Hiking Through the Beautiful Hawk Mountain Sanctuary in Berks County
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary in Berks County has long been on my list of places to go hiking, and I was excited to finally visit in October 2024, just in time …
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7 Great Spots to See Wild Elk in Pennsylvania
Did you know that Pennsylvania has the largest wild elk herd in the northeastern US? Estimated at approximately 1,400 individuals, this herd grew out of repopulation efforts that began in …
15 of the Best Fall Festivals in PA (Updated for 2025)
Thanks to Pennsylvania’s varied landscape and diversity of trees, there are few places in the world that are better for fall foliage. And, for those that want to experience all …
Hiking to Washboard Falls at Camp Guyasuta near Pittsburgh
I’m always on the lookout for new waterfalls to visit. So, when I found out about a little-known waterfall at Camp Guysuta just minutes from downtown Pittsburgh, I knew I …
How to Get to the Salisbury Viaduct in Somerset County, PA
The Great Allegheny Passage is one of the PA’s best bicycle trails, and one of my favorite spots along the trail is the Salisbury Viaduct in Somerset County, PA. The …
Visiting Carley Brook Falls and Black and Brass Coffee Roasting in Honesdale, PA
Two of my favorite things are waterfalls and coffee, so when I found I could combine them together in the Poconos, I knew I needed to check them out. Located …
Exploring the Tranquil Sizerville State Park in the PA Wilds
I always love exploring new-to-me state parks in rural parts of PA, so I was excited to finally have a chance to check Sizerville State Park off my list. Sizerville …
Hiking the Trillium Trail near Pittsburgh, PA
There are many great spots to see wildflowers in PA, but one of the hidden gems is the Trillium Trail in Allegheny County. The Trillium Trail is a bit of …
Hiking the Lakeside Trail at Cowans Gap State Park in Fulton County, PA
Long before I started this site, Cowans Gap State Park was the first state park I ever visited in PA, checking it out on a camping trip with friends when …
Exploring Penn-Roosevelt State Park in Centre County, PA
Pennsylvania is home to many incredible state parks with a myriad of things to do. Penn-Roosevelt State Park in Centre County is not one such park. However, for those that …