Biking the Little Toby Creek Trail to an Amazing Swinging Bridge
While I enjoy riding my bicycle along Pennsylvania’s many great rail trails, I’m always especially on the lookout for rail trails that offer great spots to check out along the …
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Hiking the Sunken Garden Trail in Moraine State Park
Moraine State Park is an incredibly beautiful spot north of Pittsburgh that is a mecca for outdoor recreation. And, if you’re looking for a hike in the park, one of …
Visiting Sunny B’s Sunflower Field in Knox, PA: Everything You Need to Know (Updated for 2025)
Note: Sunny B’s will not be opening for 2025, and I’m told that it is unlikely they will plant again in the future. I’ll leave this article up for posterity, …
How to Get to the Waterfall in Pittsburgh’s Settler’s Cabin Park
If you’re in western PA and love the outdoors, you’re in luck because there are many great parks in the Pittsburgh area. And, within these parks lie some hidden gems, …
Hiking Through Reeds Gap State Park in Mifflin County
Pennsylvania is home to more than 120 state parks, and while some of these are well known, others are often very quiet. Reeds Gap State Park in Mifflin County is …
Hiking the Surprisingly Awesome Seldom Seen Greenway in Pittsburgh
There are many outdoor destinations that are well known in the Pittsburgh area. However, there are still hidden gems to be found, one of which is the Seldom Seen Greenway. …
Hiking the Mount Misery Trails to the Abandoned Colonial Springs Bottling Plant at Valley Forge
There are few spots in Pennsylvania that are more well know than Valley Forge National Historical Park a short distance outside of Philadelphia. And, while there is a lot of …
10 Great Hiking Trails Near Cherry Springs State Park
Cherry Springs State Park is one of the most popular state parks in Pennsylvania thanks to its amazing night sky. However, if you are looking for things to do near …
5 Fantastic Things to Do at Greenwood Furnace State Park
Greenwood Furnace State Park in northern Huntingdon County is one of the most beautiful and historic state parks in Pennsylvania. Greenwood Furnace State Park was established in 1921 as Greenwood …
13 of the Best Waterfall Hikes in PA
There are hundreds of beautiful Pennsylvania waterfalls scattered throughout the state. Some of these are roadside waterfalls while others require long hikes to see. While the waterfall hikes in PA …