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VanLife Through Majestic Mountains Our philosophy is simple: Take the trip. For it’s not about the destination, but the adventure you find along the way. Whether you’re hitting the road in an RV, a fully loaded Sprinter, or a low-key camper, these gorgeous parks and outdoor places will renew your sense of wonder—and appreciation for road trips. To witness a variety of wildlife, Kinzua Bridge State Park in Mt. Jewett provides a habitat for coyotes, bobcats, bears, and deer (oh my!). Be sure to spend a night at Coudersport’s Cherry Springs State Park, an International Dark Sky Park best known for its stargazing opportunities. Often referred to as the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania, the Pine Creek Gorge at Colton Point State Park in Wellsboro is the perfect place to gain some perspective. At its deepest point, the gorge is half a mile deep and nearly 1 mile wide, offering astonishing scenic overlooks. Stop in quaint Wellsboro to stock up on supplies, and perch up at The Roost for the best in supper and spirits. Nearby Tioga-Hammond Lakes Recreation Area gives travelers plenty of playtime with hiking, fishing, boating, and swimming. Stay at the Ives Run Campground, located on the eastern shore of Hammond Lake, and soak up the sun on the grassy shoreline or picnic in the shade of the pines. Finish up your road trip with a wine tasting at the Shutter Homestead Winery in Tioga, ambling through the 100-acre lakeside property. More Places to Explore in This Region Straub Brewery Independent brewery dating back to 1872 with signature American lagers, unique craft beers, and sangria. St. Marys Smethport Mansion District Historic district with a self-guided walking tour highlighting more than 30 properties. Tour brochure is available at the McKean County Courthouse and the Smethport Visitors Center on Main Street. Smethport Coalport Area Coal Museum Preserves the past by displaying artifacts from the early hand-loading days of bituminous coal mining. Coalport Pennsylvania Lumber Museum Interactive indoor and outdoor exhibits across a 10-acre campus with a recreated early 20th-century lumber camp that preserves the local history of the lumber industry. Ulysses Zippo/Case Museum & Flagship Store Exhibits on the history of Zippo lighters and Case knives, plus an extensive shopping selection. Bradford Quehanna Wild Area Almost 50,000 acres of protected wildlife area, home to elk, white-tailed deer, golden eagles, and coyotes. Classified as an Audubon Society Important Bird Area. Elk, Cameron, Clearfield counties Struthers Library Theatre Award-winning performing arts center in an 1883 building showing productions by amateur theater groups. Warren Flickerwood Wine Cellars and Cocktail Lounge Tastings of award-winning wine, plus craft cocktails, small plates, and weekly specials in a family-run winery. Kane Adventurous Families Welcome Pack up the whole gang for a bold and unforgettable trip. Located within the Allegheny Forest in Marienville, the Forest Ridge Cabins and Campground has everything you need for the perfect family getaway. Cinema comes to life at the nostalgic Moonlite Drive-In Theatre in Brookville, with family-focused films all summer long. The most notorious of weather forecasters, our furry friend Phil, has learned everything he knows at the Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center. For an immersive experience in nature, the Elk Country Visitor Center in Benezette is home to the largest elk herd in the northeast, where you can learn, play, and stay among the elk. For aviation enthusiasts, look no further than the Piper Aviation Museum in Lock Haven, from the upstairs museum with countless artifacts to the numerous aircraft in the downstairs hangar. Score a homerun at the World of Little League Museum in Williamsport where stories about how this sport has shaped history come to life. The Road Less Traveled… TO UNEXPECTED DISCOVERIES Through travel to new places, we find adventure. Take the path with fewer footsteps for wondrous exploration. Discover a boat launch, fishing pier, and a 1-mile trail at Lighthouse Island in Tionesta, and admire the Sherman Memorial Lighthouse. Check the calendar at Cook Forest Sawmill Center for the Arts in Cooksburg to see what they have onstage. Then, fall in love with the whitetail deer at Double Diamond Deer Ranch in Clarington (don’t miss the fawning season in early summer!). The Chicken Hill Distillery in Kersey is the first distillery in Elk County making legal moonshine, and it’s situated in a bucolic setting. Continue to the DooLittle Station in Dubois, an eclectic assembly of roadside restaurants and activities in restored train cars. And don’t miss a stop at Bilger’s Rocks in Grampian, a cherished site with unique and beautiful rock formations.
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