Over the 229 miles that the Appalachian Trail cuts through Pennsylvania, there are many great day hikes along the main path and connecting trails. These short hikes offer visitors a …
Harrisburg gets a bad rap for being an ugly city. While it might not have a captivating skyline like Philadelphia or Pittsburgh, and it might lack the charm of some of …
When it comes to dam failures in Pennsylvania, the story of the Johnstown Flood is very well known. However, few know about Austin Dam. The ruins of Austin Dam sit …
South-central Pennsylvania isn’t an area known for waterfalls. In fact, between the banks of the Susquehanna River in York County and the Laurel Highlands, there are only a small handful …
When it comes to outdoor attractions in the Poconos, the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area in the eastern corner of the region gets the most attention. However, the western …
Bucks County, Pennsylvania, is home to 12 historic covered bridges. Most of these are located in Central and Upper Bucks County. However, if you are wanting to see historic covered …
South-central Pennsylvania isn’t an area known for its towering waterfalls. However, ever since I’d stumbled across the two waterfalls on Mill Creek, I’d heard rumors of other waterfalls in York …
Lake Wallenpaupack was at one time the largest lake entirely within Pennsylvania. While it has lost that crown to Raystown Lake, it is still one of the largest lakes in …
Note: As of late June 2017, I have received reports that there are now “No Trespassing” signs at this waterfall. However, I have not personally confirmed this. Please respect private …
Located a few miles south of Johnstown, Pennsylvania, is one of the oddest destinations in the state: the Abandoned Trolley Graveyard. Officially known as the Vintage Electric Streetcar Company, this …