Hiking the Nature Trail at Poe Valley State Park in Centre County, PA
Hidden away deep in the middle of Bald Eagle State Forest in southeastern Centre County, you’ll find Poe Valley State Park. This park is just over 600 acres in size …
The Alleghenies
Hiking Through the Beautiful and Diverse Shingletown Gap in State College
Located just 15 minutes south of State College, you’ll find one of the top hidden gems of the Allegheny Mountains: Shingletown Gap. Shingletown Gap is located at the northern tip …
How to Get to Cabbage Creek Falls in Roaring Spring’s Shawnee Park
The charming borough of Roaring Spring, PA is likely best known for its popular springwater. However, did you know that just outside of town there is a small but easy-to-reach …
6 Fantastic Breweries in Altoona and Blair County, PA
Whether you’re exploring Altoona for its railroad history, its interesting pizza style, or its many great outdoor attractions, there are a lot of great spots to check out in this …
Visiting Blue Knob in Bedford County: The Second Highest Spot in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is home to many high-elevation spots, but only one holds the title of the second-highest point in PA: Blue Knob. Blue Knob, which is located in northern Bedford County …
Family Fun at Discovery Space in State College
Pennsylvania is home to many fun children’s museums, and if you looking for a great one to check out in the Allgehnies Region of Pennsylvania, look no further than Discovery …
Hiking the Railroad Arch Trail in Buchanan State Forest to Amazing Ruins
I’ve written about well over 1,000 different places in PA on this site, and none have been more popular than the Abandoned Pennsylvania Turnpike in Buchanan State Forest. However, when …
Altoona-Style Pizza: One of PA’s Most Interesting Culinary Delicacies
I’ve tried many different varieties of pizza in my life including New York pizza, Chicago deep dish, Old Forge pizza, Ohio Valley Pizza in Pittsburgh, and even real Italian pizza …
7 Incredible Roadside Scenic Overlooks in Bald Eagle State Forest
Bald Eagle State Forest is a massive forest, comprising nearly 200,000 acres across five counties in the middle of Pennsylvania. Within this non-contiguous parcel of land, there are many fantastic …
Exploring the Abandoned German POW Camp in Buchanan State Forest
Pennsylvania is dotted with many incredibly historic spots, and there are even a fair number of abandoned places in PA that you can explore. However, few know that the state …