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!
Things to Do in The LHR
The Elk County Historical Society's Robinson Museum houses thousands of artifacts from Victorian clothing to an expansive archive of photographs and documents spanning the county's nearly two-hundred year history. Our research library consists of county cemetery records, census... Read more
Museums
The Cameron County Historical Society has served the County since 1921. Today they own and manage the Little Museum in Sterling Run, PA and the Cameron County History Center in Emporium. One of PA’s top 10 seasonal museums. More than 15,000 items including tools and photos from l... Read more
Museums
The first railroad to circumvent the Allegheny Mountains, the Allegheny Portage Railroad was the finishing piece of the Pennsylvania Mainline Canal. "The Portage," opened in 1834, marking the first time that there was one, direct route between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. All t... Read more
Things to Do in The LHR
Visitors can walk the Stations of the Cross under arbors of wisteria, sit quietly on a bench and ponder the goodness of God in nature, or light a candle at one of the two shrines. Read more
Fishing & Boating
The McGees Mills Covered Bridge is a historic Burr truss wooden covered bridge located near Mahaffey, Clearfield County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is a 109-feet bridge built in 1873 over the West Branch Susquehanna River. Read more
Attractions
This small public park, located at the intersection of Pennsylvania Route 6 and Mill Street, in Port Allegany, is truly a one-of-a-kind destination. Glass block manufacturing was long a product proudly manufactured in Port Allegany. This rich local history-of a worldwide product-... Read more
Fishing & Boating
This six mile long lake is a great site for all your water activities including Power boating, water-skiing, fishing and canoeing. Camping, hiking, and wildlife watching will round out a great experience. Read more
Museums
Meticulously preserved by the Kane Historic Preservation Society, this old Pennsylvania Railroad Station has been transformed into The Kane Depot, featuring Station Shops, a Holgate Toy Co Display, the Historical Society's Museum, and The McCleery Discovery Center. The Kane De... Read more
Museums
Headquartered in what is now the town of Woolrich, Pa., the Woolrich Woolen Mill is the oldest, continually operating woolen mill in the United States. Throughout its history, the company has fashioned a wide assortment of rugged outdoor apparel and blankets. When railroad constr... Read more
State Parks
This natural area is actually a 75-mile scenic drive. The park provides a beautiful scenic drive along PA 120 from Emporium, through Renovo to Lock Haven. All along the road are unspoiled forest lands, beautiful hills and deep valleys. Read more
State Parks
Adjacent to the Allegheny National Forest includes many outdoor recreation opportunities such as lake fishing, hiking, camping, open swimming, sled riding, ice fishing, cross-country ski, snowmobile, picnicking, biking, boating-electric motor, hunting, organized group tenting, yu... Read more
State Parks
Darkest night skies in the east, where the Milky Way casts a shadow! Read more
State Parks
The park occupies a scenic portion of the Clear Creek Valley. Recreational opportunities include: camping; canoeing, hunting, swimming, hiking, fishing, picnicking and winter activities. Read more
State Parks
On the Pine Creek Gorge, this park resonates with the rustic charm of the Civilian Conservation Corps era of the 1930s. The rugged overlooks offer great views of the canyon. Read more
Arts
The Millbrook Playhouse has operated as a professional summer stock theatre since 1963. Located in a rustic barn, now air-conditioned, the Millbrook season runs from mid-June through August. Read more
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