13 Colorful Spots to View Fall Foliage Near Harrisburg
As a resident of the Harrisburg area, I’m always on the lookout for great spots to visit to enjoy the region’s natural beauty. That also means that I’ve had a …
Dauphin County
Hidden History: Inside the Abandoned Historic Harrisburg State Hospital
Perched on a hillside just north of downtown Harrisburg, you’ll find what remains of the largely abandoned Harrisburg State Hospital. Opened in 1851 as the Pennsylvania State Lunatic Hospital, this …
Walking Through the Festive Village of Lights near Elizabethtown
Note: Village of Lights will not be running in 2025. I am leaving this article up for posterity and in hopes it will return in 2026. While Hershey is known …
19 of the Best Things to Do in Hershey, PA
Known as the Sweetest Place on Earth, there are many fun things to do in Hershey, PA. Surrounding the farmland and chocolate factories that dominate this corner of Dauphin County, …
Watching a Harrisburg Senators Baseball Game on City Island: Everything You Need to Know
During my travels around PA, I always enjoy visiting the many great baseball stadiums in the state. And while I quite enjoy catching MLB games at the stadiums in Philadelphia …
10 Great Things to Do at Christmas in Harrisburg, Hershey, and the Surrounding Area
There is a lot to love about Christmas in Harrisburg, Hershey, and the surrounding area. Without a doubt, there are enough holiday events and activities to do in the region …
Going on a Safari at Lake Tobias Wildlife Park near Harrisburg
Located north of Harrisburg, Lake Tobias Wildlife Park is one of the most unique zoos in Pennsylvania. That’s because this park is not only home to a traditional zoo but …
Indian Echo Caverns: Mystery and Beauty Underground
In 1919, five boys entered a cave near Hummelstown along Swatara Creek. This in itself was not such an unusual occurrence as people had been coming in and out of …
Hiking at Boyd Big Tree Preserve Near Harrisburg
There are a lot of great outdoor areas to explore in Harrisburg, but one of my favorites has to be Boyd Big Tree Preserve Conservation Area. Despite its name, Boyd …
Masa Authentic Mexican’s Taco Truck: The Best Mexican Food in Harrisburg
When I moved to Harrisburg in the fall of 2012, I had no idea that the city’s food scene was so awesome. However, amidst all the wonderful restaurants and breweries …