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 …
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 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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Located a few miles south of Johnstown, Pennsylvania, is one of the oddest destinations in the state: the Abandoned Trolley Graveyard. Officially known as the Vintage Electric Streetcar Company, this …