Take this short and easy hike to a breathtaking scenic view over the Blackwater River gorge.
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Visiting Smith Island: A Glimpse of a Vanishing Way of Life
The Chesapeake Bay’s Smith Island is known for its famous cake and soft-shell blue crabs, as well as its disappearing way of life.
Nature’s Roar and Iron’s Echo: Hiking the Roaring Run Loop Trail
This 1.5 loop hike takes you along a burbling stream up to a beautiful, 30-foot waterfalls, as well as to an historic furnace in the Jefferson National Forest.
Hidden in the Forest: A Hike to Yost Run Falls
Take this short but moderate hike to two lovely waterfalls hidden in the wilds of Sproul State Forest in Centre County, PA.
Explore the Wild Beauty of Bear Rocks Preserve on the New Bear Rocks Loop
Bear Rocks is a must-visit bucket list item if you’re anywhere near Canaan Valley, WV!
Enjoy a Short Hike to Balanced Rock in Blackwater Falls State Park
Try one of the lesser known hikes at Blackwater Falls State Park, which will take you to a rock formation and a waterfalls!
Discover the Beauty of Soaring Eagle Wetland
Check out this wetlands near Happy Valley for its many varieties of wild flowers!
Explore the Blooms and Beauty of Brookside Gardens
Explore this urban oasis and discover the blooms and beauty it holds!
Erie’s Eden: The Wildlife Wonders of Asbury Woods
Asbury Woods is a nature preserve in Erie PA that offers hiking and educational programs.
Melrose Caverns Offers Stalactites, Stalagmites, and Stories
Melrose Caverns, near Harrisonburg VA, offer Civil War history and artifacts, as well as stalactites and stalagmites.
Gorge-ous Views: The Unmatched Beauty of Taughannock Falls State Park
This lovely waterfalls and overlook are not to be missed!
Trailing to Tranquility: Discovering Jacoby Falls
This picturesque hike leads to a beautiful waterfalls within Loyalstock State Forest in Lycoming County, PA.
Leaping Lizards! Clyde Peeling’s Reptiland
Discover exotic reptiles and amphibians from around the world in beautiful, naturalistic habitats. Interact with 300 parakeets in Parakeet Landing and experience the prehistoric past with a stroll through the outdoor dinosaur exhibit!
Discover Riverfront Park: Where History and Nature Intertwine
Explore the mysteries of Riverfront Park, where the footprints of ancient civilizations meet modern-day trails.
Discover the Beauty of Buttermilk Falls State Park
From cascading waterfalls to serene trails, Buttermilk Falls State Park beckons.