Check out this wetlands near Happy Valley for its many varieties of wild flowers!
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Explore the Blooms and Beauty of Brookside Gardens
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Explore this urban oasis and discover the blooms and beauty it holds!
Erie’s Eden: The Wildlife Wonders of Asbury Woods
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Asbury Woods is a nature preserve in Erie PA that offers hiking and educational programs.
Melrose Caverns Offers Stalactites, Stalagmites, and Stories
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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
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This lovely waterfalls and overlook are not to be missed!
Trailing to Tranquility: Discovering Jacoby Falls
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This picturesque hike leads to a beautiful waterfalls within Loyalstock State Forest in Lycoming County, PA.
Leaping Lizards! Clyde Peeling’s Reptiland
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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
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Explore the mysteries of Riverfront Park, where the footprints of ancient civilizations meet modern-day trails.
Discover the Beauty of Buttermilk Falls State Park
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From cascading waterfalls to serene trails, Buttermilk Falls State Park beckons.
Discover Nature’s Hideaway: Hiking in Erie National Wildlife Refuge
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This is the place to head to when you just want to explore nature!
Peak Your Interest: The Highs of Hyner View State Park
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Come to this park for a bird’s-eye view of Pennsylvania’s beauty!
Discover Black Moshannon State Park: Bogged Down in Beauty
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Explore winding trails, a serene lake and unique ecosystem at this state park.
Navigating through Time: a Journey along Old Erie Canal State Historic Park
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Are you ready to take a trip back in time to explore America’s first superhighway? Don’t miss out on this must-visit New York State Park!
Four Fantastic Scenic Views Along Poe Paddy Road in Bald Eagle State Forest
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Take a scenic drive in Bald Eagle State Forest to these five lovely overlooks!