During the lumber boom of the 19th century, the vast majority of Pennsylvania’s forests were chopped down. This means that most of the forested land in PA is second-growth and, …
I’m always on the lookout for amazing scenic overlooks in PA, and I especially enjoy finding ones that are both easy to reach and offer something unique. The Overlook Tower …
Ohiopyle State Park is one of the best and most popular parks in Pennsylvania. However, unlike many parks, there is no beach or swimming pool to cool off in on …
Ohiopyle State Park in southwestern PA is one of my favorite parks in the state. Unfortunately, many of the park’s biggest attractions, namely Ohiopyle Falls, Cucumber Falls, and the Natural …
When I’m traveling around Pennsylvania, I always love finding unique natural spots, and Spruce Flats Bog in the Laurel Highlands definitely fits the bill. Spruce Flats Bog is located in …
While there is incredible fall foliage in all of Pennsylvania, there are few places that I love visiting more in autumn than the Laurel Highlands. This three-county region in southwestern …
There are many popular and well-known waterfalls in the Laurel Highlands, but there are still a few hidden gems to be discovered. One of these is Stewarton Falls. Stewarton Falls …
Pennsylvania is home to many incredible scenic overlooks. However, many of these require long or difficult hikes to reach. A few, however, like Beam Rocks in the Laurel Highlands, can …
There are more than 120 state parks in Pennsylvania, but Ohiopyle State Park in the Laurel Highlands is among my absolute favorites. I’ve visited this great park more than just …
The Great Allegheny Passage (GAP) is a 150-mile rail trail that stretches from Cumberland, Maryland to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Having biked the entire route, I can say that, without question, the …