Hiking to the Governor Dick Observation Tower near Mount Gretna
I’m always on the lookout for great new hikes, especially ones that have a unique feature along the trail. So, when I recently visited Cornwall Iron Furnace, I was excited …
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5 Ways to Experience Raystown Lake Without a Boat
As far as summer destinations in Pennsylvania go, Raystown Lake in Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania, is just about perfect. In fact, it’s one of my favorite counties in Pennsylvania for outdoor …
Pennsylvania Waterfalls: Visiting the Waterfalls of Slateford Creek
Every once in a while, I come across a previously unknown-to-me stream that’s home to multiple waterfalls. And, in an effort to share the best undiscovered places with you, I …
Exploring Philadelphia’s Overgrown Burial Grounds: Mount Moriah Cemetery
There’s something eerie about Mount Moriah Cemetery. Even visiting in the middle of a beautiful spring day, the cemetery seems foreboding. If this was a Hollywood movie set, danger would …
Pennsylvania Waterfalls: How to Get to Hawk Falls in Hickory Run State Park
The Poconos is well known as one of Pennsylvania’s best outdoor destinations. And, outdoor enthusiasts flock to the Delaware Water Gap and Glen Okono near Jim Thorpe to see some of …
10 Awesome Pennsylvania Waterfalls for People who Hate Hiking
Pennsylvania has hundreds of beautiful waterfalls scattered throughout the entire state. However, many of these waterfalls are hidden away in public lands, far from the nearest parking area. So, what …
Visiting the Covered Bridges in Carbon County, PA
Visiting Carbon County, Pennsylvania, has been near the top of my to-do list for a while. I’ve always heard great things about the county, but I’d never had the chance …
Pennsylvania Waterfalls: The Waterfalls of Glen Leigh in Ricketts Glen State Park
There’s no doubt that Glen Leigh in Ricketts Glen State Park is one of the most beautiful sections of water in the entire state. In the 0.7 miles from Waters …
Pennsylvania Waterfalls: The Falls Below Waters Meet at Ricketts Glen State Park
The area between Route 118 and Waters Meet at Ricketts Glen State Park is only home to three waterfalls. And, while this might be the section of the Falls Trail …
Pennsylvania Waterfalls: The Waterfalls of Ganoga Glen in Ricketts Glen State Park
Of all the trails I’ve hiked in Pennsylvania, I don’t think there’s anywhere better than the Falls Trail in Ricketts Glen State Park. And, if I had to pick a …