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12 Must-See Attractions in Carbon County

PA Counties Rusty Glessner - February 12, 2022 0

A collage of four images depicting landmarks in Carbon County, Pennsylvania. Top left: A yellow and green striped train engine on railway tracks with a forested hill in the background. Top right: A multi-tiered waterfall cascading over a rock face surrounded by greenery. Bottom left: An aerial view of a serpentine river cutting through a densely forested valley in the fall. Bottom right: A stately Victorian mansion with elaborate architectural details, nestled among mature autumn trees.

If you’re looking for the best things to see and do in Carbon County, you’re in the right place! Carbon County, formed in 1843, was named...

Exploring Tytoona Cave in Blair County

PA Natural Attractions Rusty Glessner - February 10, 2022 0

Collage of four photos featuring the mossy entrance to Tytoona Cave, the Tytoona Natural Area Cave Preserve entrance sign, a person exploring the rocky cave interior, and a shallow stream flowing through a passage inside the cave in Blair County, Pennsylvania.

If you're looking for information about visiting Tytoona Cave in Blair County, you're in the right place! Tytoona Cave is a privately-owned cave open for...

Visiting the Jim Thorpe Memorial in Carbon County

PA Historic Places Rusty Glessner - February 8, 2022 0

Jim Thorpe Greatest Athlete in the World inscription on his crypt in Carbon County Pennsylvania.

The Jim Thorpe Memorial in Carbon County is the final resting place of the man voted "The Greatest Athlete of the First Half of...

Exploring Laurel Mountain State Park in Westmoreland County

PA State Parks Rusty Glessner - February 7, 2022 0

Exploring Laurel Mountain State Park Ski Area in Westmoreland County Pennsylvania

Laurel Mountain State Park is a 493-acre ski resort in Westmoreland County, donated to the state in 1964 by Richard K. Mellon. Started in 1939...

Exploring Canoe Creek State Park in Blair County

PA State Parks Rusty Glessner - February 3, 2022 0

View form the breast of the dam at Canoe Creek State Park in Blair County Pennsylvania.

Canoe Creek State Park is a 911 acre recreational area 12 miles east of Altoona in Blair County. Canoe Lake, at 155 acres, is the...

Exploring RB Winter State Park in Union County

PA State Parks Rusty Glessner - February 1, 2022 0

If you're looking for the best things to see and do at RB Winter State Park in Union County, you're in the right place! RB...

10 Must-See Winter Attractions in the PA Laurel Highlands

PA Road Trips Rusty Glessner - January 29, 2022 0

Ohiopyle Falls is a must-see winter attraction the PA Laurel Highlands.

The PA Laurel Highlands are home to some of the best winter attractions in Pennsylvania! The Laurel Highlands spans 3,000 square miles of Fayette, Somerset and...

Enjoying the Choke and Puke Diner in Clinton County

PA Roadside Attractions Rusty Glessner - January 27, 2022 0

The Choke and Puke Diner at the Loganton exit of Interstate 80 in Clinton County, Pennsylvania.

Important Note: As of November 2023, the Choke and Puke Diner is permanently closed. This article will remain up in tribute to what was...

12 Must-See Attractions in Cameron County

PA Counties Rusty Glessner - January 24, 2022 0

A collage of four diverse photographs showcasing the natural beauty of Cameron County, Pennsylvania. Top left: A wooden sign reading 'Square Timber Vista' amid a lush green landscape with rolling hills. Top right: An old concrete water tower stands next to a tranquil river flanked by green hills under a blue sky. Bottom left: A snowy scene with a stream flowing over small waterfalls, surrounded by snow-laden trees and rocks. Bottom right: Two elk with large, branching antlers standing in a grassy field with a backdrop of a clear blue sky.

If you’re looking for the best things to see and do in Cameron County, you’re in the right place! Cameron County was founded in 1860 and is...

Exploring Decker’s Chapel | The Smallest Church in Pennsylvania

PA Historic Places Rusty Glessner - January 22, 2022 0

A collage of four photos showcasing Deckers Chapel in Elk County, Pennsylvania. The top left image features the chapel's front view, with its white exterior, red door, and surrounding greenery, along with a sign reading "Deckers Chapel Est. 1856." The top right image provides an interior view of the chapel, highlighting a simple altar adorned with religious statues, a large painting of the Virgin Mary, and framed religious images on the walls. The bottom left image shows a side angle of the chapel, emphasizing its small size and the charming belfry with a cross. The bottom right image displays a plaque mounted on the chapel, indicating its inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places, recognizing the building's historical significance since its construction in 1856. The collage captures both the exterior and interior beauty of this historic and quaint church.

If you're looking for information about visiting Decker's Chapel in Elk County, you're in the right place! Decker's Chapel has the distinction of being the...