No matter how long we’ve lived in Pennsylvania, we’re always just one stroll down the street or drive across town away from discovering new hidden gems. That’s just part of what makes living in Pennsylvania so much fun. When you’ve got a few free days in your itinerary, hit the highway on this road trip to the best little-known hidden gems in Pennsylvania.
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Google Maps This epic road trip will take you to some of the best hidden gems in Pennsylvania. If you can’t carve out time to hit the road, how about adding each of these gems to your Pennsylvania bucket list?
- White Cliffs of Conoy – Marietta
Flickr/joronjubilee Our hidden gems road trip in Pennsylvania kicks off at the White Cliffs of Conoy, a geological wonder that’s perched 60 feet above the Susquehanna River. You’ll have to follow a short trail to reach the cliffs that developed over the years and just recently became open to the public. Don’t forget your camera, and keep a close watch on kids and pets. The cliffs feature several steep, dangerous drop-offs. Read more about this natural wonder in Pennsylvania in our previous article. White Cliffs of Conoy, Marietta, PA 17547, USA
- Seven Tubs Nature Area – Wilkes-Barre
All Trails/Sarah Momteacherfriend Seven Tubs Nature Area offers a picture-perfect way to spend a day - or even just a few hours - outdoors. The 400-acre natural area features a series of natural pools and even a few waterfalls. While swimming in the pools is prohibited, you can explore the pools along one of the scenic trails. Plan your visit to this hidden gem in Pennsylvania by checking out our previous article. Seven Tubs Nature Area, 900 Bear Creek Blvd, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702, USA
- Lacawac Sanctuary – Lake Ariel
Facebook/Lacawac Sanctuary Field Station & Environmental Education Center Slip into a pair of comfortable hiking or walking shoes for your visit to Lacawac Sanctuary, home to Lake Lacawac, “the southernmost glacial lake in the hemisphere.” The lush natural area features a series of hiking trails that will take you past a natural bog and a beautiful garden. Plan your trip to this nature sanctuary in Pennsylvania. Lacawac Sanctuary, 94 Sanctuary Rd, Lake Ariel, PA 18436, USA
- Historic Downtown Stroudsburg
Visit Downtown Stroudsburg Our next stop takes us to one of the best places to retire in the United States. Spend a few hours or an entire day exploring the darling, historic downtown area that’s dotted with shops and restaurants. Each season also brings with it its own charm, including hand-painted snowmen that decorate the town during the winter. Get a closer look at this charming small town in Pennsylvania. Stroudsburg, PA 18360, USA
- Historic Hotel Bethlehem – Bethlehem
Facebook/Historic Hotel Bethlehem Pamper yourself with a stay at the Historic Hotel Bethlehem, known for both its rich history and its supposed hauntings. (Don’t worry - the ghosts are friendly.) You might also want to carve out a bit of time to explore downtown Bethlehem, too, during your visit. The historic hotel gets all decked out for the holidays, so Christmastime is a magical time to visit. Learn more about this historic hotel in Pennsylvania. Historic Hotel Bethlehem, 437 Main St, Bethlehem, PA 18018, USA
- Chanticleer Garden – Wayne
Facebook/Chanticleer Garden Step into an enchanting fairy tale when you visit Chanticleer Garden, a beautiful natural area just outside of Philadelphia. The 27-acre seasonal garden features winding walking paths that lead to a pond garden, an Asian garden, and a teacup garden. Get a glimpse of the adventure that awaits at this fairy tale garden in Pennsylvania. Chanticleer Gardens, 4 Henstock Rd, Arcadia NSW 2159, Australia
- Wolf Sanctuary of PA – Lititz
Facebook/Wolf Sanctuary of PA We’re quite fortunate to have quite a bit of wildlife in Pennsylvania, but we don’t have any more wild wolves. However, we can still see these majestic animals up close at Wolf Sanctuary of PA. The hidden gem in Pennsylvania offers tours and also hosts special events, such as professional photography sessions and full moon fundraisers. Read more about this unique place to visit in Pennsylvania. Wolf Sanctuary of PA, 465 Speedwell Forge Rd, Lititz, PA 17543, USA
- Haines Shoe House – York
Facebook/Haines Shoe House Get a glimpse into what life might have been like for the old lady in a shoe at the Haines Shoe House. Formerly an ice cream shop, the Haines Shoe House has made the transition to a VRBO. Can you think of a better way to end a hidden gems in Pennsylvania road trip than with a night in a larger-than-life shoe? You don’t want to forget your camera for this one (or any of the unique places to visit in Pennsylvania we’ve stopped at on this road trip.) Book your stay at the Haines Shoe House, a one-of-a-kind VRBO in Pennsylvania. The Haines Shoe House, 197 Shoe House Rd, York, PA 17406, USA
Google Maps
This epic road trip will take you to some of the best hidden gems in Pennsylvania. If you can’t carve out time to hit the road, how about adding each of these gems to your Pennsylvania bucket list?
Flickr/joronjubilee
Our hidden gems road trip in Pennsylvania kicks off at the White Cliffs of Conoy, a geological wonder that’s perched 60 feet above the Susquehanna River. You’ll have to follow a short trail to reach the cliffs that developed over the years and just recently became open to the public. Don’t forget your camera, and keep a close watch on kids and pets. The cliffs feature several steep, dangerous drop-offs. Read more about this natural wonder in Pennsylvania in our previous article.
White Cliffs of Conoy, Marietta, PA 17547, USA
All Trails/Sarah Momteacherfriend
Seven Tubs Nature Area offers a picture-perfect way to spend a day - or even just a few hours - outdoors. The 400-acre natural area features a series of natural pools and even a few waterfalls. While swimming in the pools is prohibited, you can explore the pools along one of the scenic trails. Plan your visit to this hidden gem in Pennsylvania by checking out our previous article.
Seven Tubs Nature Area, 900 Bear Creek Blvd, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702, USA
Facebook/Lacawac Sanctuary Field Station & Environmental Education Center
Slip into a pair of comfortable hiking or walking shoes for your visit to Lacawac Sanctuary, home to Lake Lacawac, “the southernmost glacial lake in the hemisphere.” The lush natural area features a series of hiking trails that will take you past a natural bog and a beautiful garden. Plan your trip to this nature sanctuary in Pennsylvania.
Lacawac Sanctuary, 94 Sanctuary Rd, Lake Ariel, PA 18436, USA
Visit Downtown Stroudsburg
Our next stop takes us to one of the best places to retire in the United States. Spend a few hours or an entire day exploring the darling, historic downtown area that’s dotted with shops and restaurants. Each season also brings with it its own charm, including hand-painted snowmen that decorate the town during the winter. Get a closer look at this charming small town in Pennsylvania.
Stroudsburg, PA 18360, USA
Facebook/Historic Hotel Bethlehem
Pamper yourself with a stay at the Historic Hotel Bethlehem, known for both its rich history and its supposed hauntings. (Don’t worry - the ghosts are friendly.) You might also want to carve out a bit of time to explore downtown Bethlehem, too, during your visit. The historic hotel gets all decked out for the holidays, so Christmastime is a magical time to visit. Learn more about this historic hotel in Pennsylvania.
Historic Hotel Bethlehem, 437 Main St, Bethlehem, PA 18018, USA
Facebook/Chanticleer Garden
Step into an enchanting fairy tale when you visit Chanticleer Garden, a beautiful natural area just outside of Philadelphia. The 27-acre seasonal garden features winding walking paths that lead to a pond garden, an Asian garden, and a teacup garden. Get a glimpse of the adventure that awaits at this fairy tale garden in Pennsylvania.
Chanticleer Gardens, 4 Henstock Rd, Arcadia NSW 2159, Australia
Facebook/Wolf Sanctuary of PA
We’re quite fortunate to have quite a bit of wildlife in Pennsylvania, but we don’t have any more wild wolves. However, we can still see these majestic animals up close at Wolf Sanctuary of PA. The hidden gem in Pennsylvania offers tours and also hosts special events, such as professional photography sessions and full moon fundraisers. Read more about this unique place to visit in Pennsylvania.
Wolf Sanctuary of PA, 465 Speedwell Forge Rd, Lititz, PA 17543, USA
Facebook/Haines Shoe House
Get a glimpse into what life might have been like for the old lady in a shoe at the Haines Shoe House. Formerly an ice cream shop, the Haines Shoe House has made the transition to a VRBO. Can you think of a better way to end a hidden gems in Pennsylvania road trip than with a night in a larger-than-life shoe? You don’t want to forget your camera for this one (or any of the unique places to visit in Pennsylvania we’ve stopped at on this road trip.) Book your stay at the Haines Shoe House, a one-of-a-kind VRBO in Pennsylvania.
The Haines Shoe House, 197 Shoe House Rd, York, PA 17406, USA
What are your favorite hidden gems in Pennsylvania? Any on this road trip? Let us know in the comments! Ready for more road-tripping fun? Head out on the scenic road trip that takes you to the seven natural wonders of Pennsylvania.
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Things To Do In Pennsylvania November 15, 2022 Beth Price-Williams Where can I find the best hidden gems in Pennsylvania? You can find hidden gems tucked all over the state. Here are the five best hidden gems in Pennsylvania.
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What are some must-visit destinations I should add to my Pennsylvania bucket list? With so many unique places to visit in Pennsylvania, you won’t have any difficulty starting – or adding to – your bucket list. Here are five unique places to visit in Pennsylvania.
Eagles Mere Schaefer’s Auto Art Abandoned Pennsylvania Turnpike Lancaster Farm Sanctuary Cove Mountain Preserve
What are some of the best things to do in Pennsylvania? Exploring Pennsylvania is easy and fun. A bucket list is the best way to make sure you check off all of the one-of-a-kind things to do in Pennsylvania you want to try. Here are five of the best things to do in Pennsylvania.
Go stargazing at Cherry Springs State Park. Marvel at 21-named waterfalls along Falls Trail at Ricketts Glen State Park. Stand on a glass floor and stare down 301 feet on Kinzua Skywalk. Learn how to twist pretzels at Julius Sturgis Pretzel Factory. Travel to Mars.
The OIYS Visitor Center
Things To Do In Pennsylvania
November 15, 2022
Beth Price-Williams
Where can I find the best hidden gems in Pennsylvania? You can find hidden gems tucked all over the state. Here are the five best hidden gems in Pennsylvania.
Salt Springs State Park Columcille Megalith Park Chanticleer Garden Sand Bridge State Park Saylor Park
What are some must-visit destinations I should add to my Pennsylvania bucket list? With so many unique places to visit in Pennsylvania, you won’t have any difficulty starting – or adding to – your bucket list. Here are five unique places to visit in Pennsylvania.
Eagles Mere Schaefer’s Auto Art Abandoned Pennsylvania Turnpike Lancaster Farm Sanctuary Cove Mountain Preserve
What are some of the best things to do in Pennsylvania? Exploring Pennsylvania is easy and fun. A bucket list is the best way to make sure you check off all of the one-of-a-kind things to do in Pennsylvania you want to try. Here are five of the best things to do in Pennsylvania.
Go stargazing at Cherry Springs State Park. Marvel at 21-named waterfalls along Falls Trail at Ricketts Glen State Park. Stand on a glass floor and stare down 301 feet on Kinzua Skywalk. Learn how to twist pretzels at Julius Sturgis Pretzel Factory. Travel to Mars.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
You can find hidden gems tucked all over the state. Here are the five best hidden gems in Pennsylvania.
- Salt Springs State Park
- Columcille Megalith Park
- Chanticleer Garden
- Sand Bridge State Park
- Saylor Park
What are some must-visit destinations I should add to my Pennsylvania bucket list?
With so many unique places to visit in Pennsylvania, you won’t have any difficulty starting – or adding to – your bucket list. Here are five unique places to visit in Pennsylvania.
- Eagles Mere
- Schaefer’s Auto Art
- Abandoned Pennsylvania Turnpike
- Lancaster Farm Sanctuary
- Cove Mountain Preserve
What are some of the best things to do in Pennsylvania?
Exploring Pennsylvania is easy and fun. A bucket list is the best way to make sure you check off all of the one-of-a-kind things to do in Pennsylvania you want to try. Here are five of the best things to do in Pennsylvania.
- Go stargazing at Cherry Springs State Park.
- Marvel at 21-named waterfalls along Falls Trail at Ricketts Glen State Park.
- Stand on a glass floor and stare down 301 feet on Kinzua Skywalk.
- Learn how to twist pretzels at Julius Sturgis Pretzel Factory.
- Travel to Mars.
