PA Great Outdoors Visitors Bureau

06/17/2024

Today we feature Casali's Grille in St. Marys where food, fun, and flavor are all in one spot.

06/17/2024

Verna Leith Theater in Cook Forest celebrates their 40th Anniversary with a free Musical Celebration on June 22nd from 7-9pm.

06/16/2024

Today we feature Walnut Acres Manor House in Weedville. Stay in this large, fully furnished family home nestled in Pennsylvania's beautiful wild Elk Country. Four bedroom (queen beds), two bath, screened & covered porches, fire pit, grill and more.

Large, fully furnished family home nestled in beautiful Elk Country. Four bedroom (queen beds), two bath, screened & covered porches, fire pit, grill and more.

06/16/2024

Come play on the hundreds of miles of ATV trails in the Pennsylvania Great Outdoors region. For ATV riders, the Allegheny National Forest in Forest County offers great trails to explore. Find more information at visitpago.com/outdoor-adventures/atv-snowmobiling/

06/16/2024

Today is the last day to vote for the winner in our May Big Fish Photo Contest. Go to VisitPAGO.com/bigfish then click on your favorite pictures to cast your votes. The picture with the most votes on June 17 at 9am will be the May 2024 winner. Likes of photos on this post do not count as votes.

06/16/2024

Today we feature Lazy Bear Lodge in Benezette. Vacation in Pennsylvania's Wild Elk Country in this relaxing home away from home with four bedrooms and three baths, hot tub, grill, and outdoor fire pit.

06/16/2024

Happy Father's Day from everyone at PA Great Outdoors Visitors Bureau.

06/16/2024

A Free Learn to Fish Program will offered June 22nd in Marienville in Allegheny National Forest.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service is offering a free, family-friendly program about the basics of fishing in Allegheny National Forest. The program will be held on Saturday, June 22 from 9-11:00AM at Beaver Meadows near Marienville. The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission has issued an educational exemption for this program, therefore no fishing license is required to participate.
“All ages are welcome to join this introductory program which will go over basic fishing techniques, tackle and bait options, fish species you’re likely to catch, and then spend most of the time fishing,” said Ranger Sarah Needs.
Limited fishing equipment is available for use by program participants, including fishing rods, hooks, and bait. To sign up, contact Sarah Needs by June 21 at 814-927-5776 or [email protected].

06/15/2024

Vacation in cabin in the mountains of Pennsylvania's Great Outdoors region this summer. Find the perfect place to stay at VisitPAGO.com/lodging

06/15/2024

Come to the Fire Tower & Seneca Point Historical Tour Friday June 21st at 1pm in Cook Forest State Park.

Please bring your binoculars and meet at the Fire Tower Parking Lot for an historical interpretive tour of the Fire Tower and Seneca Point. Learn about local logging history, observe Indian sign, and take a breathtaking view from the top of the Fire Tower. (3 hrs)

06/15/2024

Come celebrate Ridgway's Bicentennial June 17-22 with Fireworks on Thursday night and a grand parade on Saturday.

06/15/2024

Enjoy Wonka during Movies in the Park on Thursday evening June 20th in St. Marys.

06/15/2024

Photo of the Week
Stargazing at Top of the World in Cameron County was taken by Dustin Brown. This image is also the on the cover of our 2024 Adventure Guide.

06/15/2024

June is the last month to enter our 2024 Big Fish Photo Contest. Upload pics of your catches in Cameron, Elk, and Forest Counties at VisitPAGO.com/bigfish

06/14/2024

Yeany’s Maple Syrup in Marienville produces pure Pennsylvania Maple Syrup. They won Best of Show at 2024 Pennsylvania Farm Show. They also have flowers, maple kettle corn, and seasonal produce.

06/14/2024

Mountain Roots and PBS Appalachia spent the week shooting video in Ridgway and the Benezette area.

06/14/2024

This photo of black bear cub climbing a tree was taken by Russ Gleixner.

06/14/2024

Flag Day 2024
Photo by David Anderson

06/14/2024

Enjoy the music of Dos Hombres at the Sinnemahoning Tavern this Saturday June 15th.

The Sinnemahoning Tavern welcomes back local favorite, Dos Hombres. Come on out for live music, great food, friends, and of course, icy cold beverages.

06/13/2024

Learn about the work being done to create the new Sandy Beach Park Mountain Bike Trail in Ridgway in this story from our blog.

By Michelle Bogacki Who is behind this movement? Where did the idea come from? Who are the Triple D’s? The Triple Ds are the dreamers, the drivers, and “the Dave’s”. The dream began with Dave Whitney, not only an attorney in Ridgway, but also a bike enthusiast. Dave W held bike races along t...

06/13/2024

EMPORIUM, Pennsylvania
Emporium is nestled in the mountains of Cameron County and features many beautiful public art murals throughout the town. The West Creek Trail connects Emporium with St. Marys. During the winter months the trail provides snowmobilers, riding the nearby state forest trails, easy access to downtown. There is also access for horseback riding on Thunder Mountain Equestrian Trail near Sizerville State Park and great stargazing nearby.

06/13/2024

This photo of the McFarland House in Wilcox, Elk County is courtesy of Jackson-Township historical preservation.

06/13/2024

Today we feature Straub Beer in St. Marys. Tour this historic and fearlessly independent brewery.

06/13/2024

Come visit "The most unique Harley-Davidson dealership in the country"-DuBois Harley-Davidson.

06/13/2024

PBS Appalachia and Mountain Roots returned to Ridgway to film again. On this visit they explored the Wild and Scenic Clarion River with Brown Trout Addiction. They also filmed at Mudbeards Bikes and Boards, Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, and summer footage throughout Ridgway.

Exploring the Clarion River for an upcoming PBS Appalachia episode of Hometowns!

06/12/2024

Learn how to identify wild edible plants, recipes, their medicinal benefits and much more during the Foraging in the PA Wilds event at the Driftwood Saloon and Grill on Saturday June 22nd.

I’m sure most of you already know that dandelions are edible, but did you know the leaves can be used to make soups and salads, the flowers make a delicious wine and the roots can be used to make teas and are great for medicinal purposes? Learn how to identify wild edible plants, recipes, their

06/12/2024

Discover the courageous yet reckless spirit of PA’s lumber industry and learn about forest management at the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum. Don't miss the annual Bark Peelers’ Festival on the first full weekend in July.

06/12/2024

Shop Hepler's Country Store in Brockport for Carhartt for men, women, and kids. Under Armour, work boots, and hunting boots from the top brands. Bulk foods, spices, flours, sugars, chocolates, sprinkles, Amish butter, and dried goods too.

06/12/2024

Hit the trails this summer with a new bike from Mudbeard's Bikes and Boards in Ridgway. From bikes for young riders to the newest E-Bikes, you'll find it at Mudbeard's.