beautiful streams in all of Pennsylvania. The waters of …
Exploring the Beauty of Phipps Conservatory in Pittsburgh
I’ve spent a lot of time exploring the natural beauty of southwestern Pennsylvania, but until recently, I hadn’t visited anywhere in the region quite like Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. …
The 7 Best Ohiopyle Restaurants When Visiting the Park
Without a doubt, one of my favorite parks in all of Pennsylvania is Ohiopyle State Park. Not only is this park filled with amazing waterfalls and great white water rafting, …
Climbing the Presque Isle Lighthouse in Erie
Maritime industries have always been important to the life and economy of Erie in Pennsylvania’s northwestern corner. However, the waters of Lake Erie are quite treacherous and they have claimed …
15 Awesome Spots to Go Hiking Near Philadelphia
While Philly is a city known for its world-changing history, great food, and amazing museums, there are also a ton of great spots to go hiking near Philadelphia. The destinations …
Learning About Presque Isle at the Tom Ridge Environmental Center in Erie
Long before my first visit to Erie, I was told many times that I had to visit Presque Isle State Park. With more than four million visitors each year, Presque …
How to Get to Chimney Hollow Falls in the PA Grand Canyon
Located in north-central PA, the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon is an area known for its amazing vistas and challenging hiking trails. And, while a few of its waterfalls are well known, …