Hiking Through the Beautiful Quebec Run Wild Area in Fayette County, PA
The Laurel Highlands region in southwestern PA is home to many fantastic hiking areas, but sadly, many of them can get a bit crowded. However, one great spot to visit …
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Hiking Through the Majestic Forest Cathedral in Cook Forest State Park
Pennsylvania literally translates to “Penn’s Woods”, named after the towering forests that once covered the state. However, after decades of logging, very few of these virgin forests remained. One spot, …
17 Fantastic Hikes in State College and the Surrounding Area
During my travels in PA, I’ve had a chance to do many incredible hikes in State College and Centre County, and I’m excited to share a few of my favorites …
How to Get to Quaker Falls Near New Castle, PA
Just half a mile from the Ohio border, Quaker Falls near New Castle, PA might be the westernmost waterfall in Pennsylvania. Located along Falling Spring Creek, a tributary of the …
9 Can’t Miss Swinging Bridges in PA
While some people hate them, I always love a good swinging bridge. And, during my travels, I’ve found some really cool swinging bridges in PA. Swinging bridges are a type …
Visiting Headache Hill in Prince Gallitzin State Park in Cambria County
I always love visiting new state parks, so I was excited when I finally had a chance to spend some time in Prince Gallitzin State Park in northern Cambria County, …
How to Get to Indian Wells Overlook in Rothrock State Forest
There are many great spots hidden away in Rothrock State Forest and one of the best is Indian Wells Overlook Indian Wells Overlook (which shouldn’t be confused with the nearby …
Hiking the Allegheny Front Trail to Ralph’s Pretty Good View and Ralph’s Majestic Vista
I always love great hikes to scenic vistas, and the hiking along the Allegheny Front Trail to Ralph’s Majestic Vista and onwards to Ralph’s Pretty Good View is a fantastic …
Hiking Through the Todd Nature Reserve in Butler County, PA
Located in the rural southeastern corner of Butler County, you’ll find one of the area’s best off-the-beaten-path hiking destinations, the Todd Nature Reserve. The Todd Nature Reserve is owned by …
Exploring the Abandoned Coburn Tunnel in Centre County, PA
I’m always on the lookout for abandoned places in PA that I can explore, so I was excited with I discovered the Coburn Tunnel, an abandoned railroad tunnel in Centre …