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A collage of four photos highlighting the unique features of Hammonds Rocks in Michaux State Forest, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania. The images include a person standing on a large rock face surrounded by pines and autumn leaves, a panoramic view from the top of the rugged rock formations overlooking forested hills under a vivid blue sky, a pathway winding through towering boulders, and a striking tilted rock formation showcasing the dramatic layers of the 600-million-year-old Weverton Formation. The photos capture the natural beauty and geological intrigue of this "rock castle," a popular destination for hikers and explorers.

Hammonds Rocks | A Natural “Rock Castle” in Cumberland County

PA Natural Attractions Rusty Glessner - November 26, 2024 0

If you're looking for information about visiting Hammonds Rocks in Cumberland County, you're in the right place! Hammonds Rocks, a roadside attraction in the Michaux State Forest, is a 600-million-year-old geological formation sometimes referred to...

A collage highlighting the scenic beauty of Little Rocky Glen Preserve in Wyoming County, Pennsylvania. The top left image shows a picturesque waterfall flowing over layered rocks, with autumn leaves scattered across the scene. The top right photo captures swirling foam patterns in the creek, bordered by rugged, moss-covered rock formations and vibrant fall foliage. In the bottom left, a hiker in a red sweatshirt stands admiring the view along the South Branch of Tunkhannock Creek, surrounded by natural rock layers and colorful autumn leaves. The bottom right image displays the preserve's trailhead sign, inviting visitors to explore the peaceful forested trails within this 26-acre nature preserve.

Exploring Little Rocky Glen Preserve in Wyoming County

PA Natural Attractions Rusty Glessner - October 27, 2024 0

If you're looking for information about visiting Little Rocky Glen Preserve in Wyoming County, you're in the right place! Little Rocky Glen Preserve is a 26-acre nature preserve encompassing a stunning gorge along the South...

A collage of scenes from Seven Tubs Recreation Area in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, showcasing the natural beauty and unique geological formations within the 537-acre park. The top-left image captures a cascading waterfall flowing into a smooth, sandstone tub surrounded by autumn leaves. The top-right image displays a wooden bridge spanning a rocky gorge with water-filled tubs below. The bottom-left image features a hiker standing on a rock ledge, overlooking the gorge and stream as it winds through the sandstone formations. The bottom-right image shows the entrance sign to Seven Tubs Recreation Area, set against a vibrant backdrop of fall foliage. These photos highlight the park's rugged terrain, picturesque trails, and seasonal colors.

Exploring the Seven Tubs Recreation Area in Luzerne County

PA Natural Attractions Rusty Glessner - October 26, 2024 0

If you're looking for information about visiting the Seven Tubs Recreation Area in Luzerne County, you're in the right place! The Seven Tubs Recreation Area is a 537-acre site featuring a series of seven sandstone...

A collage of four photos taken at Asbury Woods in Erie, Pennsylvania. The top left image shows a dirt trail winding through a forest with early autumn foliage. The top right image captures a person walking a dog along a wooden boardwalk, surrounded by vibrant trees in shades of green and orange. The bottom left image depicts a serene section of Walnut Creek, with rocky banks and tall trees showcasing the beauty of fall colors. The bottom right image highlights the Asbury Woods Nature Center sign, framed by colorful autumn leaves and a bright blue sky, welcoming visitors to explore the park and its trails.

Exploring Asbury Woods in Erie County

PA Natural Attractions Rusty Glessner - October 19, 2024 0

If you're looking for information about visiting Asbury Woods in Erie County, you're in the right place! Asbury Woods is a 234-acre park offering 5 miles of hiking trails, a Nature Center, and year-round outdoor...

$A collage of four photos depicting the scenic beauty and geological formations of Panther Rocks in the Moshannon State Forest. The top left image shows a hiker standing on a ledge of a massive sandstone formation, surrounded by trees in vibrant autumn colors. The top right image features the hiker crouching inside a small tunnel formed by natural erosion in the sandstone, with loose rocks scattered around. The bottom left image captures a view looking up between two towering sandstone blocks, showcasing the vertical fractures, or joints, that have been widened over time by frost and ice wedging. The bottom right image displays the hiker standing in a narrow passageway between two sandstone walls, with fallen leaves covering the forest floor, illustrating the beauty and scale of the ancient rock city.$

Exploring Panther Rocks in Clearfield County

PA Natural Attractions Rusty Glessner - October 11, 2024 0

If you're looking for information about visiting Panther Rocks in Clearfield County, you're in the right place! Panther Rocks is a 300-million-year-old "rock city" in the Moshannon State Forest, featuring towering sandstone formations pierced by...

A collage of four photos taken at Kinzua Beach in Warren County, Pennsylvania, depicting various highlights of the area. The top left image shows the sandy beach along the Allegheny Reservoir with a green steel bridge in the background, where beachgoers are relaxing near the water. The top right image features the modern restroom and changing facility surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained lawn. The bottom left image captures a peaceful view of the Allegheny Reservoir framed by dense vegetation, with rolling hills in the distance under a partly cloudy sky. The bottom right image displays the entrance sign for Kinzua Beach Recreation Area in the Allegheny National Forest, maintained by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, set against a backdrop of trees and greenery. The collage showcases the natural beauty and amenities of Kinzua Beach.

Exploring Kinzua Beach in Warren County

PA Natural Attractions Rusty Glessner - August 28, 2024 0

If you're looking for information about visiting Kinzua Beach in Warren County, you're in the right place! Located along the shores of the Allegheny Reservoir, Kinzua Beach offers a serene and scenic spot for a...

A collage of four photos from Scripture Rocks Heritage Park in Jefferson County, Pennsylvania. The top left image features the entrance sign welcoming visitors to the park. The top right image shows a rock with the word "HOPE" engraved on it, surrounded by lush vegetation. The bottom left image displays a large rock with the word "FAITH" inscribed, highlighting the intricate carvings by Douglas M. Stahlman. The bottom right image captures a serene gravel trail winding through the forest, flanked by vibrant green ferns and tall trees.

Exploring Scripture Rocks Heritage Park in Jefferson County

PA Natural Attractions Rusty Glessner - June 9, 2024 0

If you're looking for information about visiting Scripture Rocks Heritage Park in Jefferson County, you're in the right place! Scripture Rocks Heritage Park is a 4.5-acre natural area that is home to 65 boulders engraved...

A photo collage of five images featuring the Three Sisters Rock Formation along the Standing Stone Trail in Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania. In the first image, a person in a red jacket is navigating between tall, mossy rock formations. The second image provides a panoramic view of a leafless forest from atop the rock formation. The third image shows a singular, towering rock with distinctive pockmarks, standing alone among the trees. The fourth photo looks down a powerline clearing that carves a linear path through the forest. The fifth captures a trail marker post on the Standing Stone Trail, surrounded by a forest of bare trees.

Exploring the Three Sisters Rock Formation in Huntingdon County

PA Natural Attractions Rusty Glessner - March 18, 2024 0

If you're looking for information about visiting the Three Sisters Rock Formation in Huntingdon County, you're in the right place! The Three Sisters are 3 large pillars of rock standing tall along a ridge top...

A collage of five photos from the Montour Preserve fossil pit near Danville, Pennsylvania. The top left image shows an aerial view of the barren fossil pit. The top right photo is of the information kiosk with educational displays about the site. The middle right photo features a close-up of a hand holding a fossil. The bottom left picture shows the 'Into the Past' exhibit within the visitor center, and the bottom center image displays the Montour Preserve Fossil Pit sign on a post. The images collectively represent the educational and recreational experience at the fossil pit.

The Montour Preserve Fossil Pit | A Fossil Hunter’s Paradise

PA Natural Attractions Rusty Glessner - March 10, 2024 0

If you're looking for information about visiting the Montour Preserve Fossil Pit, you're in the right place! Located 12 miles north of Danville in Montour County, the Montour Preserve Fossil Pit offers visitors the unique...

Exploring Black-Coffey Caverns in Franklin County

PA Natural Attractions Rusty Glessner - February 20, 2023 0

If you're looking for information on touring the long off-limits Black-Coffey Caverns, you're in the right place! Black-Coffey Caverns is the only cavern system in Pennsylvania accessed through the basement of a private home! But where...