Step back in time and discover the lives of Philadelphia’s wealthy merchant class in the 18th century at Fairmount Park, one of the city’s most historic and scenic destinations. Nestled along the banks of the Schuylkill River, the park is home to beautifully restored historic mansions that showcase the elegance […]
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Last updated October 13, 2024 Ridley Creek State Park, 16 miles west of Philadelphia, boasts over 1,600 acres of dog-friendly wooded and paved multi-use trails, plenty of picnic areas, and some interesting history and centuries-old buildings. The park is within the “Ridley Creek State Park Historic District” on the National
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Seemingly endless views of the surrounding Pennsylvania and New Jersey lands are the highlights of a visit to Big Pocono State Park atop Camelback Mountain. On clear days, you can even see the Catskill Mountains in New York state. Besides the views at the mountain’s summit, there are several trails
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Pittsburgh and western Pennsylvania have a deep history and a variety of attractive sites to lure visitors interested in exploring this corner of the Keystone State. There are several places you don’t want to miss when visiting the region including historic sites (including some forts dating to the French and
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Hickory Run State Park is an alluring spot with its waterfalls, boulder field, and a plethora of hiking trails offering scenic views. In fact, outdoor fun abounds at this dog-friendly park in eastern Pennsylvania, in the foothills of the western Pocono Mountains. There are almost 16,000 acres and over 40
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