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Check out all the outdoor activities in the Pennsylvania Wilds during your Pennsylvania camping vacation, then find a PA campground near you on the map!

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Cherry Springs State Park Astronomy Observation Field

Cherry Springs State Park Astronomy Observation Field

4639 Cherry Springs Road Coudersport, PA 16915


Cherry Springs State Park is nearly as remote and wild today as it was two centuries ago. Night sky enthusiasts flock to the park for its dark skies which are famous for great views of the Milky Way, planets, and hard-to-see astronomical objects and phenomena.

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Summit Trail Rides

Summit Trail Rides

2028 Heith, S Woods Rd, Coudersport, PA 16915


Summit Trail Rides provides horseback riding adventures in the Susquehannock State Forest. We will spend about 20 minutes getting you signed in, saddled up, and comfortable on your horse. Then we will explore the Susquehannock Forest on horseback for an hour or as long as you like.

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Elk County Visitor's Center

Elk County Visitor's Center

950 Winslow Hill Road, Benezette, PA 15821


WILDLIFE EDUCATION AND VIEWING Thousands of visitors come to the Elk Country Visitor Center to see the elk herd year round, and learn about elk and other wildlife in the Pennsylvania Wilds, conservation practices and our amazing ecosystem. Not only will you get a chance to appreciate Elk in their natural habitat, but you will depart inspired by the dedication of people who act as daily stewards of the natural habitat and inhabitants of the Pennsylvania Wilds.

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Kinzua Sky Walk

Kinzua Sky Walk

296 Viaduct Rd, Mt Jewett, PA 16740


Located at the Kinzua Bridge State Park in northwestern Pennsylvania, the skywalk was constructed on six of the historic Kinzua Viaduct massive steel towers remaining after the tornado of 2003. The Kinzua Viaduct was once the highest and longest railroad viaduct in the world. The Kinzua Sky Walk extends out 624 feet into the Kinzua Gorge offering panoramic views. The skywalk features a walkway with a set of railroad tracks leading to the end of the overlook which has a partial glass floor. At a stunning height of 225 feet above the valley floor, visiting the Kinzua Sky Walk is an exciting opportunity to “Walk the Tracks across the Sky.”

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Crooked Roots Adventures

Crooked Roots Adventures

112 John Deere Lane, Gaines, PA 16921


Go outside your comfort zone and explore all that the Upper Pine Creek area has to offer. From paddle boarding, to rock climbing, river tube rentals, and yoga there is something for everyone to enjoy. Embrace adventures that get you back to nature and the basics. Contact us with any questions you may have and Adventure On!

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Majestic Trails

Majestic Trails

2605 PA-46, Rew, PA 16744


When Life Gets Tough, Get a Helmet and Ride At... Majestic Trails is the ideal destination for a family-oriented excursion that includes, but is not limited to, camping in our Rustic Campground and Riding your ATV’s through miles of mountainous technical trails.