SMALL DESTINATION, BIG ADVENTURES Altoona invites you to cool off at America’s only Italian-themed water park, Laguna Splash at DelGrosso’s Park, home of the oldest major family-owned pasta sauce manufacturer in the US; watch trains traverse the Alleghenies at the World Famous Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark, on the top 10 hit list of the Nazis during World War II; and ride the world’s oldest wooden roller coaster, Leap the Dips, at Lakemont Park! Experience a portion of the September 11th National Memorial Trail while visiting the limestone kilns at Canoe Creek State Park; visit the Wall That Heals, a one-half scale replica of DC’s Vietnam Veterans Memorial; ride the rails on the Everett Railroad’s steam locomotive featuring scenic and special event excursions; and so much more! 800-842-5866, ExploreAltoona.com RAYSTOWN LAKE REGION: A MOMENT AWAY Explore Raystown Lake, the largest lake entirely within Pennsylvania. Enjoy 118 miles of pristine shoreline, offering public beaches, boat launches, hiking trails, private marinas, fishing guide services, shoreline camping, a water park and more! Launch your own boat or rent a paddleboard, kayak, pontoon or houseboat to make your next vacation unforgettable. Bring your fishing poles; Raystown still holds the record for largest freshwater striped bass in Pennsylvania. 888-RAYSTOWN, Raystown.org ROLL INTO THE JUNIATA RIVER VALLEY In Mifflin and Juniata Counties, fun is often found on wheels and, it comes in all sizes. If you have the need for speed, come discover our racetracks for remote control cars, go-karts, lawn mowers, sprint cars and late models. Internationally known Port Royal Speedway has been attracting fans to “The Speed Palace” since 1938. Or slow things down with a ride through Big Valley with Dayze Gone Bye Carriage Rides. 717-248-6713, JRVVistors.com 83
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