Scenic Sites & Kinzua Sky Walk, Mt. Jewett Choose Your Route, Follow Your Passion Side Roads Leave the fast lane behind and rediscover the joy of the journey. Pennsylvania’s backroads lead to unforgettable experiences — from natural wonders to cultural gems. Whether you're chasing fall foliage or heritage-rich hamlets, pack a camera and binoculars; you're in for a ride that rewards curiosity. Wild Landscapes & Iconic Overlooks If highways are the fast food of travel, scenic byways are a gourmet meal. Meander along the Laurel Highlands Scenic Byway ’s 68 miles of ridges, valleys, and postcard-perfect villages — particularly radiant in mid-October when fall foliage paints the landscape in brilliant colors. Route 6 , the state’s northern 427-mile stretch, is a national standout for natural beauty and diversity. Top stops include Rimrock Overlook in Warren County for sweeping views of Kinzua Bay and the Allegheny Forest, and the Kinzua Sky Walk (temporarily reopening for leaf-peeping in fall 2026). The 624-foot glass-floored walkway offers a thrilling look 300 feet down into the gorge below. In Tioga State Forest, Pine Creek Gorge —also known as the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania — spans nearly 50 miles of dramatic scenery and wooded depths over 1,000 feet deep. Hike or bike the easy rail-trail or soak in panoramic views at Wyalusing Rocks Scenic Overlook , a sacred Native American site towering 500 feet above the Susquehanna River. Or see it all from the saddle: the Endless Mountains 430 weaves gravel bike-packing loops through Bradford, Sullivan, Susquehanna, and Wyoming counties, where rolling backroads lead to rural towns, sweeping landscapes, welcoming wineries and breweries, and cozy bed-and-breakfasts. 68 visitpa.com ANF VISITORS BUREAU
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