Hiking to Jones Mill Run Dam in Laurel Hill State Park
Laurel Hill State Park is one of my favorite places to explore in southwestern PA, and one of my favorite spots to visit in the park is Jones Mill Run …
Somerset County
Hiking the Hemlock Trail in Laurel Hill State Park to See Its Massive Trees
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, …
Hiking to the Stunning Overlook Tower in Laurel Hill State Park
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 …
How to Get to the Incredible Beam Rocks in Forbes State Forest
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 …
Packsaddle Covered Bridge: The Only Pennsylvania Covered Bridge with a Waterfall
There are just over 200 covered bridges in Pennsylvania, but only one of them features a natural waterfall directly below it: Packsaddle Covered Bridge. Packsaddle Covered Bridge is located in …
Visiting the 10 Historic Covered Bridges in Somerset County, PA
While Somerset County might not be home to the most covered bridges of any county in Pennsylvania, the 10 bridges in the county are some of the most beautiful you’ll find …
Visiting Mount Davis: The Tallest Mountain in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is home to many mountains and rolling hills, but have you ever wondered what is the highest point in Pennsylvania? Mount Davis in PA’s Somerset County has the distinction …
5 Fun Things to Do in Kooser State Park
Kooser State Park in western Somerset County, Pennsylvania, gets overlooked thanks to the many other impressive state parks nearby like Ohiopyle State Park and Laurel Hill State Park. However, for …
How to Get to Yoder Falls Near Johnstown
There are hundreds of waterfalls hidden away in Pennsylvania’s woods visited only by locals or the few intrepid people willing to follow scant directions to find them. Yoder Falls near …
Pennsylvania Waterfalls: How to Get to Paint Falls and Little Paint Falls
Note: As of late June 2017, I have received reports that there are now “No Trespassing” signs at this waterfall. However, I have not personally confirmed this. Please respect private …