Enjoy the sunshine with fun outdoor adventures such as the unique Ecotour Geo Trail for geocaching enthusiasts, an up-close view of the impressive 45-foot Buttermilk Falls, hiking or biking the well-maintained 69 miles of rails-to-trails, off-roading on bike and ATV trails, or visiting area scenic parks, natural areas or Yellow Creek State Park.

The emergence of spring means that festivals and events get back into full swing! Mark your calendar for exciting outings such as the Spring Open House in the Amish Community of Smicksburg (3/23), PA Taxidermy Association Sportsman’s Show (3/23), Indiana-Armstrong Builders Assoc. Home Show (4/5-7), Jimmy Stewart’s Birthday Celebration (5/18), Delaney Chevrolet Westsylvania Jazz & Blues Festival (5/24-25) and Saltsburg’s Historic Canal Days (6/7-9).

Interested in local history? Tour a museum dedicated to the military and Hollywood careers of hometown [...]

Are you the enthusiastic type who sheds your sweater and jumps right into shorts and a tank top as soon as the temperatures top 70 degrees? Or do you slowly come out of hibernation, clinging to your cardigan and cautiously shedding layers until you are absolutely sure that warm weather has arrived, unpacked, and plans to stay awhile?

Regardless of your swing-into-spring style, Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands is the ideal getaway for catching summer’s first rays while casting for a fish, stretching your legs on a scenic wooded trail, or recharging your energy while relaxing at the spa. Can you hear it? A memorable mountain adventure is calling your name.

Easily accessible from the Pennsylvania Turnpike, the Laurel Highlands is an outdoor mecca for all ages. Unplug and reconnect with nature at eight state parks, lush forests, and fun local parks. It’s [...]

Experience the many trails of Lawrence County, Pennsylvania from authentic Amish experiences to wine and brew trails to blue and greenways and much more. Follow these readymade trails or create your own adventure with friends and family.

McConnells Mill State Park is home to four of six waterfalls and hiking trails including the North Country National Scenic Trail. Adventure seekers won’t want to miss the chance to ride an ATV through abandoned underground limestone mines at Mines & Meadows ATV/RV Resort or take the fast track at Pittsburgh International Raceway. Fish on the Neshannock Creek, one of twenty-two Keystone Select Stock Trout Waters.

Golf on award winning courses or practice on indoor simulators. Home to those who previously lived and still reside there, Haunted Hill View Manor is open for paranormal day tours, overnight and private investigations.

Having the 2nd largest old order [...]

Welcome to the mountains and main streets of Luzerne County, located in scenic Northeast PA. Join us in the spring when the winter blues and whites are replaced with the pastels and greens of the warmer season.

Experience the natural beauty of Ricketts Glen State Park and its 22-named waterfalls. Take a kayak and explore the waterways of the mighty Susquehanna River as it winds its way through the county. Watch the sun set from a paddleboard on the lake at Frances Slocum State Park. Speed through the forests on the scenic D&L Trail, one of the many bike trails across the county.

When the sun sets the stage lights come up at Mohegan Sun Arena, the F.M. Kirby Center, and nearby Penn’s Peak. Other, smaller theatres and venues offer fantastic local music and stage productions. Get a piece of the [...]

Looking for a great Lake? Well, we have 8 lakes for swimming, boating, fishing, and water skiing. Stay at a lake front hotel, cabin or cottage. Check out quaint B&B’s, a lake front Hotel, Cabins, Campsites and Cottages. There are so many fun things to do in Crawford County, PA. You just have to know where to look. www.visitcrawford.org.

Crawford County is known for our Outdoor adventures. Kayaking, boating, and canoeing is huge here because of many lakes. Five of those lakes are Glacial Lakes and one lake, Conneaut Lake, holds 2 state fishing records. That also means we have some of the best fishing in PA. Our Pymatuning Lake was named in the Top Ten in the Nation for the best family fishing vacations. Need a Guide for fishing? We can hook you up! Need a [...]

There’s no better time to experience Armstrong County, Pennsylvania than right now. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or planning your annual trip to the heart of Western Pennsylvania, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Grab your kayaks or rent from a local outfitter and paddle along the Allegheny and Kiskiminetas Rivers. Cast your line at Keystone Lake or in many of our stocked streams throughout the county. Pack a picnic and head out to Crooked Creek Lake or Mahoning Creek Lake for an afternoon of fun. Book a tee time at one of our eight golf courses or try your hand at one of our three disc golf courses. Traverse miles and miles on Armstrong Trail, Baker Trail, Butler-Freeport Community Trail, Cowanshannock Trail, Great Shamokin Path, North Country Trail, Roaring Run Trail, or one of three trails at the Outdoor Discovery Center at Crooked [...]

Explore and discover treasures in Pennsylvania’s pristine Susquehanna River Valley. Spend the day hitting the trails – snowmobiling, cross country skiing, or snow shoeing in our State Parks and Forests.

Take time to visit our award-winning wineries and breweries found throughout the Susquehanna River Valley. Attend a seasonal festival, visit a historical museum, go antiquing or shop local at our fine retailers and unique stores. Finish the day with a romantic dinner for two or share your day’s adventures with friends and family at one of our world-class pubs or restaurants located in one of our picturesque downtowns.

Plan a trip for the day or turn it into a get away by staying at one of our cozy hotels, cabins, cottages or bed and breakfasts. At every turn you will find something to [...]

Nestled in the heart of Central Pennsylvania, Columbia & Montour Counties are only a short half-day journey from a majority of East Coast cities.  The area is renowned for its rural beauty and outstanding adventure opportunities, but the quaint countryside also offers up a treasure trove of local history and culture.

The local landscape is comprised of idyllic river valleys, rolling hills and green farmlands, as well as charming riverside communities, forests, parks, and state gamelands.  The area boasts beautiful rails-to-trails for walking and biking as well as high-caliber races for the more competitive runners or bikers. In Montour County, the J. Manley Robbins Rail Trail is America’s oldest-known rails to trails system.

One must-see outdoor attraction is Ricketts Glen State Park, located in the northeast corner of Columbia County and extending into nearby Luzerne and Sullivan Counties. [...]