The Lumber Heritage Region provides a host of exciting outdoor recreation opportunities and so much more!
Explore over 220 businesses, activities, and attractions that make the Lumber Heritage Region an unforgettable destination for all ages. Dive into outdoor adventures with ATV trails, fishing spots, and hiking paths through iconic locations like Cook Forest, the PA Grand Canyon, and over 25 State Parks. History enthusiasts can explore the Kinzua Bridge State Park or delve into stories at the PA Lumber Museum, while art lovers will enjoy vibrant galleries and cultural festivals across the region.
Looking to savor local flavors? Visit maple syrup producers, wineries, and farm-to-table restaurants that celebrate Pennsylvania’s culinary traditions. Golfers can tee off on lush courses, while families can discover unique experiences like wildlife watching in Elk Country or stargazing under some of the darkest skies in the state.
From the natural beauty of 12 State Forests and the Allegheny National Forest, to the charm of small towns and their welcoming communities, this is your guide to fun, adventure, and relaxation. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or a longer vacation, our curated categories make it easy to plan your journey.
Start exploring these carefully curated categories today and uncover the best of the Lumber Heritage Region—where adventure, history, and culture meet!
State Parks
Bald Eagle State Park is in the broad Bald Eagle Valley of north-central Pennsylvania. With two campgrounds, boating, fishing, swimming, the Nature Inn, and diverse habitats that are excellent for wildlife watching, Bald Eagle State Park is a great destination in the heart of Pe... Read more
State Forests
Bucktail Path is a 34 mile trail located in the Elk State Forest starting at Sizerville State Park and ending Sinnemahoning with mountain vistas. Read more
State Parks
The East Branch of the Clarion River runs through the park and is regularly stocked with trout for excellent fishing. Charcoal grills, horseshoe pits, water and restroom facilities are interspersed throughout. A swimming pool is open daily, Memorial Day through Labor Day weekends... Read more
State Parks
Moshannon State Forest is named after the Native American term “Moss-hanne,” meaning “moose stream,” referring to the waterway that runs through the region. Black Moshannon State Park, a 3,480-acre (1,410 ha) Pennsylvania state park in Rush Township, Centre County, surrounds Blac... Read more
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Mansfield University is dedicated to a personalized education with all programs grounded in the liberal arts. As a small, public university, we are committed to promoting leadership development through character, scholarship, cultural awareness, and service to others. Through our... Read more
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How will your story begin? Whether you're a first-year, transfer, working professional, or adult student, Penn State DuBois offers students a world of opportunities within a uniquely individual, small-class setting. We've got it all! Four-year degree programs that can be complete... Read more
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Clarion students enjoy a rich academic life at Clarion. With more than 100 academic programs, it’s not hard for students to find the program that best suits their talents and interests. At Clarion, you’ll find the College of Arts, Education and Sciences, which houses the new Scho... Read more
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Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania, commonly abbreviated LHU, is a state university in Lock Haven, in central Pennsylvania, United States located along the Susquehanna River, and is roughly 30 miles from the major towns of Williamsport and State College. Lock Haven University ... Read more
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For more than twenty-five years LHU Clearfield has been serving individuals and organizations in the north-central region. Over the past quarter-century we have been working to support the economic and workforce development of our community by producing extremely well prepared gr... Read more
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The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, also known as Pitt-Bradford or UPB, is a four-year, baccalaureate degree-granting, state-related university institution that is a regional, residential campus of the University of Pittsburgh located in Bradford, Pennsylvania. Pitt-Bradfor... Read more
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The mission of CCCTC is to provide quality career-technical education programs and services that prepare youth and adults for success in the workplace, postsecondary, and community, now and in the future. Approximately 400 secondary students are served annually in fifteen various... Read more
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The Jefferson County-DuBois Area Vocational-Technical School (JEFF TECH) is a comprehensive career and technical high school offering exceptional training in 14 technical training areas. The mission of Jeff Tech is to prepare our students to be successful citizens and life-long l... Read more
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Triangle Tech is a technical school with six locations throughout Pennsylvania. Each school is staffed with experienced, full-time professional instructors and is equipped with the latest in educational technology. Every program we offer provides you with the opportunity to get e... Read more
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The region's only community college serving Clarion, Clearfield, Elk, & Jefferson counties. Earn an associate’s degree close-to-home at an affordable cost. Whether you are interested in business or social work, or transferring to earn your bachelor's degree, BC3 is the Smart Plac... Read more
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