Flight 93 National Museum
6424 Lincoln Highway 30, Stoystown, PA 15563
814-893-6550
The Flight 93 National Memorial is located at the site of the crash of United Airlines Flight 93, which was hijacked in the September 11 attacks, in Stonycreek Township, Somerset County, Pennsylvania, about 2 miles north of Shanksville, and 60 miles southeast of Pittsburgh.
Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site
110 Federal Park Rd., Gallitzin, PA 16641
814-866-6150
The Allegheny Portage Railroad was the first railroad constructed through the Allegheny Mountains in central Pennsylvania, United States; it operated from 1834 to 1854 as the first transportation.
Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail
1117 Jim Mountain Road, Rockwood, PA 15557
724-455-3744
The Laurel Highlands Hiking trail is a 70-mile backpacking and hiking trail in Western PA. Part of the Potomac Heritage Trail, it is one of the most celebrated Pennsylvania hiking trails for its varied terrain and wondrous beauty.
Johnstown GeoTrail
Come to the Johnstown Convention and Visitors Bureau to pick up your Geo Trail passport.
111 Roosevelt Blvd., Johnstown PA 15906
814-536-7993
There are 40 caches that make up the trail and each location tells a story of the area's past. If you locate at least 30 of these caches and document each code in your passport, you will receive the Geocoin. The coin depicts the historic stone bridge and the Inclined Plance, both of which are located in downtown Johnstown. Happy caching!
Staple Bend Tunnel Park
1189 Beech Hill Rd., Johnstown, PA 15904
814-886-6121
The Staple Bend Tunnel, about 4 miles east of Johnstown, Pennsylvania, in a town called Mineral Point, was constructed between 1831 and 1834 for the Allegheny Portage Railroad. Construction began on April 12, 1831. This tunnel, at 901 feet in length, was the first railway tunnel constructed in the United States. Bring a flashlight.
Prince Gallitzin State Park
Pontoon boating, cool swimming & fabulous views
966 Marina Rd., Patton, PA 16668
814-674-1000
Several beaches with life guards in season. Picnic areas, level fields for games/frisbee, good parking a short walk to the lake, Headache Hill view of the lake with a built in breeze from atop the water tower, boat ramps, fishing, fresh air and some walking trails.
Coal Tubin
416 Main St., Johnstown, PA 15901
814-254-4393
Float down the river and enjoy the views. The trip takes about 2-3 hours depending on how fast the current is. There are even some areas where you can slip out of the tube and swim around a little bit. A great way to spend a summer day.
DelGrosso’s Park and Laguna Splash
4352 E Pleasant Valley Blvd., Tipton, PA 16684
SummerFun@DelGrossos.com
DelGrosso’s Amusement Park is the home of “Famous Fun and Family Food!” The Pennsylvania amusement park has more than 30 rides and attractions, including Kid’s Kingdom for the little ones. Both children and adults enjoy thrilling rides, fun midway games, entertainment, and great food.
Seven Springs Mountain Resort
777 Water Wheel Dr., Champion, PA 15622
1-800-452-2223
Offers snow tubing, skiing, and snowboarding