Spruce Flats Bog: Hiking to a Unique High-Elevation Bog
When I’m traveling around Pennsylvania, I always love finding unique natural spots, and Spruce Flats Bog in the Laurel Highlands definitely fits the bill. Spruce Flats Bog is located in …
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16 of the Most Beautiful Spots to See Fall Foliage in the Laurel Highlands
While there is incredible fall foliage in all of Pennsylvania, there are few places that I love visiting more in autumn than the Laurel Highlands. This three-county region in southwestern …
How to Get to Stewarton Falls in Fayette County, PA
There are many popular and well-known waterfalls in the Laurel Highlands, but there are still a few hidden gems to be discovered. One of these is Stewarton Falls. Stewarton Falls …
How to Get to the Incredible Beam Rocks in Forbes State Forest
Pennsylvania is home to many incredible scenic overlooks. However, many of these require long or difficult hikes to reach. A few, however, like Beam Rocks in the Laurel Highlands, can …
The 15 Best Things to Do in Ohiopyle State Park
There are more than 120 state parks in Pennsylvania, but Ohiopyle State Park in the Laurel Highlands is among my absolute favorites. I’ve visited this great park more than just …
Exploring Incredible Artistry at the Westmoreland Museum of American Art
The Laurel Highlands is a region known for its incredible natural beauty, but if you are looking to also get a bit of artistic culture, the Westmoreland Museum of American …
How to Get to Great Passage Falls Near Connellsville
The Great Allegheny Passage (GAP) is a 150-mile rail trail that stretches from Cumberland, Maryland to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Having biked the entire route, I can say that, without question, the …
Touring the Frank Lloyd Wright Homes at Polymath Park
When you think of Frank Lloyd Wright-designed buildings in Pennsylvania, it’s likely that the amazing Fallingwater, Kentuck Knob, and Beth Sholom Synagogue come to mind. However, those are just two …
Packsaddle Covered Bridge: The Only Pennsylvania Covered Bridge with a Waterfall
There are just over 200 covered bridges in Pennsylvania, but only one of them features a natural waterfall directly below it: Packsaddle Covered Bridge. Packsaddle Covered Bridge is located in …
Visiting the 10 Historic Covered Bridges in Somerset County, PA
While Somerset County might not be home to the most covered bridges of any county in Pennsylvania, the 10 bridges in the county are some of the most beautiful you’ll find …