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MidAtlantic Daytrips — Why daydream when you can daytrip?

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Discover Nature’s Hideaway: Hiking in Erie National Wildlife Refuge

Posted on January 16, 2024October 12, 2023by Jody Arneson
A deer looking directly at you, surrounded by vibrant green grasses and branches.

This is the place to head to when you just want to explore nature!

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  • budget-friendly day trip
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    • dog friendly
    • ecotourism
    • nature-focused
    • Pennsylvania
    • state park

Peak Your Interest: The Highs of Hyner View State Park

Posted on January 13, 2024October 22, 2023by Jody Arneson
The view from Hyner View Overlook on a sunny, slightly cloudy day. Below the deep blue sky are PA mountains in the distance and the West Branch Susquehannah River below, just thousands and thousands of acres of green trees and forest

Come to this park for a bird’s-eye view of Pennsylvania’s beauty!

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  • budget-friendly day trip
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    • Central PA
    • Centre County
    • ecotourism
    • hiking
    • nature-focused
    • Pennsylvania
    • state park

Discover Black Moshannon State Park: Bogged Down in Beauty

Posted on January 9, 2024October 25, 2023by Jody Arneson
Three canoes lie upsidedown on a rack along the shore of Black Moshannon Lake

Explore winding trails, a serene lake and unique ecosystem at this state park.

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  • African-American history
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    • budget-friendly day trip
    • Central PA
    • ecotourism
    • hiking
    • nature-focused
    • Pennsylvania

Discover Rider Park, a Lycoming County Gem

Posted on January 2, 2024October 12, 2023by Jody Arneson
In the distance, a bench sits below a few trees in front of an overlook.

This park offers interesting hikes and gorgeous views!

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  • budget-friendly day trip
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    • Erie Canal
    • heritage tourism
    • hiking
    • nature-focused
    • New York

Navigating through Time: a Journey along Old Erie Canal State Historic Park

Posted on December 30, 2023October 14, 2023by Jody Arneson
The Erie Canal towpath runs alongside the water-filled canal in the fall. The vivid blue sky is reflected in the water.

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!

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  • budget-friendly day trip
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    • Central PA
    • Centre County
    • driving tour
    • ecotourism
    • nature-focused
    • Pennsylvania

Four Fantastic Scenic Views Along Poe Paddy Road in Bald Eagle State Forest

Posted on December 16, 2023October 10, 2023by Jody Arneson
The view from Penn's View Overlook. Below Penns Creek flows around a horseshoe bend. Fluffly white clouds dot the sky.

Take a scenic drive in Bald Eagle State Forest to these five lovely overlooks!

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  • agritourism
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    • budget-friendly day trip
    • ecotourism
    • Gettysburg
    • kid-friendly
    • nature-focused
    • October fun
    • Pennsylvania

Harvest Hues and Tasty Views at Hollabaugh Bros Farm

Posted on December 5, 2023March 4, 2024by Jody Arneson
Hollabaugh Bros Farm, reads the sign on the bright red barn. In the foreground, a green lawn. The blue sky above. Apple trees to the right.

This farmers market is a daytrip destination in its own right.

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  • dog friendly
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    • ecotourism
    • nature-focused
    • Pennsylvania
    • state park

Six Fun Things to Do at Presque Isle State Park

Posted on November 14, 2023August 19, 2023by Jody Arneson
Perry Monument in Presque Isle State Park

Discover all the amazing reasons to visit this park!

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  • budget-friendly day trip
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    • driving tour
    • ecotourism
    • nature-focused
    • New York

Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge: Where Wings and Wetlands Meet

Posted on November 11, 2023October 14, 2023by Jody Arneson
Seven or eight flying Canada geese in sillouette against a cloudy sky

This 1600-acre wetlands protects a variety of waterfowl, migratory and permanent birds and wildlife.

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  • budget-friendly day trip
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    • Central PA
    • Centre County
    • ecotourism
    • hiking
    • nature-focused
    • Pennsylvania

The Journey’s the Point for the Shingletown Gap Hike

Posted on November 4, 2023October 14, 2023by Jody Arneson
The trailhead for Shingletown Gap Hike

With its lush greenery along a babbling creek, the Shingletown Gap hike is about the journey — of enjoying being out in the woods along a creek.

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  • budget-friendly day trip
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    • dog friendly
    • Eastern Shore
    • ecotourism
    • kid-friendly
    • Maryland
    • nature-focused
    • state park

Park After Dark: View the Perseids Meteor Shower at Harriet Tubman State Park

Posted on October 31, 2023August 13, 2023by Jody Arneson
Sunset over Harriet Tubman State Park

Learn when to wish upon a falling star during this Park After Dark program at the Harriet Tubman State Park!

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  • bed and breakfast inns
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    • ecotourism
    • historic inns
    • nature-focused
    • Pennsylvania

A Haven for Wolves at the Wolf Sanctuary of PA

Posted on September 16, 2023August 27, 2023by Jody Arneson
A close-up of two wolf eyes from the Wolf Sanctuary of PA

This is where wolves find their refuge in a world that misunderstands them.

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    • dog friendly
    • ecotourism
    • hiking
    • nature-focused
    • Pennsylvania
    • state park

Hiking to Beautiful Vistas in Erie Bluffs State Park

Posted on August 15, 2023August 2, 2023by Jody Arneson
The view from the bluffs overlooking Lake Erie in Erie Bluffs State Park

This PA state park offers lovely vistas from bluffs high above Lake Erie and several miles of beautiful trails to hike and explore.

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  • kid-friendly
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    • nature-focused
    • Pennsylvania
    • Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh Zoo: Where the Wild Things Are!

Posted on March 21, 2023February 12, 2023by Jody Arneson
Elephants at the Pittsburgh Zoo

This zoo will help you find your wild side!

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  • ecotourism
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    • kid-friendly
    • nature-focused
    • Pennsylvania
    • state park

Gifford Pinchot State Park Offers a Cozy Cabin Stay

Posted on March 14, 2023November 26, 2022by Jody Arneson
Gifford Pinchot State Park

Choose a cozy cabin for a relaxing visit to this gem of a state park!

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I love exploring the midAtlantic states of the United States, finding the best, most interesting and fun daytrip destinations in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington DC, Delaware, West Virginia, New Jersey and New York. From the well known to the well off the beaten path, I'll take you as far as you can go in a day without a passport! Why daydream when you can daytrip?

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